Executive Editor
Joe Wiesenfelder
Former Executive Editor Joe Wiesenfelder, a Cars.com launch veteran, led the car evaluation effort. He owns a 1984 Mercedes 300D and a 2002 Mazda Miata SE.
Articles by Joe Wiesenfelder
Much improved over its former self, the 2022 Lexus NX is now competitive with luxury SUVs in its class, though it doesn’t leapfrog them.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
Executive Editor
We went with a hybrid bedliner of sorts that combines the best aspects of a drop-in bedliner — though much better executed — with a 3/8-inch-thick rubber mat for the floor.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
August 27, 2021
Electric vehicles have their own terminology that can be mysterious and confusing to the uninitiated. Knowing what these terms mean is key to deciding if an EV is right for you — and which one.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
August 25, 2021
Much has changed since our last minivan comparison, so we felt it was time for another look. Check out the results and details of our Minivan Challenge for 2021 here.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
August 9, 2021
Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 are associated with charging speeds — not to be confused with the levels of autonomy.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
July 26, 2021
If you want to be a satisfied electric vehicle owner, charging at home is a necessity, and when it’s a pure EV as opposed to a plug-in hybrid, 240 volts is required to fill the larger battery pack in a reasonable period.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
July 26, 2021
While the 2021 Chicago Auto Show may not be as large as it has been in previous years, several vehicles made their public debut — particularly electric ones.
By Brian Normile
July 15, 2021
While the 2021 Chicago Auto Show may not be as large as it has been in previous years, several vehicles made their public debut — particularly electric ones.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
July 15, 2021
While the 2021 Chicago Auto Show may not be as large as it has been in previous years, several vehicles made their public debut — particularly electric ones.
By Mike Hanley
July 15, 2021
Cars.com reviewers Mike Hanley, Joe Wiesenfelder and Brian Normile trekked the show floor and came away most impressed with the 2022 Ford Maverick. Here’s why.
By Mike Hanley
July 15, 2021
Cars.com reviewers Mike Hanley, Joe Wiesenfelder and Brian Normile trekked the show floor and came away most impressed with the 2022 Ford Maverick. Here’s why.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
July 15, 2021
Cars.com reviewers Mike Hanley, Joe Wiesenfelder and Brian Normile trekked the show floor and came away most impressed with the 2022 Ford Maverick. Here’s why.
By Brian Normile
July 15, 2021
The simple truckiness of the 2022 Ford Maverick is sure to appeal to some shoppers. It did to us.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
July 14, 2021
The 2022 F-150 Lightning will get a lot of attention on the show circuit, as it should, but it will be more for what it is and what it represents than for the impression it makes up close.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
July 14, 2021