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We tested two Mustang Mach-E models: an all-wheel-drive Premium with the extended-range battery and a GT Performance Edition.

By Mike Hanley
November 29, 2022

Ford offers a hybrid drivetrain in its F-150, and Toyota debuted a hybrid powertrain in its redesigned 2022 Tundra. Both share a number of similarities.
By Mike Hanley
November 16, 2022

See what you get — and give up — by choosing the Maverick EcoBoost over the Maverick hybrid.
By Brian Normile
November 15, 2022

The F-150 Lightning should serve the work needs of certain customers quite well. For others, however, it’s not yet a practical replacement for a gas- or diesel-powered truck.
By Mike Hanley
September 6, 2022

We tested the Tesla Model Y and Kia EV6 in a head-to-head comparison judging areas of home and fast charging, efficiency, acceleration, handling, ride, comfort, cargo and more.
By Joe Bruzek and Mike Hanley
August 3, 2022

We compared the 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and 2021 Tesla Model Y by testing the following categories: driving experience, interior, features, home and fast charging, acceleration and handling.
By Mike Hanley and Joe Bruzek
August 3, 2022

We got a chance to compare two of the newer entries in the off-road-adjacent compact SUV segment: the all-new 2023 Mazda CX-50 and the new Wilderness version of the 2022 Subaru Forester.
By Brian Normile
June 9, 2022

On paper, the 2021 Lincoln Corsair and 2021 Audi Q5 compare favorably, but they actually work and feel quite different from each other.
By Aaron Bragman
January 18, 2022

Since our last comparison for best compact SUV in 2019, two of our competitors — the Hyundai Tucson and Nissan Rogue — have been fully redesigned and 2019’s winner, the Volkswagen Tiguan, has been updated.
By Joe Wiesenfelder
November 15, 2021

Redesigned for 2021, the Nissan Rogue dethroned the two-time champion Volkswagen Tiguan in our test to find the best compact SUV.
By Joe Bruzek
November 15, 2021