L.A. Bureau Chief
Brian Wong
Former L.A. Bureau Chief Brian Wong is a California native with a soft spot for convertibles and free parking.
Articles by Brian Wong
By Brian Wong
October 16, 2018
The 2019 Volvo S60 is a completely redesigned luxury sedan, but it feels
oddly familiar. Here's our account after a turn behind the wheel.
By Brian Wong
October 15, 2018
The 2019 model year is a big one for the Nissan Altima family sedan. How
does it measure up against the class-leading Honda Accord and Toyota
Camry?
By Brian Wong
September 28, 2018
It was always going to be an uphill battle for the redesigned 2019 Nissan Altima. Here's what we think has improved in the car's sixth generation, as well as what still needs improvement.
By Brian Wong
September 28, 2018
Lincoln got the ball rolling early for the 2017 L.A. Auto Show with an
introduction to its updated premium mid-size SUV, the 2019 Nautilus.
By Brian Wong
September 26, 2018
Two new models on sale this year are bucking the trend of subcompact
SUVs that lack stature, room and practicality: the 2018 Nissan Kicks and
2019 Volvo XC40.
By Brian Wong
September 26, 2018
The previous Buick Regal GS was a bit of a dud, so does the new,
redesigned Buick Regal GS live up to its performance-derived Grand Sport
name?
By Brian Wong
September 25, 2018
My first impression of the new 2018 X2 was lukewarm, but driving one on
the street and the track has flipped the script with its handling and
composure making it a standout in this class.
By Brian Wong
September 24, 2018
The 2019 Toyota Avalon addresses the weaknesses of the outgoing model
and enhances its strengths.
By Brian Wong
September 24, 2018
At the right price, you can overlook the interior foibles of the 2019 Lincoln
Nautilus. But the higher the trim level, the less worthwhile it becomes.
By Brian Wong
September 21, 2018