Expert reviews
All articles

Moving to a rear-wheel-drive platform makes the Explorer better to drive, but there are shortcomings in the cabin that may be a bigger deal for families, and the hybrid is a disappointment.

By Brian Wong
L.A. Bureau Chief

The redesigned 2020 Versa is no longer the least expensive new car in America, but it’s a much better car that’s still cheaper than most.

By Fred Meier
Washington, D.C., Bureau Chief

Toyota redesigned its Highlander and Highlander Hybrid for 2020. We traveled to Texas to test out both SUVs; here’s our first take.

By Kelsey Mays
Assistant Managing Editor-News

The Hyundai Palisade is a truly special vehicle with a formidable mix of value, interior quality and technology.

By Brian Wong
L.A. Bureau Chief

Though the 2020 Genesis G90’s structure remains the same, changing the look of it might move the needle in gaining it some well-deserve awareness.

By Brian Wong
L.A. Bureau Chief

The new 2020 Nissan Sentra seems not only to fix the problems of the old generation, but also to swing the needle back in the other direction. It’s good.

By Brian Wong
L.A. Bureau Chief

Mazda now has a subcompact SUV in the 2020 CX-30 that offers upscale quality and driving fun as well as better size and practicality to compete for American buyers.

By Fred Meier
Washington, D.C., Bureau Chief

The 2019 Mercedes-AMG GT 53 delights; with an impeccable interior and grin-inducing performance, it’s a true jack of all trades.

By Brian Wong
L.A. Bureau Chief

While some rivals are doubling down on mid-size sedans and others are abandoning the shrinking market, Volkswagen hedged its bet with a cost-conscious freshening of the 2020 Passat.

By Fred Meier
Washington, D.C., Bureau Chief

Even though it just got a slew of changes, the 500X feels like it needs a few more already, including ergonomic improvements and a better transmission.

By Brian Wong
L.A. Bureau Chief