Chevrolet’s line-up of battery-electric vehicles is about to get larger with the launch of the new 2024 Equinox EV. The compact crossover has plenty of features that could win over EV skeptics, including a price coming in at under $30,000, reasonable good performance and range of up to 319 miles. Here’s our review.
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First Drive: 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally
The Ford Mustang Mach-E gets some welcome updates this year, including a big boost in performance. But, most notably, it also gets a new trim package and, as its name implies, the new Mach-E Rally edition is ready for those who’d like to do some serious off-road racing. We checked out the new model at Washington State’s challenging Dirtfish Rally Track. Here’s our review.
First Drive: 2024 Genesis Electrified GV70
A third model joins the Genesis all-electric vehicle lineup
Review: 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R – the “Ultimate” Off-Road Beast
Ford has long been the king-of-the-hill in the full-size pickup market, outselling all competitors, domestic and foreign. So, it’s no surprise to see it determined to rule the off-road segment, as well. With the big F-150 getting a major update for 2024 that means a new version of the rugged Raptor R, as well. Ford’s “ultimate” off-roader gets more power, and new features designed to help it overcome the toughest obstacles – whether you’re crawling a boulder-strewn trail or racing down the Baja.
First Drive: 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid — The Most Fuel Efficient Pickup You Can Buy
The 2024 Ford Maverick is the perfect mixture of fuel economy and value
First Drive: 2024 Toyota GR Corolla Premium – The Spiciest Corolla Yet
2024 Toyota Corolla GR Premium shows that the company doesn’t need the help of others to produce budget performance.
First Drive: 2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV
There was a time when the little Miata defined the Mazda brand. Though the roadster remains a much beloved part of the Mazda portfolio, the new CX-70 is much closer to what the automaker is all about these days. New for 2025, it’s the two-row sibling of the Mazda CX-90 that made its debut a year ago. Like that three-row crossover, it’s well equipped and well appointed. And it offers some intriguing powertrain options, including the plug-in hybrid I had the chance to drive during a couple days behind the wheel in Palm Springs earlier this month.
First Drive: 2025 Aston Martin Vantage – Updated In all The Right Places
The 2025 Aston Martin Vantage is the sports car for those who prefer a bit more English put into the serve.
First Drive: 2024 Acura ZDX Type S – GM DNA Helps Create Acura’s Spearhead EV
Acura’s 2024 ZDX is out to prove that Acura can compete in the EV wars. But does its combination of style, performance, and luxury have what it takes to help the ZDX emerge as a top contender in a segment that’s not only expanding but also navigating rough seas in sales.
First Drive: 2024 Chevrolet Traverse – More Tech and Rugged Charm Makes This SUV a Winner
Chevrolet is eager to show the world that it can still compete in the three-row CUV segment with the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse. New styling aims to make it more rugged than before while a completely revamped interior adds more comfort and technology.
First Drive: 2024 Toyota Tacoma Hybrid Is More Then Just a Mileage Play
This is a big year for Toyota, and in a variety of ways. The automaker is rolling out an array of new and heavily updated products, including models such as the Crown Signia crossover, Camry sedan and 4Runner SUV. There’s also the fourth-generation Toyota Tacoma pickup which, among other things, becomes the Japanese automaker’s latest model to offer a hybrid powertrain option. Here’s what we discovered during our first drive.
First Drive: 2025 Toyota Camry – Hybrid Power Takes it to a New Level
Toyota has long promised to electrify its entire line-up and it will be all but there in 2025 as it launches its 19th hybrid model. The completely redesigned Camry shows that the technology can delivery more than just good fuel economy. The ninth-generation sedan is more stylish, better equipped, and a lot more fun to drive. But it continues to offer a wide range of trim packages designed to fit every budget. Headlight.News has this review.