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2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI review: Mandatory manual
If you want an authentic and actually involving sports and performance experience, you should go with the stick shift just on principle.


2025 Mazda CX-30 Turbo review: Aging like a Cheval Blanc
Mostly unchanged, the CX-30 Turbo hits all the right sweet spots 2025 Mazda CX-30 Turbo review by The Road Beat Words and pictures:...


2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz review: Crowds will love it
I've never gotten so many stares and points in any car. Ever. 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz review by The Road Beat Words and pictures:...


2025 Lexus LX 700h Ultra Luxury review: How to waste $141K
This luxury SUV has a new engine option, bringing the price to comical territory 2025 Lexus LX 700h Ultra Luxury review by The Road Beat Words and pictures: Mitchell Weitzman "I asked my friends what they thought this Lexus cost, based purely on brand and a glance inside. Their answer? $100K — even after I pointed out the newly minted '700' badge and hybrid option. When I then explained the MSRP for this example was actually 41% higher at $141,545, they legitimately laughed.


Ferrari 550 Maranello photo shoot: V12 GT still stuns
I had a recent chance to take photos of a 1998 Ferrari 550 Maranello in Tucson, AZ. Just wow. 1998 Ferrari 550 Maranello photo shoot...


2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid review: a true EV alternative
for those who prioritize peak fuel economy and value Toyota’s reliability, the RAV4 Hybrid remains an excellent option—and the pinnacle of what Toyota’s hybrids have achieved.


2025 Honda Odyssey proves minivans do have a place
My appreciation and fondness for its charming convenience have grown remarkably in an age of endlessly complex over-complication.


2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe review: Looks can deceive
Such a strong offering already in the GV80—a class leader in luxury and big-SUV dynamics—is there any reason to divert to the GV80 Coupe?


2025 Volkswagen Taos review: a compelling compact choice
Taos cements itself as a key player thanks to tiny, yet simple differences that make a big impact for such a relatively small car.


2025 Hyundai Kona Limited review: Improved, but pricey
Tested here in its top-tier Limited trim, it’s a nice little car that feels a class above a Toyota and past affordable Hyundais and Kias


2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid review: Even better
There are times when sharing components can reap great rewards for those involved, and Mazda has benefited immensely from this latest collab


2025 Toyota Sequoia 1794 review: Overpriced and inefficient
This latest edition of Toyota's Sequoia SUV is grossly overpriced for what it is.


2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge review: Tech makeover due
As much as I love the wonderful leather-clad, massaging seats and quiet cabin, this Swede is weighed down by yesteryear's tech and operation


2025 Honda Civic Hatchback Hybrid review: The right stuff
While not a blastoff or revolution, a second go around in a Civic Hybrid in Hatchback guise continues to impress 2025 Honda Civic...


2024 Honda Prologue review: What a shocker
I have lots of thoughts about this stunning disappointment, which also happens to be an EV 2024 Honda Prologue review by The Road Beat...


2025 Volkswagen Jetta review: Nearly 40 MPG
The Jetta is a pretty good car, and I did not expect to arrive at that conclusion before spending a week with it.


2024 Toyota bZ4X review: Surprisingly decent
Unfortunately, even if the efficiency is commendable, when it comes time to fill your tank with electrons, the bZ4X lags behind in charging.


2025 Toyota Crown Signia review: Who is this for?
A surprise wagon that never excels 2025 Toyota Crown Signia review by The Road Beat Words and pictures: Mitchell Weitzman In the midst of...


2025 Genesis GV80 review: Lavish living
The big SUV from Genesis sees incremental improvements 2025 Genesis GV80 review by The Road Beat Words and pictures: Mitchell Weitzman I...


2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV review: A rare Mazda misfire
Where Mazda nails it every single time is driving dynamics, with weighted and assured steering.


2024 Hyundai Elantra N Line review: Blunted fun
This kills a standard Corolla, but an N Line is no substitute for the real N nor even a Civic Si. 2024 Hyundai Elantra N Line review by...


2025 Acura TLX Type S review: Confusingly capable
Acura's TLX Type S has the fundamentals of a sports sedan, but it's in need of refinement.


2025 Honda Pilot review: Party for eight
This huge SUV is outdated, but has space in spades 2025 Honda Pilot review by The Road Beat Words and pictures: Mitchell Weitzman Maybe...


2024 Lexus GX 550 review: Heir apparent
Will the real Land Cruiser please stand up? 2024 Lexus GX 550 review by The Road Beat Words and pictures: Mitchell Weitzman Following my...
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