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More sports wagon than SUV, the all-new 2025 Crown Signia is an efficient, premium mid-size two-row vehicle for shoppers who want something a little different.
By Mike Hanley
Senior Road Test Editor
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV delivers impressive power along with top-of-the-class driving range and DC fast-charging speed, but trim choices are limited for now, and some of the pricey First Edition RST’s features are of dubious value.
By Damon Bell
Senior Research Editor
Whenever a new F-150 arrives, the question is always if Ford went far enough with its update. For 2024, the answer is simple: It’s more about not fixing what ain’t broken.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
The 2024 BMW 750e xDrive is an excellent luxury sedan that just happens to be a plug-in hybrid, and the PHEV aspect of it doesn’t add much to the experience while adding complexity for owners.
By Brian Normile
Road Test Editor
The BMW 5 Series is known for its refined road manners and polished cabin, and the all-electric 2024 i5 levels up with a premium driving experience, cutting-edge tech and maximum efficiency.
By Jennifer Geiger
News Editor
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
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 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
With a standard hybrid drivetrain and available all-wheel drive and second-row captain’s chairs that can slide a long way forward and back, the 2024 Toyota Sienna minivan has a number of compelling attributes for families.
By Mike Hanley
Senior Road Test Editor
