2016

Our view: 2016 BMW 340

By Aaron Bragman on October 5, 2016

The verdict: Despite being billed as an Ultimate Driving Machine, the latest BMW 340i feels dumbed down to widen its appeal to buyers of rival machines. Versus the competition: The BMW 340i is ce... Read More

Our view: 2016 Dodge Charger

By Aaron Bragman on September 26, 2016

The verdict: The 2016 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat is intimidating, unbelievably quick, massively entertaining and about as subtle as a roundhouse kick to the face. Versus the competition: For the m... Read More

Our view: 2016 Infiniti QX70

By Aaron Bragman on September 15, 2016

The verdict: Like much of Infiniti’s lineup, the QX70 SUV is fun to drive but in desperate need of a rethink of its styling, technology and ergonomics. Versus the competition: You wouldn’t think ... Read More

Our view: 2016 Lexus LX 570

By Aaron Bragman on September 13, 2016

The verdict: Despite being refreshed this year, the Lexus LX 570 still feels like an old-school SUV, with sluggish road manners that reflect its portliness. Versus the competition: As far as big,... Read More

Our view: 2016 Infiniti Q70

By Aaron Bragman on September 12, 2016

The verdict: A powerful V-8 engine can’t make up for the awkward handling, strange ergonomics and dated electronics of the 2016 Infiniti Q70. Versus the competition: There are plenty of better $7... Read More

Our view: 2016 Audi A8

By Aaron Bragman on September 9, 2016

The Verdict: The 2016 Audi A8 is still an elegant, refined, thoroughly comfortable luxury flagship — but its onboard technology is overdue for an update. Versus the competition: Competitors have ... Read More

Our view: 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

By Jennifer Geiger on September 7, 2016

The Verdict: The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid delivers the impressive fuel economy of a hybrid without the eccentric styling and quirky road manners many are known for. Versus the competition: Co... Read More

Our view: 2016 BMW M2

By Aaron Bragman on September 1, 2016

The Verdict: If you like sharp, stylish, blisteringly fast and hugely satisfying sports cars, you should already be at a BMW dealership right now. Versus the competition: The M2 is very competiti... Read More

Our view: 2016 MINI Convertible

August 31, 2016

The verdict: The Mini Cooper S Convertible delivers one of the best open-air coupe convertible experiences you’ll find, with impressive driving capabilities and a price tag that starts out reasonab... Read More

Our view: 2016 Lexus GX 460

By Aaron Bragman on August 25, 2016

The Verdict: Comfortable, quiet and nimbler than the larger and more expensive LX 570, the Lexus GX 460 is an old-school luxury SUV — with all the pros and cons that come along with that. Versus ... Read More