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 eventually reviewed and tested vehicles to help consumers make informed choices. He would daily-drive an Alfa Romeo 4C if he could.
Articles by Brian Normile
After logging nearly 2,000 miles on the Jeep, our editors have some early thoughts. We also have some early fuel economy and charging data.
By Brian Normile
June 8, 2023
Testing revealed key differences between the 2023 Mustang Mach-E and 2023 Ioniq 5, as well as who they might be best suited for.
By Mike Hanley and Brian Normile
May 23, 2023
While we haven’t had a chance to drive the 2024 Tacoma just yet, here’s what sets the TRD Pro and Trailhunter apart on paper, what makes them similar and which one might be right for you.
By Brian Normile
May 22, 2023
The 2024 Porsche Cayenne nails every point on the spectrum of the driving experience from sedate to sporty, and its updated cockpit brings welcome technological advancements with only minor complaints.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
The refreshed 2023 Ford Escape writes performance-oriented checks it can actually cash, but it fumbles the fundamentals with a disappointing, uncomfortable interior.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
The 2023 Buick Enclave Avenir is a dated boat of a three-row SUV that doesn’t live up to its price or the high-end promises of the Avenir name; it only impresses when it comes to interior room.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
Porsche’s flagship Cayenne SUV is significantly upgraded for the 2024 model year, with performance and technology enhancements as well as updated styling.
By Brian Normile
April 18, 2023
With additional power from its new hybrid powertrain, the 2023 Corolla Cross Hybrid addresses the most significant issue of the gasoline-only Corolla Cross without otherwise messing up an already solid package.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
The all-new 2023 Toyota Prius Prime plug-in hybrid pushes the boundaries of how sporty an efficient vehicle can be without going all-electric, but it makes the same sacrifices as its gas-electric hybrid sibling.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
Our staff racked up nearly 16,000 miles on the 2022 Maverick hybrid’s odometer in the year we owned it, and our ownership experience was mostly issue-free.
By Brian Normile
March 13, 2023