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Brian Normile

Brian Normile handles the scheduling and logistics for press vehicles in Chicago and during our multivehicle challenges. He still drives his first car, a 1997 Toyota 4Runner.

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As things stand, it seems like the Pilot, despite its upgrades for 2026, may struggle to retain its midfield standing in a crowded and increasingly competitive class.
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After six model years and a refresh, Kia's popular Telluride three-row SUV is finally getting its first full redesign for 2027.
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We've been charged more than $2,000 for charging our 2024 EV9 since we bought it, but thanks to 1,000 kilowatt-hours of free charging, our total bill is closer to $1,700.
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It took us more than a year and nearly 20 charging sessions to use up the 1,000 kilowatt-hours of free charging we received with the purchase of our 2024 Kia EV9.
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After driving a top-of-the-line 2025 Kia Telluride SX-Prestige X-Pro, we're reminded why the Telluride remains so popular — and where it needs to improve.
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After driving the Honda Passport TrailSport Elite for a bit, we wondered: Is it a more sensible choice than the 2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium?
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We had our first chance to see the all-new 2026 Jeep Cherokee in person, and here are our initial thoughts before driving it
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One of the neat features of our long-term 2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium is its removable JBL Flex portable Bluetooth speaker, but is it any good?
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Few EVs match the drama of the EX30's exterior or the simplicity of its interior, but many do a better job being a relatively affordable second car or city runabout, often at a lower price.
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The all-new 2025 4Runner hybrid is EPA-rated at 23 mpg combined, but how has ours performed after our first 5,000 miles of driving?