William Holland 
There’s a lot of talk about electric vehicles that has nothing to do with electric vehicles. Sure, we owe a lot to Elon and identity politics, but even with the political veneer stripped away, we rarely talk about electric vehicles in the context of “normal” cars. Automakers are partly to blame. In a desperate attempt … Read more
Over the past few decades, Germany’s big three luxury brands have injected a healthy dose of sportiness into even their most sedate models. Even German people-cars feature overly stiff suspensions and hyper-quick steering, offering buyers a taste of performance in a car they’ll be driving to and from work. These things are certainly appropriate for … Read more
The 2024 Kia EV9 is the only mainstream three-row electric car that gets the basics right. It’s efficient, charges quickly thanks to its high-voltage architecture, and is very comfortable even when fully loaded. On that basis, it’s a good buy. There are a lot of little things that could be polished, though. The ride needs … Read more
The all-electric EX90 won’t spell the end for Volvo’s largest petrol SUV—the XC90 is still around. A new-generation model isn’t on the horizon, but the current luxury car is getting a new look. It follows an update introduced in 2019 that features a few revisions inside and out. Despite being a decade old, the second-generation … Read more
I’m a simple person who likes simple things, and the 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI is the kind of car that tickles every part of my lizard brain. Driving the updated GLI for the past week, I’ve had to remember that there are drive modes other than Sport—especially with a passenger in the car. With VW’s … Read more
Toyota doesn’t need to fix the Camry. It’s been America’s best-selling sedan for more than a decade and is poised for another strong year. But even a vehicle as popular as the Camry needs an update every now and then. Fortunately, Toyota has stuck to the formula. The 2025 Toyota Camry is just as great … Read more
The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox is aimed at someone like me: A dad with a growing child who will soon be able to drive. The Equinox isn’t trying to be all things to all people. Instead, Chevrolet is looking to broaden the SUV’s appeal with a rugged new Activ trim and a fresh design. The updated … Read more