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When you need to get away from it all, the redesigned 2021 BMW M440i convertible is comfortable for cruising, sporty in corners and classy all the while.
By Mike Hanley
Senior Road Test Editor
Jeep’s new 2021 Grand Cherokee L has something the Grand Cherokee has never had before: a third row that makes it family friendlier without impacting its off-road capabilities.
By Aaron Bragman
June 16, 2021
After driving the new 2022 Civic, the big story is the enhanced driving dynamics and simplified interior styling. Read more on our time with the car here.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
Families looking for a large vehicle with small-vehicle fuel economy don’t have a lot of options, but the 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid is a good one.
By Jennifer Geiger
News Editor
Nissan redesigned the 2022 Pathfinder to be more rugged, more outdoorsy and slightly more capable in the dirt without giving up any of the luxury, safety and connectivity that modern families expect in an SUV.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
Infiniti’s QX80 flagship feels ancient in almost every way, but the throwback experience can still be enjoyable if going old-school is your goal.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
The new 2022 Volkswagen Taos offers extra space, extra cargo, higher seating position and boosted utility without a price penalty versus the outgoing Golf hatchback.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
The 2021 Subaru Forester compact SUV still impresses with a blend of comfort, utility and practicality – once you get accustomed to its interior controls.
By Mike Hanley
Senior Road Test Editor
The 2021 BMW 540i xDrive with M Sport Package is a little light on sport, but it has a good blend of driver-assist technology, interior quality and vibrant information screens.
By Joe Bruzek
Managing Editor
The 2022 Outback Wilderness is new and will be to Subaru’s crossovers what the STI trim is to the company’s sports cars: more of what customers love about their Subarus.
By Aaron Bragman
May 17, 2021