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
Which of Toyota's off-road-focused SUVs is right for you?
By Brian Normile
November 24, 2025
Cars.com’s editors pick our winners and losers among the newly introduced models at the 2025 Los Angeles Auto Show.
By Aaron Bragman, Conner Golden and Brian Normile
November 21, 2025
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.
By Brian Normile
November 20, 2025
After six model years and a refresh, Kia's popular Telluride three-row SUV is finally getting its first full redesign for 2027.
By Brian Normile
November 20, 2025
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.
By Brian Normile
November 19, 2025
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.
By Brian Normile
November 18, 2025
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.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
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?
By Brian Normile
October 14, 2025
We had our first chance to see the all-new 2026 Jeep Cherokee in person, and here are our initial thoughts before driving it
By Brian Normile
October 10, 2025
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?
By Brian Normile
October 3, 2025