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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

Hyundai’s new 2021 Santa Fe Hybrid feels softer than the updated gas-only version — particularly compared with that vehicle’s new turbocharged powertrain — but it’s a welcome, fuel-efficient addition to the Santa Fe lineup.
The all-new Genesis GV70 is a joy to drive, and it mimics its luxury competitors both in its ability to provide high style and in its occasional highly questionable design choices.
The 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor takes all the good things from the F-150’s redesign and adds to them, making the wildest Ford pickup even better than its predecessor.
What did we think of Mazda’s first EV? Here are some firsthand impressions from our editors on the 2022 Mazda MX-30 SUV.
If the Fisker Ocean can live up to its promises and survive what is currently a very challenging manufacturing environment, the Model Y may have another worthy challenger.
Kia claims the 2023 Sportage Hybrid will achieve up to 39 mpg and have over 500 miles of total driving range.
The Ariya’s base price is close to but higher than other mainstream EV SUVs like the Ford Mustang Mach-E (43,995) and Volkswagen ID.4 ($41,190), though with more standard estimated range.
Toyota claims the single-motor, front-wheel drive bZ4X XLE model will have 250 miles of range, with (likely lower) figures still to come for other FWD trims and the dual-motor AWD version.
Meet the 2023 Mazda CX-50, the automaker’s first attempt to join a growing list of off-road-themed vehicles designed to appeal to the outdoor enthusiast.
We’ve known the iconic Integra would be returning to Acura’s lineup for some time, and that return moved one step closer to becoming reality with the debut of the Acura Integra Prototype.