Doug Newcomb
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2023 Nissan Ariya Review
The 2023 Nissan Ariya combines an innovative interior and cutting-edge tech with conventional exterior styling, but the below-average minimum range makes it a merely decent EV crossover that trails its rivals. → Read More
2023 Chevrolet Bolt Review
Chevy won't sell the Bolt for much longer, but that means you can get the small, reasonably up-to-date EV for a bargain. → Read More
2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid Review
The 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid offers excellent gas mileage and lots of useful tech for under $20,000. → Read More
2022 Ford F-150 Hybrid Review
Although all eyes are on the Ford Lightning fully electric truck, the 2022 F-150 hybrid offers better fuel economy than other pickups, plus a host of useful features and tech. → Read More
2022 Jaguar I-Pace Review
The high-end 2022 Jaguar I-Pace electric SUV offers excellent road performance, though the price is a bit high in light of competitors with better battery range. → Read More
2022 Lexus RX 450h Review
The Lexus RX 450h hybrid builds on the model’s long legacy in the midsize luxury SUV segment, but it’s pricier than ever and doesn’t perform on par with top competitors. → Read More
2022 Audi e-tron GT Review
The 2022 Audi e-Tron GT is a pricey electric sports sedan with seat-pinning performance and a head-turning exterior, though its battery range isn't overly impressive. → Read More
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Review
The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is an excellent battery-powered crossover that features bold styling, rapid charging, innovative technology, and playful performance. → Read More
2022 Mazda MX-30 Review
Although Mazda’s first EV is stylish and fun to drive, the MX-30’s 100-mile range makes it suitable only if you have a short commute. → Read More
2022 Tesla Model Y Review
The 2022 Tesla Model Y checks almost every box for what an all-electric crossover should offer, with fast acceleration, superb battery range, and over-the-air tech updates. → Read More
2022 Tesla Model 3 Review
The 2022 Tesla Model 3’s advantages in range, performance, and technology make it the best entry-level EV we’ve tested. → Read More
2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ Sedan Review
The 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ redefines the luxury sedan for the EV age, but takes a kitchen-sink approach to its onboard tech. → Read More
2022 Hyundai Kona Electric Review
Despite a few small drawbacks, the 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric is a solid SUV that provides many miles of gas-free driving and lots of tech for a reasonable price. → Read More
Pioneer AVIC-W8400NEX
Though pricey, the Pioneer AVIC-8400NEX in-dash receiver provides smartphone-like features in the dash of any car while reducing driver distraction. → Read More
The Best Driver-Assist Cars
Driver-assist systems automatically look out for hazards on the road and can help save your life. Of course, self-driving features are pretty cool, too. Of the cars we've tested, these offer a range of the best driver assists. → Read More
Autonomous Vehicles Won't Be Speed Demons at First
If the current self-driving reality is any indication, the experience will be somewhat mundane. For now, low-key, low-speed shuttles are winning the self-driving race. → Read More
How to Keep Passengers in Self-Driving Cars From Puking
Not being able to catch up on reading or the latest episodes of your favorite Netflix series could kill the promise of autonomous vehicles giving us back precious time. But researchers are working on ways to ensure passengers don't hurl. → Read More
It's an Autonomous Car World, You're Just Walking in It
How should autonomous cars deal with aggressive or clueless pedestrians? Wait forever at the corner? One expert thinks humans should just adapt and learn to follow the rules of the road. → Read More
Why the US Might Never Get These Trippy Mercedes-Benz Headlights
The Digital Light system uses a computer chip to activate more than a million micro-reflectors to better illuminate the road ahead, and now, send special messages. → Read More
2018 Smart Fortwo Prime Cabrio
If you want a new EV convertible, the Smart Fortwo Prime Cabrio isn't perfect, but it's your only choice. → Read More