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Bury the past. The new Z4 ups the fun quotient and delivers performance to match its looks.
By Brian Wong
L.A. Bureau Chief
The Pilot’s age is showing, and though it retains some strengths (storage space and value), what it really needs to catch up with its class are updates to its technology and interior.
By Brian Wong
L.A. Bureau Chief
This big five-seat SUV is comfortable and tech-savvy, but powertrain problems threaten to derail the experience.
By Brian Wong
L.A. Bureau Chief
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