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The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit is a lovely SUV if you can suffer the odd powertrain tuning.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
A road trip effectively reveals a vehicle's merits and flaws in equal measure, and such was the case with a 600-round-trip cruise in a 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
The 2027 Rivian R2’s combination of equipment, space, function and luxury for a competitive price instantly makes it a compelling choice in the mid-size electric luxury SUV class.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
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.
By Damon Bell
Senior Research Editor
For better or for worse, the new eighth-generation Lexus ES is a landmark car in the brand’s unwinding history.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
The 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E is a solid-performing, well-equipped, high-performance EV.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
There's a lot to like about the NX 350h, an upscale, fuel-efficient, luxury compact SUV with a hybrid powertrain. It looks sharp inside and out, it’s thrifty on gas, and its user interface is intuitive. Unfortunately for Lexus, there's also a lot to like about less expensive rival compact SUVs from mainstream brands.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
With more power than you truly need, enough range and fast-charge capability for road-tripping, and unmistakable Porsche dynamics, the 2026 Porsche Taycan 4 is an excellent daily sports sedan.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
The Aston Martin DB12 S adds a bit more power, a new exhaust, comprehensive chassis upgrades and new cosmetic options, making it a sharper, quicker and more capable variant of the grand tourer.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
If it's engagement, tactility and balanced performance you seek, no new car under $100,000 drives better than the 2026 Honda Civic Type R.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief