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Enjoying a car in its intended environment is supremely satisfying, and most of that holds true for Maserati’s flagship convertible.

By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLC43 Coupe delivers driving excitement and cabin refinement, but it’s dampered a bit by a wonky transmission, poor rear sight lines and frustrating touch-sensitive controls.

By Jennifer Geiger
News Editor

The 2024 Mercedes-EQ EQS450+ possesses many of the desirable qualities of an S-Class, but more than a few troublesome traits prevent it from being the EV equivalent of Mercedes’ flagship.

By Mike Hanley
Senior Road Test Editor

The all-new 2025 Audi Q6 and SQ6 e-Tron have all the makings of serious crossover appeal for those who haven’t made the electric leap.

By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief

After driving the $250,000 Lucid Air Sapphire, we wondered what life was like at the other end of the Lucid showroom: How does the entry-level $70,000 Lucid Air Pure compare with the eyeball-flattening Sapphire?
By Aaron Bragman
December 6, 2024

With 751 horsepower and looks that could kill, the all-new, all-electric 2025 Maserati GranCabrio Folgore is one of the most thrilling luxury EVs available.

By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief

As long as you have consistent access to a charger to make full use of its 54 miles of EPA-rated electric range, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e is one of the more compelling luxury plug-in hybrids available.

By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief

The new 2025 Nissan Rogue Rock Creek looks like a tough off-roader, but don’t go too far off the beaten path with it.
By Aaron Bragman
November 19, 2024

The 2025 Audi Q7 three-row SUV delivers a rock-solid luxury experience and represents surprisingly solid value even at a very high price — but as a vehicle that hasn’t been fully redesigned since the 2017 model year, it also feels a bit dated.

By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor

The 2025 GV80 Coupe out-luxuries the competition in terms of driving refinement and cabin dazzlement, but some tech issues and a late rollout of wireless smartphone connectivity annoy.

By Jennifer Geiger
News Editor