Performance

While the new eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R debuted in their European specs last year, we’ve had to wait until the 2021 Chicago Auto Show for the U.S.-specific versions to make their debuts, both as 2022 models.

The 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R make their U.S. debut with modest styling changes, track-ready performance upgrades plus more safety tech and standard equipment.

BMW’s entry-level 2 Series Coupe enters its second generation with styling, performance and tech upgrades aimed to seduce the driving enthusiast.

We test the 2021 1500 TRX’s speed against Ram’s claimed 0-60 time of 4.5 seconds on the way to a 12.9-second quarter-mile sprint at 108 mph.

The addition of a dual-clutch automatic transmission and newly standard performance features, plus an upgraded interior and additional go-fast goodies, make the 2021 Veloster N a hot hatch for everyone.

Ford announced that its Mustang Mach-E GT and Mach-E GT Performance Edition are good for an EPA estimated 270 and 260 miles of range, respectively.

For a quick rundown of our likes and dislikes of the 2021 Audi SQ5 after spending some time with it, read on right here.

The big news about the 2022 Chevrolet C8 Corvette is the availability of a limited special edition that pays tribute to C8.R racecars.

Take a look at how the Latch system and each car seat scored in our Car Seat Check of the 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat.

The 2022 BMW X3 adds a 48-volt mild-hybrid system on the six-cylinder M40i, as well as more advanced standard and available technology and a few extra standard safety features.