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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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2026 Toyota C-HR EV

Flash Drive: 2026 Toyota C-HR EV

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We found the 2026 Toyota C-HR was a nimble, spirited and comfortable subcompact EV that will find a place in garages with owners looking for a utility vehicle that is efficient with a light environmental footprint.

2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness

Flash Drive: 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness

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The appeal of the Subaru Outback grows with the Wilderness option that still delivers very composed and comfortable on-road driving, but also impressive off-roading for everything up to rock crawling.

2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9

Road Test: 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 EV

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If you are in the market for a premium large SUV that seats up to seven in true comfort and style, and are ready to make the move to electrification, then the all-electric 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 should be high on your shopping list.

2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid

Road Test: 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid SX Prestige AWD

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The 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid was one I didn’t want to give back after one week. The ride, tight handling, spacious interior and refreshed exterior design added up to a very practical compact SUV equipped better than many considered premium offerings.

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