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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Road Test: 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross SEL 1.5T S-AWC

March 24, 2024October 26, 2018 by John Faulkner

For the future, the first thing is for Mitsubishi to take the good from the 2018 Eclipse Cross, and there are many, as they have produced a well-equipped small crossover for under $24,000.

Road Test: 2018 Buick LaCrosse Avenir

August 5, 2023October 21, 2018 by John Faulkner

Effortless power from the smooth V6 and a seamless-shifting transmission, good handling and a solid road feel make the 2018 Buick LaCrosse Avenir a very pleasant car to drive. The well-appointed interior is comfortable and welcoming. The 30 mpg EPA highway rating was encouraging, but we exceeded that number.

Road Test: 2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure AWD

March 24, 2024October 15, 2018 by John Faulkner

With ample room for passengers and their cargo, the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure doubles as a good family crossover and, with the mild ruggedness upgrades, a mild off-roader.

Mazda Miata MX-5

Road Test: 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club

March 14, 2019October 9, 2018 by John Faulkner

The 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club has superior performance and is a blast to drive. You will enjoy tossing around this lightweight convertible sports car knowing it is by far the lowest priced two-seat, rear-wheel drive convertible on the market, therefore offering the most topless fun for the money.

Chevrolet Bolt EV fleet

Event: Chevrolet Bolt EV Autocross Experience

March 14, 2019October 6, 2018 by John Faulkner

Chevrolet thought it would be fun (and they were right!) to invite automotive journalists to an autocross course in Southern California, to demonstrate that the 2018 Bolt is more than just a commuter and around-town compact.

Road Test: 2018 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0T Coast

March 14, 2019October 3, 2018 by John Faulkner

The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Coast is as fun to drive as it looks. It is peppy, sips fuel, hauls most of your stuff with the rear seat folded flat, has excellent visibility for the driver, and looks cool in the process.

Road Test: 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD

August 5, 2023September 24, 2018 by John Faulkner

For shoppers looking for a premium family midsize crossover, the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid gives them an option to be just a bit different from the crowd.

News: 2018 Nissan Kicks

March 14, 2019September 16, 2018 by John Faulkner

The brand-new 2018 Nissan Kicks more-or-less replaces the Juke as the subcompact crossover in the Nissan line-up.

Road Test: 2018 Lexus NX 300h AWD

March 31, 2020September 14, 2018 by John Faulkner

In its fourth year, the 2018 Lexus NX 300h has proven itself as a comfortable driving, compact crossover utility vehicle, offering best-in-class fuel economy.

Road Test: 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.0L AWC Limited Edition

March 24, 2024September 10, 2018 by John Faulkner

The main drawback on the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is that it was introduced new in 2011, and except for a few minor changes and styling upgrades, it is essentially the same car.