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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

Like Las Vegas incarnate, the Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV is awkward to look at, cheaply luxurious and more than a little bit gaudy — but it’s also more fun than you expect.

By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief

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.

By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief

The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV delivers impressive power along with top-of-the-class driving range and DC fast-charging speed, but trim choices are limited for now, and some of the pricey First Edition RST’s features are of dubious value.

By Damon Bell
Senior Research Editor

Ford just put its 2024 F-150 through what’s called a “mid-cycle refresh,” where it received mild styling updates, new interior bits and new technology and features, plus the Raptor R, which is still something special.

By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief