Tuesday, January 27, 2026

2026 Lexus TX 350 AWD: The Brand’s Three-Row Crossover


Highlight: Lexus TX shares a platform with the Toyota Grand Highlander.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $71,095 (Base TX 350): $58,540 (Non AWD)

Seating Capacity: 6 or 7

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; rear view monitoring; stability control; traction control system; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system; a rear cross traffic alert system; a hill start assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

2026 VW Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo AWD: The Fastest Compact Crossover In The Segment

 

Highlight: The Tiguan SEL R-Line AWD adds a 268-horsepower.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $44,560 (Base MSRP): $31,670

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system’ hill descent control; a tire pressure monitoring system; and a spare tire

Sunday, January 18, 2026

2026 Toyota Corolla Cross XLE AWD: Relying On An Iconic Name, While Dressed Up As A Subcompact Crossover

 

Highlight: The vehicle is also available as a hybrid.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $35,404 (Base MSRP): $26,085

Seating Capacity: 4

Standard Safety Equipment: a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a rear cross traffic alert system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Monday, January 12, 2026

2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD: A Three-Row Crossover Offering A Larger And Bolder Design Language


Highlight: The Hyundai Palisade is now available as a hybrid and is available with a built-in dash cam. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $58,800 (Base SE Trim MSRP): $40,535

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a backup camera; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; rear cross traffic avoidance; a lane keep assist system; a lane following assist system; a high beam assist; a forward collision assist system; a vehicle stability system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a hill start assist; a hill start assist system; Bluelink; dash camera; a temporary spare tire and a tire pressure monitoring system

Friday, January 9, 2026

2026 VW Jetta SE: The Brand’s Affordable Compact Sedan

 

Highlight: This is one of the few vehicles that starts under $30,000. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $28,715 (Base MSRP): $25,720

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; hill descent control; a tire pressure monitoring system; a spare tire

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

2026 Toyota Camry Nightshade AWD: The Hybrid Sedan with a Sporty Appeal

 

Highlight: The Toyota Camry is only available as a hybrid.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $38,519 (Base MSRP): $30,295

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a rear cross traffic alert system; and a tire pressure monitoring system; and a pre-collision system

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

2025 Volkswagen Golf R Black Edition: The Track-Inspired Hatchback Designed for Drifting

 

Highlight: The Golf R is the performance version of the German model’s GTI.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $53,731 (Base MSRP): $48,325

Seating Capacity: 4 or 5

Standard Safety Equipment: a blind spot monitoring system; back up camera; a lane departure warning system; a rear cross traffic alert system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Sunday, December 28, 2025

2026 Mazda CX-30 Turbo Premium Plus: A Cozy Subcompact Commanding a Premium Price

Highlight: This entry-level Mazda’s is the premium-like brand most affordable crossover.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $40,135 (Base Mazda3): $27,470

Seating Capacity: 4 (with limited legroom for rear occupants)

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; rear view monitoring; stability control; traction control system; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a rear cross traffic alert system; a hill start assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Friday, December 19, 2025

2026 Subaru Solterra EV Touring XT: The Brand’s First EV Now Offers More Horsepower And Driving Range

 

Highlight: The Solterra shares a platform with the Lexus RZ and the Toyota bZ compact electric crossovers.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $47,500 (Base Premium MSRP): $38,495

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; front passenger sensors; a stability control system; traction control; red-painted front and rear brake calipers with Brembo front brakes; automatic emergency braking system; tire inflator/sealant kit; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

2025 VW Atlas SE AWD: The Brand’s Flagship Three-Row Vehicle

 

Highlight: The Atlas is being assembled in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $47,375 (Base MSRP): $39,625

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; hill descent control; a tire pressure monitoring system; and a lane assist system

Monday, December 8, 2025

2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ Sport: The New Standard for All Three-Row Luxury EVs

  

Highlight: The Escalade IQ is approximately a foot longer than a traditional gasoline powered Escalade.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $133,315 (Base Luxury MSRP): $129,795

Seating Capacity: 7

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; forward collision alert; lane keep assist with lane departure warning; front pedestrian braking; stability control system; and a tire pressure sensor

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

2025 Lincoln Aviator Black Label AWD: The Brand’s Midsize Luxury SUV w/Hands-Free Highway Steering


Highlight: The rear-wheel-drive crossover shares a platform with the Ford Explorer. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $90,070 (Base -Trim): $58,605

Seating Capacity: 6 or 7 passenger seating

Standard Safety Features: air bags; ABS; 360-degree camera; an electronic blind spot system; a lane keeping assist system and road edge detection; post collision braking; auto high beams; a brake hold feature; hill start assist; hill descent control; and a tire pressure monitoring system

Monday, November 10, 2025

2026 Chevrolet Tahoe High Country 4WD w/Hands-Free Highway Driving: The Brand’s Flagship SUV

 

Highlight: The Chevrolet Tahoe is available in a diesel powertrain.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $97,305 (Base LS MSRP): $62,995

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; forward collision alert; lane keep assist with lane departure warning; front pedestrian braking; stability control system; and a tire pressure sensor

2026 Lexus TX 350 AWD: The Brand’s Three-Row Crossover

Highlight: Lexus TX shares a platform with the Toyota Grand Highlander. Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $71,095 ( Base TX 350) : $58,540 (Non AWD) ...