New Vehicle Reviews (Page 8)

The newest generation of the Nissan Z is a car that is easy to love. Here are three things we found special about this performance coupe.

You may be surprised by some of these 2024 Lexus GX features.

The 2023 Nissan Frontier, specifically the Pro-4X model, sits at the top of the product stack for this midsize pickup truck. They seem to get bigger every year, but this mid-size pickup truck impressed me when I drove it last week for this review.

Our test of the new Cooper ProControl all-season tires continues with our noting wet weather performance, noise reduction, and fuel economy.

The current generation of GLE was introduced in 2018, but Mercedes-Benz is making a series of significant updates to one of its flagship models, the GLE SUV. Both the regular version and the coupe variant, as well as the AMG versions, have been upgraded to remain relevant within a segment where competition is strong. This week I have been test-driving the 2024 AMG GLE 53 Coupe and here is my review.

We break down what makes the EV6 GT a GT.

Norway has already become a veritable paradise for electric cars, a real and living example for the rest of the world. The Nordic country is the market with the largest share of EVs worldwide, a fact mainly due to the firm support of the authorities for this type of vehicle, which for years has benefited from a significant tax exemption as compared to thermal models.

See every 2024 Grand Highlander color choice. Pick your favorite.

According to a report by the International Council for Clean Transportation (ICCT), there are two brands that are clearly leading the way in implementing electric car mobility at a global level: Tesla and BYD; while on the other hand Japanese groups Toyota, Honda and Suzuki are lagging far behind the rest.

The 2023 Range Rover PHEV SE is an impressive plug-in hybrid SUV that offers the best plug-in range in its class. With its powerful performance, comfortable ride, and luxurious features, it's easy to see why people love owning this vehicle. This week I am test-driving the 2023 Range Rover PHEV at Torque News and this is my review.

Falken continues to earn the business of automakers as standard equipment. We tried the Falken ZEIX ZE 001A A/S and found they work very well in our limited testing.

The latest recommendations on vehicles to avoid and those that make better choices when shopping for a new car today.

We review the Michelin Defender2 all-season touring tire designed for coupes, sedans, and crossovers. Here’s what we have found in our initial trials.

Tesla Roadster, the company's super sports car, is still in the plans, but the Austin team as of right now is not yet decided to launch it on the market, although the on-line reservation page remains active.

We kick off a long-term test of Goodyear’s new Cooper ProControl all-season tires using a popular Acura sports sedan as the test vehicle. Here are our first impressions.

Elon Musk admitted that he will intensify his interest and his commitment to Europe, after the meeting held in France with its president, Emmanuel Macron; the Tesla CEO gave important clues about his future intentions in that country.

Honda unveiled its brand new CR-V plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV last week at a media event held at their European R&D Center in Germany. Given that Honda currently lacks any plug-in vehicle selection in the US market, this news may raise the hopes of those who are anxious for Honda to bring plug-in vehicles back to the US. Let’s take a look at early specs.

US company Terabase Energy uses this automated system to install solar panels in large electricity production parks. This is something similar to what Tesla is doing at the Gigafactories in terms of automation and use of robots, and could very possibly benefit Tesla Solar panel and shingles production.

The new 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a fantastic electric sedan and proof that the idea of one platform with many body styles works great for electric vehicle manufacturers.

In the first update of our long-term test of the Falken ZIEX CT60 A/S, we detail how the tire handles wet rods and report fuel economy changes and noise differences.

Elon Musk's promises regarding Tesla cells 4680 basically put one of his longest associates in a bind. Panasonic once again delays the mass production of the super battery.

Elon Musk announced on Twitter today that he has hired a new CEO for SpaceX and Twitter. The new CEO, who Musk has not yet named, will start in about six weeks. Musk will transition to being executive chair and chief technology officer (CTO) of Tesla, overseeing product, software, and systems operations.

Perovskite solar cells are presented as an interesting alternative to traditional silicon solar cells due to their high energy efficiency and low cost; despite this, one of the main challenges for its development is long-term stability.

Chinese brand BYD will continue to expand the variants of its Ocean Series models, and according to information leaked by its dealer network in China, there will be a variant intended to act as an entry-level to the Seal model, in order to compete against the Tesla Model 3.

We test the new 2023 Honda CR-V’s top trim and find ourselves amazed by the new industry leader.

According to sources close to the company, the Tesla Gigafactory in Berlin is assembling the first units of a Model Y entry-level type with rear-wheel drive and LFP battery.

As of today, Tesla is undoubtedly the undisputed leader in the electric car market. Despite the rise of rivals such as BYD, the firm led by Elon Musk continues to be the largest manufacturer of BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicles) worldwide, thanks mainly to the success that the Model Y is achieving in the main international markets (China, the US and Europe).

The reopening of orders sparked wild speculation about the Cybertruck imminent launch, as the electric pick-up has already accumulated more than a million reservations, after all these years waiting.

Within the last three months, Tesla has already cut the prices of its models twice; an aggressive policy that has shaken the entire EV market and that also has repercussions on the second-hand market. Curiously, this is a strategy that is favoring them a lot, managing to be at the top of the sales of used electric cars.

If you are looking for an ideal sports coupe and have a budget under $35K, the 2023 Toyota GR86 is the answer.