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Jun 3, 2018 First Drive

Behind the wheel of BMW’s ragtop Hail Mary effort

Behind the wheel of BMW's ragtop Hail Mary effort

May 20, 2018 First Drive

The M3 CS is ready to play, and loves to be hurled into any corner

It has exquisite balance, responds accurately and quickly to steering inputs, and its performance envelope takes both gentle and heavy-handed drivers and gives them similar point-to-point speed, no frights, and lets them gorge on giggles.

Apr 24, 2018

Mercedes goes high-tech in a market where it’s hip to be square

Sprinter vans in the United States will be offered with these two diesel engines, along with a gasoline-powered 188-hp, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. We'll have a choice of rear- and all-wheel drive, though the front-wheel-drive model available in other markets will be a no-show stateside.

Jan 22, 2018 First Drive

Getting the fundamentals right

It's even a bit of fun.

Dec 20, 2017 First Drive

Don’t call it a hatchback, but admire its versatility.

The 2018 Buick Regal Sportback is a serious driver's-car contender that can compete against our favorites.

Nov 15, 2017 First Drive

Aging model adds power in fight against other high-end, go-fast sedans.

The Jaguar XJR's premium trim lends a bit more modernity to the familiar cabin.

Nov 3, 2017 First Drive

Jaguar gambles on a wagon hunch for the States.

Folding the Sportbrake's rear seats down produces a nice, flat expanse for cargo, with no obtrusive humps or bumps on the side.

Sep 5, 2017 First Drive

Sleeker look, more power, greater range highlight the popular EV.

2019 Nissan Leaf EV offers more power, better looks and less noise.

May 3, 2017 First Drive

Now, with wireless charging.

A smaller engine is a bigger play this time around.

May 2, 2017 First Drive

It's absurdly fast and ridiculously comfortable.

So, so very fast.

Apr 26, 2017 Review

The superlative engine can't carry the day.

We test this executive sedan in Bavaria.

Oct 19, 2016 First Drive

It's not necessarily sporty, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.

Jun 14, 2016 First Drive

Godzilla goes to finishing school.

The Nissan GT-R's appeal has always stemmed from its violent acceleration and singular focus on forward motion. For 2017, it also learned some manners.

Jun 10, 2016 First Drive

More power, with a grand touring vibe.

Fiat's roadster hails from Hiroshima, but it doesn't subscribe to Mazda's low-power philosophy. It's truly its own car, but is it better than the MX-5?

May 20, 2016 First Drive

The big goal for Ford on this refresh is: Don't. Screw. It. Up. It hasn't. This is a sweet natured car with a good ride and an interior that's easy to like.

Apr 26, 2016 First Drive

The Malibu of compacts.

Comfortable and efficient, the new second-generation 2016 Chevrolet Cruze is the Malibu of compacts.

Apr 15, 2016 First Drive

Because not every California T buyer wants a softer Ferrari.

The HS package turns the California T into something that's stiffer and faster and more fun. The trade-off is a slightly firmer ride.

Mar 30, 2016 First Drive

Unparalleled luxury with a view.

The arrival of a new convertible Rolls-Royce is an occasion unto itself. We head to South Africa to tour the Western Cape swiftly and in great comfort.

Jun 5, 2015 First Drive

An Aspirin In Place Of Open-Heart Surgery

Mitsubishi is updating its compact Outlander in the middle of a crossover boom. But too little might be too late, in this case.

Jun 4, 2015 First Drive

That Difficult Second Album

Ferrari's successor to the amazing 458 Italia, the 2016 488 GTB, is wicked fast, but lacks the aural and visual thrills of its predecessor.

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