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
We tested a 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL to see where it would have likely landed had it been included in our 2026 Compact SUV Challenge.
By Brian Normile
May 15, 2026
There's a lot to like about the NX 350h, an upscale, fuel-efficient, luxury compact SUV with a hybrid powertrain. It looks sharp inside and out, it’s thrifty on gas, and its user interface is intuitive. Unfortunately for Lexus, there's also a lot to like about less expensive rival compact SUVs from mainstream brands.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
We tested eight compact SUVs in real-world driving conditions and recorded their gas mileage.
By Brian Normile
May 4, 2026
Hyundai announced a stop-sale of its 2026 Palisade Limited and Calligraphy trims following the death of a child in the power-folding seat, but a fix is now available.
By Brian Normile
April 14, 2026
Nissan showed off a new 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid at a global event, though there are still many unannounced details.
By Brian Normile
April 13, 2026
Our experts walked the show floor at the 2026 New York International Auto Show to find the winners and losers of the most notable new introductions.
By Aaron Bragman, Brian Normile and Conner Golden
April 2, 2026
The redesigned 2027 Kia Seltos and its new hybrid version are our Editorial team’s pick for the most important debut at the 2026 New York auto show.
By Brian Normile
April 2, 2026
With larger dimensions and bolder styling, along with a Seltos-first hybrid powertrain, the new 2027 Kia Seltos is positioned to continue its reign.
By Brian Normile
April 1, 2026
The second-generation Kia Seltos arrives as a 2027 model with significant tech upgrades, larger dimensions and an all-new available hybrid version.
By Brian Normile
April 1, 2026
The 2027 Kia EV3 should be a more affordable entry point into all-electric ownership, particularly for shoppers looking for a much smaller vehicle than the three-row EV9.
By Brian Normile
April 1, 2026