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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.

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Acura announced that its first all-electric vehicle would be a “performance SUV” named the ZDX, coming in 2024.
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The 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz is the latest vehicle to add a blacked-out trim to its lineup with the Night trim, but other changes for the new model year are minor.
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Chevrolet says production of the ZR2 Bison should begin in early 2023, with a starting price of $78,490 (including destination).
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Despite swirling rumors about its impending demise in the U.S., Kia’s K5 sedan is returning for the 2023 model year.
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The Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat is returning for 2023, which is good news for shoppers who wanted the 700-plus-horsepower, three-row SUV in 2021 but missed out on its limited run.
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So far, the 2022 Maverick remains a hit among our editors, with no one lamenting being stuck with it in our constant shuffle of press cars and long-term test cars.
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The 2023 Canyon has a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an increased off-road focus, plus all models will come with a standard lift.
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The 2023 F-150 Lightning gets more range from its smaller standard-range battery, but prices are increasing across the entire lineup.
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The all-new Mazda CX-50 is a competent — if uninspiring — compact SUV that does most things well, but it doesn’t do much to push Mazda’s lineup in a new direction.
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The hands-free Super Cruise feature works only on select, premapped stretches of road and uses a variety of sensors to maintain vehicle speed, lane position and follow distance.