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2027 BMW X5 First Drive Review: Can the New Tech, Electrified Powertrains, and Sharper Cabin Keep BMW’s Luxury SUV Ahead of the Mercedes-Benz GLE and Volvo XC90?
The 2027 BMW X5 keeps its winning formula while adding electrification and a sharper cabin to stay ahead of the GLE and XC90.
Alex Torque
2026 Leapmotor B05 First Drive Review: Can This Affordable Chinese EV Sedan Beat the BYD Seal and Tesla Model 3 on Value, Comfort, and Everyday Tech?
The 2026 Leapmotor B05 makes “cheap” EVs feel outdated, with strong value, comfortable rides, and everyday tech that rivals costlier sedans.
Alex Torque
2026 Peugeot E-408 First Drive Review: Can Peugeot’s Sleek Electric Fastback Crossover Beat the Tesla Model 3, BYD Seal, and Volkswagen ID.7 on Style, Comfort, and Real-World Range?
Peugeot’s E-408 turns a stylish fastback crossover into an electric family car—so can it top the Model 3, BYD Seal, and ID.7 in real life?
Alex Torque
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 First Drive Review: Can Hyundai’s New Three-Row Electric SUV Beat the Kia EV9 and Volvo EX90 on Range, Family Space, and Road-Trip Comfort?
Hyundai’s new three-row EV goes head-to-head with the Kia EV9 and Volvo EX90—can the Ioniq 9 win on space, range, and comfort?
Alex Torque
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander First Drive Review: Do the Cabin, Chassis, and Tech Updates Finally Make It a Real Rival to the Mazda CX-5, Honda CR-V Hybrid, and Nissan Rogue?
Mitsubishi targets the complaints that held back the Outlander, with new cabin comfort, sharper chassis feel, and updated tech that could finally rival the best.
Alex Torque
2027 Rivian R2 First Drive Review: Can Rivian’s Smaller Electric SUV Beat the Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Volvo EX30 on Range, Practicality, and Everyday Adventure Appeal?
Rivian’s new compact SUV aims for mainstream success—find out how the R2 stacks up on range, space, and adventure-ready practicality.
Alex Torque
2026 Toyota RAV4 PHEV GR Sport First Drive Review: Can Toyota’s Sharper Plug-In SUV Beat the Mazda CX-70 PHEV and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV on Performance, EV Range, and Everyday Family Use?
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 PHEV GR Sport adds sharper handling and bold styling—can it outpace rivals on EV range and real family drives?
Alex Torque
2026 MG4 EV Urban First Drive Review: Can MG’s Budget Electric Hatch Beat the BYD Dolphin, Volvo EX30, and Mini Cooper Electric on Value, Range, and Everyday Usability?
In this 2026 MG4 EV urban first drive review, we compare value, range, and everyday usability against the BYD Dolphin, Volvo EX30, and Mini Electric.
Alex Torque
2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid First Drive Review: Can Hyundai’s New Three-Row Family SUV Beat the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid and Kia Telluride on Efficiency, Space, and Road-Trip Comfort?
Hyundai aims to end the three-row tradeoff with the 2027 Palisade Hybrid, and our first drive checks efficiency, space, and road-trip comfort.
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UK Moves to Weaken 2026 EV Sales Targets: What a Softer ZEV Mandate Could Mean for 2027 Electric Car Prices, Hybrid Launch Plans, and Ford, Volkswagen, BMW, Kia, and MG Buyers
A softer 2026 ZEV mandate in the UK could shift 2027 EV prices, affect hybrid timelines, and change what buyers from Ford to MG see next.
Sarah Greenfield2027 BMW X5 First Drive Review: Can the New Tech, Electrified Powertrains, and Sharper Cabin Keep BMW’s Luxury SUV Ahead of the Mercedes-Benz GLE and Volvo XC90?
The 2027 BMW X5 keeps its winning formula while adding electrification and a sharper cabin to stay ahead of the GLE and XC90.
Alex Torque2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 First Drive Review: Can Hyundai’s New Three-Row Electric SUV Beat the Kia EV9 and Volvo EX90 on Range, Family Space, and Road-Trip Comfort?
Hyundai’s new three-row EV goes head-to-head with the Kia EV9 and Volvo EX90—can the Ioniq 9 win on space, range, and comfort?
Alex Torque