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Like the balance of performance and comfort in the all-new Acura ZDX Type S, there’s a balance of things we like about it and things we don’t.

By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief

The redesigned 2024 Traverse is a stylish, solid update to Chevy’s popular big family SUV, now with legit off-road chops and some snazzy new tech.

By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief

If you’re considering adding a new Lotus sports car to your garage, this is your sign to do it because the Emira doesn't just have a striking design, fantastic driving fundamentals and tremendously improved fit and finish — it's also likely to be the last gas-powered Lotus put to production.

By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief

The 2024 Nissan Versa’s top SR trim is budget-grade transportation to be sure, but it delivers a better all-around driving experience — and a higher level of standard and available features — than you might expect given its bargain-basement pricing.

By Damon Bell
Senior Research Editor

We traveled to San Diego to drive hybrid-equipped Tacomas and the off-road-oriented TRD Pro and Trailhunter trims.

By Mike Hanley
Senior Road Test Editor

The refreshed 2025 Toyota Camry’s hybrid drivetrain, stylistic rework and impressive uplevel trims make it one of the best mid-size sedans you can buy.

By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief

Though it doesn’t possess the same hewn-from-granite character as its predecessor, the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser will still appeal to a wide range of brand enthusiasts.

By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLS63 is super quick, super loud, super expensive — and super cool.

By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief

The Honda Ridgeline mid-size pickup truck gains a more rugged TrailSport trim level for 2024, but the truck remains chiefly a convenient on-road cargo hauler. It’s starting to feel very dated, though; it would benefit immensely from the same platform switch and upgrades that the Honda Pilot SUV recently received.

By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor

Overall, the new 500e is a comfortable, decidedly quiet, nicely damped but expensive little commuter car.

By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief