News: 2018 Lexus RX 450hL Hybrid Crossover
The 2018 Lexus RX 450hL doesn’t have a longer wheelbase to accommodate the additional seating as you might expect. Instead, Lexus stretched the standard RX hybrid by 4.3 inches in the back
News: 2018 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid Introduced
The 2018 Kio Niro Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) took a bow at the Los Angeles Auto Show; the new Kia Niro PHEV and Niro Hybrid are near identical twins.
Road Test: 2018 Honda CR-V Turbo AWD
While not the best at every single thing, the 2018 Honda CR-V is a top class compact SUV with a great interior, plenty of passenger room, lots of cargo space and excellent fuel economy with the available turbocharged engine.
Road Test: 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf SEL Premium
With great handling, a spirited all-electric driving experience and an intuitive interior, the 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf lives up to its German heritage.
Road Test: 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TSI S 4Motion
The 2017 Golf SportWagen is not only something unique, but something uniquely useful. I didn’t want to give it back.
Road Test: 2017 Acura MDX Hybrid
The Acura MDX, a midsize Sport Hybrid, a three-row crossover SUV, adds an electric component to its drivetrain and jumps up to earning the mileage of a compact hatchback, despite its bountiful power, hauling capacity—and mass.
Flash Drive: 2018 Kia Rio EX 5-Door Automatic
The 2018 Kia Rio is a new Rio. It is longer, lower, and wider than its predecessor. Once again, it’s available as a four-door sedan or hatchback.
News: GMC To Expand Sierra eAssist Hybrid Pickup Sales
General Motors recently announced that it will be offering its GMC Sierra eAssist pickup with light electrification.
Tech: Low Rolling Resistance Tires & Fuel Economy
When you choose to replace a vehicle’s tires—or the tires of an entire fleet—you have the option of choosing even more fuel efficient low rolling resistance tires.
Events: A Day at the Track
In early November, journalists headed 90 miles northeast of Los Angeles to strap on a helmet and get behind the wheel of some pretty cool cars at MPG Track Day.