First Drive Reviews
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The 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R aims to retake the throne as king of the off-road pickup trucks.
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Review: Lamborghini Huracán Tecnica balances track and street
When you’re screaming along in Lambo’s 631-hp Huracán Tecnica, it’s always blue-light special.
Kirk Bell -
Test drive: 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V barks loudly but wears sheep's clothing
Cadillac's most powerful SUV yet sounds a loud bark but looks like any other Escalade.
Joel Feder -
Review: 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 redraws the electric sedans, may topple Tesla Model 3
The slippery look of the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 could usurp the Tesla Model 3 to set a new electric sedan trend.
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Review: 2023 Range Rover Sport passes the plug-in vibe check
Sure, there’s a BMW-sourced V-8 and a mild-hybrid on tap, but the sleek Range Rover Sport plug-in’s the one you want.
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Review: 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 heaps sound and fury on an exotic design
With a roaring flat-plane-crank, 670-hp V-8 at your back, it’s impossible to drive civilly in the track-ready Chevy Corvette Z06.
Kirk Bell -
The three-row EQS SUV puts the priority on comfort but in dual-motor form it won’t shy away from steep mountain tracks.
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Review: 2023 Bentley Bentayga EWB stretches the limits of luxury
Bentley crafts the finest interiors on the market; the new EWB makes the most of the Bentayga’s back-seat accommodations.
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Review: 2023 Toyota GR Corolla has the willpower to back up its attitude
Toyota engineers managed to turn an digital-age automotive appliance into a hot hatch with analog appeal.
Kirk Bell -
Review: 2023 Lexus RX cuts the luxury crossover in quarters
The 2023 Lexus RX has a tamer look and a model for every taste.
Robert Duffer -
Review: 2023 Toyota GR Supra manual unlocks new levels of sports car fun
Adding a 6-speed manual to the 2023 Toyota GR Supra increases the engagement for sports car drivers.
Kirk Bell -
Review: Volkswagen ID.Buzz EV is tripping on the future
VW’s electric van is nearly all it needs to be, but the company’s confounding timeline for the product means it won’t arrive in America until 2024.
Bengt Halvorson -
The redesigned Tundra and its hybrid powertrain fall short of the Ford F-150 when it comes to towing.
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Review: 2022 Lincoln Navigator’s Activeglide system cruises into second place
Lincoln’s version of Ford Bluecruise is in its infancy, but it has potential for greatness with future updates.
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Review: 2022 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport hyperactivates the hypercar experience
The monstrous 16-cylinder Bugatti Chiron Super Sport goes from zero to bonkers in what the hell just happened.
Emme Hall -
Review: Mercedes’ Drive Pilot could safely free up time for freeway commuters
Versus Tesla Autopilot or other such driver-assistance systems, Mercedes is willing to accept liability with its traffic-jam-oriented system—and provide a game-changing 10-second control-handoff time.
Bengt Halvorson -
Review: 2022 Porsche 911 GT3 6-speed manual unleashes green hell
Who needs the Nürburgring when you have the play-at-home version—and Porsche’s indomitable 6-speed 911 GT3?
Martin Padgett -
Review: The 2023 Nissan Z digs into the past to exceed expectations
The Nissan Z fixes the issues of the 370Z with a better looking, more powerful car that looks great in blue on blue.
Joel Feder -
The first electric M production car proves its worth as a sport sedan, and shows the Tesla Model 3 still has something to learn.
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Review: Mercedes Vision EQXX is a benchmark for future EVs, and it’s fun to drive
By applying all the technology possible to make the most of the energy available, Mercedes-Benz has made an unexpectedly fun-to-drive concept car.
Bengt Halvorson -
Review: 2022 Lucid Air Grand Touring plays follow-the-leader
We went chasing the Stig with 1,050 hp, in the quietest way possible.
Kirk Bell -
Review: 2023 Rivian R1S electrifies the adventure SUV
The 2023 R1S impresses as an electric combination of a Jeep Grand Cherokee and a Land Rover Range Rover. It’s priced accordingly, too.
Kirk Bell -
Review: 2022 Land Rover Defender 90 V8 pulls like a hungry dog on a leash
The 2022 Land Rover Defender 90 V8 is a powerful and capable monster that enjoys premium fuel in a compact package.
Joel Feder -
Review: 2022 Kia Stinger delivers performance value in a comfortable package
The 2022 Kia Stinger adds more power and features while still remaining a value for enthusiasts.
Joel Feder