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Since 1993, the Kia Sportage has been a constant in the automaker’s ever-changing line-up and now in its fifth generation, the Sportage isn’t just better than it’s ever been before but it’s also one of the very best mid-size SUVs out there. When we typically do reviews, we have vehicles for a week and try

We recently drove the Fiat 500 RED and besides our full review, we decided to write another story where we answer all of our readers’ questions about this cute, retro-flavored urban EV from Italy. Sethspost asked if you can still get an ICE-powered one without a battery Starting with the basics, while the new 500 is

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For sports car enthusiasts, the introduction of electric and hybrid models is a threat to the character of the driving experience. However, there’s one brand that has never had a problem with character, and that’s Ferrari, so if it can make hybrid sports cars cool, then it could lead the way for the rest of

Off-roading continues to grow in popularity around the country and GMC is responding with an all-new trim for its full-size truck. While the new Sierra Denali Ultimate is heavily geared toward luxury, the new Sierra AT4X that’s an even fancier version of the existing AT4 trim is meant to be the most premium off-road-focused truck

GMC’s Denali trim level is meant to signify that nothing else could be higher. After all, it’s named after the highest peak in North America but now the brand wants to go further with a new 2022 trim level called the Denali Ultimate. This truck is aimed squarely at the most luxurious versions of the

The Lotus Exige is sadly no more but it remains one of the purest and most addictive sports cars ever launched and Chris Harris recently took a trip down memory lane with one particular special Exige. This Exige is a Series 1 model and was once a press car. Harris used it as a long-termer

The E60-generation BMW M5 will always have a special place in the heart of enthusiasts thanks largely to its use of a 5.0-liter naturally-aspirated V10. BMW built the E60 M5 over a period of six years, offering it in both sedan and Touring guises. In most markets, a seven-speed SMG automatic transmission was the only

It’s all too easy to get caught up with numbers when it comes to modern performance cars. That’s not an indictment of the pursuit of power. Who can blame manufacturers for the one-upmanship? Whether it be horsepower, 0–60 mph, torque, or top-speed, there’s no denying the headline value that comes with pushing the spec sheet

The Aston Martin V12 Vantage recently returned for a second generation and journalists have just had the opportunity to put it through its paces, testing it both on the track and on the road. Just 333 examples of the new V12 Vantage are being built and on paper, it seems like the perfect Aston Martin.

The all-electric BMW i4 may be based around the combustion-powered 4-Series Gran Coupe but it has a lot of promise and soon, we will be spending a week with one. Two variants of the i4 have been introduced in the Australian market. The model we’re driving is the entry-level eDrive40 complete with the M Sport

What kind of car is the 2023 Toyota Venza? What does it compare to? The hybrid Venza compact crossover seats five people and is half a foot longer but no roomier than the related Toyota RAV4. The Venza rivals mid-size crossovers such as the Honda Passport and Chevy Blazer, as well as larger compact crossovers

What kind of car is the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport? What does it compare to? The Land Rover Range Rover Sport is a luxury SUV that is the slightly smaller (but still rather expensive) sibling to the full-fledged Range Rover. It competes against other mid-size luxury SUVs including the BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE

What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Nissan Z? What does it compare to? The 2023 Nissan Z is a two-seat sports coupe with classic proportions wrapped in a stunning new silhouette. Starting at about $41,000, it competes with American muscle cars as well as the Toyota GR Supra, the Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ

What kind of car is the 2022 BMW 2-Series? What does it compare to? The 2022 BMW 2-Series is a performance-oriented luxury coupe that emphasizes driving fun and handling. It competes against other small performance cars such as the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, Audi A3, Lexus RC, and Porsche 718 Cayman. Is the 2022 BMW 2-Series a

The BMW M2 CS will likely go down in BMW folklore as one of its finest-ever performance cars and Chris Harris owns a particularly cool example. Harris has long been a fan of the M2 and previously owned a black M2 Competition before recently picking up the keys to this M2 CS. His new ride

Last week we got our hands on a Honda e press car and asked our readers to send us any questions they may have about it. We received many interesting questions about the charming but also pricey EV from Japan, so we will try to answer most of them here. Is the Honda e completely

Honda has set the goal of becoming the first Japanese brand to go fully electric by 2040 but instead of rolling out electric versions of existing models, the automaker kickstarted the new era with a clean-sheet design. The Honda e is more than an urban EV, it is a halo model bringing the brand’s heritage into

The new BMW M240i xDrive has stirred up quite a lot of debate since its unveiling and the guys over at The Smoking Tire recently had the opportunity to test it out for the very first time. The new 2-Series Coupe is noticeably larger than its predecessor and while the range is currently topped out

When Honda stepped into the game of fully electric citycars, it certainly did it in style. The Honda e, unveiled in production form in 2019, has been praised for its minimalist retro-futuristic design inspired by the first-gen Civic, but it also carries the huge role of being some kind of a halo model for the

What kind of car is the 2022 Audi A8? What does it compare to? The A8 is a full-size sedan that takes on some of the best, most opulent cars on the planet, such as the BMW 7-Series, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and Porsche Panamera.  Is the 2022 Audi A8 a good car? Review continues below The

What kind of vehicle is the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4? What does it compare to? The 2022 VW ID.4 is a fully electric crossover with space for up to five and a range of up to 260 miles. It’s positioned against mainstream compact crossovers like the Toyota RAV4, Subaru Forester, and Honda CR-V, as well as

The BMW i4 M50 is the first all-electric vehicle produced by the M division but is it actually worthy of sporting an M badge? To see what the car is made of, AutoTopNL jumped behind the wheel of an i4 M50 finished in a bright shade of matte blue and outfitted with a carbon fiber

The third-generation Renault Clio RS 200 was always a car that intrigued me but I must admit, it was never a car I truly lusted after. However, after daily driving one for the past nine months, I’m disappointed I didn’t bite the bullet and buy one sooner. Renault Sport has long led the way in

What kind of vehicle is the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross? What does it compare to? The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a small crossover that offers near compact levels of utility for a subcompact starting price. It competes against other value-minded small crossovers such as the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Kona, and Nissan Rogue Sport. Is the

Until the fully electric era comes, plug-in hybrids are the new norm and Jeep was more than happy to join the game which helps in achieving lower emissions targets. The Compass, in its second generation since 2016, was the first to introduce a 4Xe variant in 2020 together with the smaller Renegade. The 4Xe badge

The 2022 Subaru WRX was one of 2021’s most eagerly awaited releases and reviews have been showing it has promise. But is it good enough to overcome its questionable looks and lackluster performance on paper? And is it different enough from the previous generation? According to Throttle House, the answer is yes. The new car

What kind of vehicle is the 2022 Genesis G90? What does it compare to? The 2022 Genesis G90 is the flagship full-size sedan for the fledgling luxury brand, designed to compete with the biggest and most luxurious sedans out there like the Lexus LS, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7-Series, and Audi A8.  Is the 2022 Genesis

What kind of car is the 2022 Tesla Model 3? What does it compare to? The 2022 Tesla Model 3 is an electric compact sedan that offers a stirring combination of performance and efficiency. It also possesses a sparsely decorated interior devoid of nearly all buttons and gauges in favor of a single, large touchscreen.

What kind of vehicle is the 2022 Porsche Panamera? What does it compare to? The Panamera hatchback—yes, it’s not a sedan—is unlike any other vehicle of its kind, thanks to scalding performance and all-around four- or five-seat utility. Its competitors include the Lucid Air, Tesla Model S, and BMW 8-Series Gran Coupe. Is the 2022