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
Hyundai announced a stop-sale of its 2026 Palisade Limited and Calligraphy trims and said it is submitting a recall to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for the SUVs’ second- and third-row power-folding seats.
By Brian Normile
March 16, 2026
The 2026 HR-V is a better value than the 2025 model across the board, with a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless device charging now standard.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
Honda announced a major shift in its future plans today with the cancellation of its U.S.-built 0 Series Saloon and SUV and Acura RSX (Acura is Honda's premium brand) before they were set to go on sale in late 2026 or sometime in 2027.
By Brian Normile
March 12, 2026
Coming in at slightly under $60,000, the R2 Performance with Launch Package will have the most power and the most standard features.
By Brian Normile
March 12, 2026
The new Audi RS 5 is promising, but plug-in electric hybrids from BMW, Mercedes and McLaren haven't been without compromises in our experience.
By Brian Normile
February 20, 2026
We asked our expert reviewers what they would fix for the upcoming 2027 Volkswagen Atlas SUV.
By Brian Normile
February 19, 2026
Affordability is top of mind for shoppers, and the 2026 Honda Civic and 2026 Toyota Corolla are two of the best new cars priced around $30,000.
By Brian Normile
February 13, 2026
Have the cooler (and sometimes frigid) temperatures since our August update done anything for our long-term 2025 Toyota 4Runner hybrid's efficiency?
By Brian Normile
January 6, 2026
The 2025 Chrysler Pacifica Pinnacle is luxurious for its price, with one of the nicest interiors in any minivan on sale in the U.S. If Chrysler wants to make a truly luxurious minivan, the Pinnacle would be a decent starting point.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
Mercedes-Benz's overreliance on technology as luxury has rendered its flagship S-Class sedan less enjoyable for everyday use than its largest SUV, the GLS (for now).
By Brian Normile
December 8, 2025