Road Test Editor
Brian Normile
Road Test Editor Brian Normile joined the automotive industry and Cars.com in 2013, and he became part of the Editorial staff in 2014. Brian spent his childhood devouring every car magazine he got his hands on — not literally, eventually — and now reviews and tests vehicles to help consumers make informed choices. Someday, Brian hopes to learn what to do with his hands when he’s reviewing a car on camera. He would daily-drive an Alfa Romeo 4C if he could.
Articles by Brian Normile
Gone from the 2025 Ram 1500 are the V-8 powertrains, and in their place come two versions of Stellantis’ Hurricane twin-turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine.
By Brian Normile
November 6, 2023
The 2025 Ram 1500 Ramcharger incorporates electric drive modules with an onboard generator, the latter powered by a 3.6-liter V-6 gasoline engine.
By Brian Normile
November 6, 2023
The chief issue we encountered, and the one that finally prompted us to take our Model Y in for service, was a faulty rear-window regulator.
By Brian Normile
November 6, 2023
In our 2023 Affordable SUV Challenge, the most expensive vehicle in the test, the 2024 Kia Seltos SX Turbo, tied for first place in our value scoring with the least expensive vehicle in our test, the 2024 Chevrolet Trax Activ.
By Brian Normile
October 27, 2023
It’s pricey, but for those who want a premium off-road truck that’s not too big for its own good, the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Edition is an excellent choice.
By Brian Normile
October 23, 2023
The size of the 2024 Sierra HD AT4X makes most trails either inaccessible or likely to leave marks along the sides of your $94,000 truck.
By Brian Normile
October 23, 2023
Both the 2024 Canyon AT4X AEV Edition and 2023 Canyon AT4X off-road pickups are well suited to unpaved fun right off the lot.
By Brian Normile
October 23, 2023
The 2024 Kia Seltos improves upon an already winning formula by giving its turbocharged engine a smooth, traditional automatic transmission, while continuing to offer an impressive mix of useful features and high-quality materials.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
The 2024 Q8 e-Tron gets significant improvements to its battery and electric motors, along with aerodynamic improvements, that greatly increase its maximum estimated range and improve its efficiency.
By Brian Normile
October 19, 2023
The Kia Seltos SX rode its model-year 2024 updates to a second consecutive win in a comparison test of affordable SUVs.
By Brian Normile
October 16, 2023