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Conner Golden

Conner Golden joined Cars.com in 2023 as an experienced writer and editor with almost a decade of content creation and management in the automotive and tech industries. He lives in the Los Angeles area.

While the 2024 Subaru Ascent might appeal to brand loyalists, its snug interior, lackluster fuel economy and frustrating tech prove the three-row SUV is in need of an overhaul.
The comprehensively redesigned and decidedly upmarket 2025 Infiniti QX80 is a moonshot away from its predecessor, and a model that Infiniti claims is the benchmark for brand offerings going forward.
With a healthy all-electric range and DC fast charging, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE450e might be the perfect dip in the shallow end of EV ownership.
It’s not for everyone, but the all-new 2024 Ineos Grenadier is one of the most interesting, focused, characterful and capable vehicles on sale today — just make sure you know what you’re getting into.
VW’s updates to the all-electric 2024 ID.4 don’t address every complaint, but they bring meaningful improvements in critical areas, including power, infotainment and climate controls.
The funky new X2 M35i seeks to differentiate itself from other cars in the BMW lineup.
With up to 39 inches of screens inside, the redesigned 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the techiest version yet — which might not appeal to the traditional Benz buyer.
A weeklong drive in a 2024 Chevrolet Suburban cemented the idea that GM’s full-size SUVs make a more compelling case as luxury leviathans than some luxe-brand behemoths.
Tesla’s comprehensive overhaul to the suspension, interior and user-interface of the Model 3 makes it not just one of the best EVs available, but one of the most compelling compact luxury sedans on the market — period.
The refreshed 2025 Genesis GV80’s reorganized interior and upgraded tech go a long way in elevating an already lush luxury SUV.