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Senior Research Editor

Damon Bell

Senior Research Editor Damon Bell has more than 25 years of experience in the automotive industry, beginning as an Engineering Graphics researcher/proofreader at model-car manufacturer Revell-Monogram. From there, he moved on to various roles at Collectible Automobile magazine and Consumer Guide Automotive before joining Cars.com in August 2022. He served as president of the Midwest Automotive Media Association in 2019 and 2020.

Ram has announced a trio of Direct Connection performance upgrade packages for the 2027 1500 Rumble Bee line of muscle trucks aimed at making them even more formidable.
Kia’s affordable compact hybrid gets refreshed styling and new tech features for 2027, but its previously available EV version has been discontinued.
The government has barred Swedish EV brand Polestar from selling its China-built vehicles in the U.S. starting with the 2027 model year. Here’s what consumers should know.
The redesigned 2026 Audi Q3’s interior sees real improvements over its predecessor, but it also acquires a couple of new quirks.
Mitsubishi unveiled the 2027 Eclipse Sportback, a new electric vehicle that’s a rebranded version of the redesigned-for-2026 Nissan Leaf.
The Lexus IS 350 has an aged platform and engine, but its old-school design is part of the appeal for some luxury sports-sedan shoppers.
The Lucid Gravity is available with a third-row seat that expands its seating capacity from five people to seven, but the option tacks on almost $3,000. Is it worth the extra cost?
Value is on everyone’s mind these days, so we picked eight relatively affordable “dupe” vehicles that mirror the look and feel of a higher-end vehicle.
Honda unveiled two prototypes of next-generation hybrid models that preview the company’s shift toward hybrid powertrains.
Mercedes-Benz is launching a redesigned C-Class sedan for the 2027 model year with a 482-hp electric powertrain and several new high-tech features. These are the four things that most stood out to us.