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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

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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
The 2019 Toyota Avalon addresses the weaknesses of the outgoing model 
 and enhances its strengths.
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.