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Striking style, glorious V-8 power and noise, and a meticulously crafted interior make the Lexus LC 500 convertible feel like a Japanese Aston Martin.

By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief

With its highly intoxicating twin-turbocharged V-8, the 2024 BMW X5 M60i blurs the line between simply being an X5 with an uplevel engine and a full-blown performance SUV.

By Joe Bruzek
Managing Editor

The redesigned 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is ready to shine as one of the most affordable EVs you can buy.

By Joe Bruzek
Managing Editor

The redesigned 2024 GMC Acadia returns to GM’s big crossover-style SUV platform, essentially becoming a fancier, pricier Chevrolet Traverse.

By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief

The refreshed-for-2025 Honda Civic lineup regains a hybrid version, this time with a gutsier powertrain that improves acceleration as well as fuel efficiency. The hybrid is also positioned as the regular Civic’s premium powertrain, replacing the previous turbo 1.5-liter.

By Damon Bell
Senior Research Editor

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.

By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief

The new xDrive40 version of the all-electric BMW i4 luxury hatchback is the most well-rounded i4 in terms of performance, range and price.

By Joe Bruzek
Managing Editor

The funky new X2 M35i seeks to differentiate itself from other cars in the BMW lineup.

By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief

More sports wagon than SUV, the all-new 2025 Crown Signia is an efficient, premium mid-size two-row vehicle for shoppers who want something a little different.

By Mike Hanley
Senior Road Test Editor

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is Chevrolet’s most mainstream electric vehicle yet; it’s a stylish, nicely equipped compact SUV that offers competitive range and charging speed at very competitive prices.

By Damon Bell
Senior Research Editor