Test Drives
Road Test: 2026 Acura ADX AWD A-Spec Advanced
John Faulkner
The 2026 Acura ADX plusses-up the HR-V with a premium experience of quality interior materials, a more powerful engine and a tuned suspension.
Road Test: 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback GT-Line Turbo
John Faulkner
Our take is—If consumers are interested in the K4 Sedan, they will be really keen on the 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback.
Flash Drive: 2026 Lexus ES 350h Hybrid
John Faulkner
The 2026 Lexus ES 350h Hybrid is more efficient, more powerful and is offered for the first time with an all-wheel drive option compared to the ES 300h it replaces.
Flash Drive: 2026 Lexus ES 350e and 500e EVs
John Faulkner
The new Lexus ES 3503/5003 is the best ES ever with great looks, all the technology you could want and is amazingly efficient. It is just an excellent sedan.
News and Feature
News: 2027 Lexus TZ EV
John Faulkner
The 2027 TZ is Lexus’ first all-electric three-row, six-passenger SUV. It comes in two grades (trim levels), both with standard all-wheel drive.
HVO Renewable Diesel: The Drop-In Solution Decarbonizing Fleets Today (Not Tomorrow)
Jane Marsh
Renewable diesel, particularly hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), is becoming a practical near-term solution for fleets that want to reduce emissions now while building toward broader electrification.
Prospects and Predictions for ICE Cars in the Next Decade
Martin Banks
As the world moves toward a greener, electric transportation future, it’s essential to gauge how much longer internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles will remain relevant.
News: 2027 Volvo EX60 EV
John Faulkner
The 2027 Volvo EX60 is a two-row, five-passenger midsize all-electric SUV. The attractive, modern and contemporary look is not flashy.
Car Knowledge
Die Casting vs. CNC Machining – How To Choose
Guest Contributor
If you are sourcing a metal component and weighing these two processes (die casting vs. CNC Machining), the honest answer is that neither one wins every time.
Beyond Horsepower: What Really Makes a Car Feel Premium
Guest Contributor
What defines a premium car? How well the suspension manages the relationship between road and cabin.
Why the Android Head Unit Market is High-Risk (And How to Buy Safely)
Car Tech Studio Editorial Team
he Android head unit market is also considered one of the riskiest automotive electronics sectors.
What Does an Intake Manifold Do in a 6.7 Power Stroke?
Guest Contributor
The Ford 6.7 Power Stroke intake manifold’s purpose is to deliver the power; to help the air flow into the cylinders to ensure combustion efficiency and proper air flow.