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John Faulkner is Road Test Editor at Clean Fleet Report. He has more than 30 years’ experience branding, launching and marketing automobiles. He has worked with General Motors (all Divisions), Chrysler (Dodge, Jeep, Eagle), Ford and Lincoln-Mercury, Honda, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan and Toyota on consumer events and sales training programs. His interest in automobiles is broad and deep, beginning as a child riding in the back seat of his parent’s 1950 Studebaker. He is a journalist member of the Motor Press Guild and Western Automotive Journalists.

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First Time Toyota Mirai owners

FIRST TIMER – 2021 Toyota Mirai

We met with a married couple, Ken and Molly (and their dog Sushi) who purchased a 2021 Toyota Mirai FCEV, their first fuel cell electric vehicle.

2021 Lexus NX 300h AWD Hybrid

Road Trip: 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition

Comfortable, fuel efficient, a solid on-road feel and distinctive styling–traits that make the 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line possibly the best compact premium crossover.

2023 Cadillac Lyriq EV

Exclusive: 2023 Cadillac Lyriq Preview

The 2023 Cadillac Lyriq is only the first of many all-electric Cadillacs that will be released in the coming years. Playing the long game with this transition from gasoline to electric, since they know who their customer is, they are prepared to gain customers as the marketplace continues to grow for electric luxury vehicles.

2021 Hyundai Palisade

Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD

The 2021 Hyundai Palisade is an excellent three-row SUV. Interior roominess, ride comfort, premium build and materials, a long list of convenience features, easy-to-use infotainment system and, of course, the comprehensive warranty are only some of the reasons Hyundai is confident holding the Palisade up against the competition.

2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost

Event: WAJ Media Day: A Million Dollar Drive

Western Automotive Journalists Media Day 2021 gave us a chance to relate a brief experience with a gaggle of cars whose price tags totaled well beyond a million dollars.

2021 Volkswagen ID4 Compact Crossover EV

Road Trip: 2021 Volkswagen ID4

The Volkswagen ID4 is practical, priced right, and with the 250-mile driving range, will become the most popular and used vehicle in your household. Simply put, it is a very good family crossover.