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Front view of the 2025 Land Rover Defender 110 OCTA on a leafy trail

The Land Rover Defender OCTA made me feel like an ’80s action hero

Is the Land Rover 110 OCTA, with its fridge, styling, and fuel economy, worth buying?
A pair of Ferrari 849 Testarossas being unveiled

We took a close up at the upcoming Ferrari 849 Testarossa

We take a close up look at the Ferrari 849 Testarossa during its US unveiling
Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost "gamer" exterior

This custom Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost is loaded with 8-bit nostalgia

A one-off Rolls Royce Black Badge Ghost pays tribute to games like Space Invaders
Renaud Fillioux de Gironde standing amongst barrels

Meet the master blender behind Hennessy’s rare Zodiac Collection

We talk to Hennessey Master Blender Renaud Fillioux de Gironde about the ten-year training process, and limited edition cognac.
The SEMA Show main entrance sign

What SEMA 2025 says about the future of cars and car lovers

Discover the key highlights from SEMA Show 2025 — from hydrogen tech and 3D printing to the rise of SEMA Fest. Here’s what the event says about the future of cars.
Infiniti QX80 Sport front view

My week with the Infiniti QX80 Sport: Luxury, practicality, and a dash of sport

Let's take a look at the QX80's Sport Trim's new features and find out if it's worth the money
A SEMA show entrance arch

2025 SEMA show day 3: The calm before the storm

We take a look at some wraps, drifting, and a collaboration with Matchbox
Aerial view of SEMA's HorsePower Rodeo with a large plume of black smoke and a car's tires visibly burning

SEMA Show Day 2: What’s that massive plume of smoke?

We see what's happening on the second day of the 2025 SEMA show
SEMA 2025 entrance sign on the LVCC

SEMA Day 1: See a ride fit for John Wick’s nemesis

Some of the best things we've seen from day 1 of the 2025 SEMA show
Front 3/4 view of a 2026 Cadillac Lyriq

I drove the Cadillac Lyriq—here’s why it feels like true luxury

The Cadillac Lyriq delivers real luxury with premium materials, smart tech, and Super Cruise—all starting around $60K.
Front 3/4 view of a a 2025 BMW M5

What a 500-mile drive revealed about the 2025 BMW M5’s strengths and flaws

We took the 2025 BMW M5 on a 250-mile trip to The Bridge IX, a prestigious car show on Long Island. Here’s how the sporty sedan performed on the road, from comfort to handling.
BMW M340i side view parked in front of a dilapidated ice cream shop

The BMW M340i proves fun, fast sedans still matter in 2025

Skip the SUV—here’s why the 2025 BMW M340i is a thrilling, practical, and surprisingly affordable way into German luxury performance.
A Maserati GT2 Stradale on track at COTA

Track-tested: Maserati’s GT2 Stradale is road-legal, terrifying, and brilliant

We drove the ultra-rare Maserati GT2 Stradale at Circuit of the Americas to see if it lives up to its track-ready promise. Here's how it handled on one of the world’s best race circuits.
Pivotal's aircraft in flight

Inside The Bridge IX: 5 incredible vehicles from the world’s most exclusive car show

From the iconic McLaren F1 to a self-flying electric aircraft, The Bridge IX 2025 featured some of the rarest and most fascinating vehicles on earth. Here are the five that stood out.
iPhone Air colors

iPhone Air: Apple’s thinnest phone yet could be a sleeper hit for adventurers

Apple's iPhone Air is just 5.6mm thick, but it packs powerful cameras, a titanium frame, and built-in AI tools—making it a surprisingly strong choice for outdoor adventures.
Front 3/4 view of the Jeep Wagoneer S in front of a Robocop mural in downtown Detroit

I drove the Jeep Wagoneer S and it might be the most fun EV this year

The Jeep Wagoneer S brings 600 horsepower to the EV world, blending luxury, fun, and aggression in a way that could redefine Stellantis’ electric future.
Two people conversing in a cafe while wearing AirPods Pro 3

Apple’s new AirPods Pro 3 may be the perfect travel companion — here’s why

Apple’s new AirPods Pro 3 offer real-time language translation, improved ANC, and 8-hour battery life—perfect for travel.
A Michelin Defender tire on a Ford F-250

How Michelin’s new Defender tires perform on everyday American roads

We tested Michelin’s 2025 Defender tire lineup on SUVs and trucks in Miami traffic. Discover how the Defender2, Defender LTX M/S2, and Defender LTX Platinum perform, their features, and the benefits of Michelin’s 80,000-mile guarantee.
The Mini + Deus Ex Machina Collab Vehicles

Mini teams up with lifestyle brand for bold JCW collaboration

Mini has paired up with Deus Ex Machina to launch two special vehicles and a clothing line
The Hennessey Venom F5 LF

The Venom F5 Revolution LF blends four hypercars into one jaw-dropping beast

Despite the limited number of Venom F5s available, Hennessey somehow finds room for another variant
GMSV Le Mans GTR in blue front 3/4 view

Gordon Murray unveils two stunning supercars inspired by Le Mans icons

McLaren F1 designer Professor Gordon Murray has announced two new supercars
Person driving a Mustang Mach E handsfree

I experienced Ford’s BlueCruise 1.5 and its auto lane changes — here’s the real deal

Ford's BlueCruise 1.5 update adds automatic lane changes to its hands-free driving system. I tested it on real roads — here’s how smooth it really is.
2026 Infiniti QX80 Sport

Infiniti QX80 Sport makes a bold entrance — here’s what’s new

Infiniti has announced a new "Sport" trim for its popular QX80
Front 3/4 view of a 2025 Cadillac Escalade

Experience the 2025 Cadillac Escalade: luxury like a private jet on the road

The luxury touches on the 2025 Escalade feel a little closer to a private jet than an SUV
2025 Mini Cooper S Convertible front view

Porsche, BMW, and Mini lead as customer satisfaction surges in J.D. Power study

J.D. Power’s 2025 APEAL Study shows vehicle satisfaction has improved across all categories for the first time in a decade. But tech features like setup and infotainment still lag behind.
Front 3/4 View of a Mustang Mach E in yellow

The Mustang Mach-E might be the most fun EV you can actually buy

The Mustang Mach-E may not be the cheapest EV, or have the best 0-60 time. But its style, Rally features, and infotainment system makes up for that.
Maserati lineup on COTA track

How Maserati’s GranTurismo Trofeo and MC20 compare on the F1 track

You're not going to test a Maserati GranTurismo or an MC20's limits on a public road, so let's see how they do on a track.
Front 3/4 view of a Maserati MCPURA

The MC20 is out, the MCPURA is in — Maserati’s evolution of a supercar

Maserati has announced the replacement for its MC20 Super Sports Car. The MCPURA is the brand's new halo vehicle.
2025 Aston Martin Vantage S

Meet the Aston Martin Vantage S: A 670-hp beast built for speed and control

With some unique styling tweaks, more agility, and a faster 0-60 time the S variant of the vantage is trying to tick all of the boxes.
Front view of a 2025 Range Rover Sport PHEV

The Range Rover Sport PHEV may solve one of the brand’s biggest problems

SUVs with powerful engines use quite a bit of gas, but there is a way to make them more economical.
Front view of a 2027 Ferrari Amalfi

The Ferrari Amalfi is here to replace the Roma—and raise the bar

Ferrari is replacing the Roma with the Amalfi, promising a "blend of modern elegance and high performance"
New AWD 2025 911 lineup featuring two Carreras and a Targa

Say hello to Porsche’s latest Carrera and Targa 911s

The number of AWD 911s has expanded from three to six following the announcement of two new Carreras and a Targa
Carl Friedrik Core Luggage Set

I’ve used the Carl Friedrik Core luggage set on countless trips—why I trust it

Travelers tend to need something light, durable, and stylish. Does Carl Friedrik's Core line tick those boxes?
Front 3/4 View of a Genesis G80

The Genesis G80 shows us why we should save the sedan

SUVs are dominating the market at the moment, but it may be time to take a step back
Ben Collins stood next to a Praga Bohemia

Ben Collins talks us through his record-setting Top Gear Test Track lap

Despite hanging up the white suit in 2010, former Stig Ben Collins shows he still knows the Top Gear test track well.
Slightly tubby journalist driving a Sea-Doo PWC at speed

Forget a side by side — your next fun vehicle should be sea-worthy

Yes, ripping down a trail is good fun. But things feel a lot faster on the water.
Front 3/4 view of a a blue BMW X7 M60i

The 2025 BMW X7 M60i may be the sportiest full-sized SUV on the market

BMW's biggest SUV features three rows, plenty of cargo space, and good towing capability. But that's not what sets it apart.
Ford Ranger Raptor 3/4 view in snowy woods

The Ford Ranger Raptor may actually be the perfect “third car”

There are a few reasons you should consider buying a Ford Ranger Raptor, but practicality is way down the list.
2026 BMW iX Lineup

BMW’s 2026 iX is refreshed and better than ever — what it’s like to drive all 3 versions

We test out all three trims of the 2026 BMW IX
Man with watch and brown strap

Watch straps: What are the rules and when can you break them?

Alternative straps can be an affordable way to bulk out a limited watch collection, but there are rules.
Maserati GranCabrio

Maserati moves production of two key vehicles back to Modena

Maserati moves production of two of its most popular models back to the company's hometown plant
2025 Lincoln Navigator on a mountain road

2025 Lincoln Navigator First Drive: 440 horsepower and strangely relaxing

If you want to stand out in a crowded luxury SUV market, you have to think outside the box. That's what Lincoln seems to be doing with the 2025 Navigator.
Mazda CX-50 Meridian in the woods

Tested: Can you truly camp in comfort with a compact SUV like Mazda’s CX-50?

Can you overland in a small SUV like the Mazda CX-50?
2025 Mini Cooper S Convertible front view

2025 MINI Cooper S Convertible first drive: Top down fun

A standard MINI is good fun, but you can always take things a step further.
Range Rover P400SE Sfront 3/4 View

The 2024 Range Rover Sport p400 SE: ‘Entry level’ yet feature packed

The Land Rover Range Rover P400 SE is technically "entry level," but does that really apply to this SUV?
top view of a yellow Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution

Hennessey announces a new 2,000 horsepower hypercar

Hennessey has announced a 2,031 horsepower variant of its Venom F5 hypercar. The Venom F5 Evolution
Genesis GMR-001 Hypercar unveiling

Genesis Magma Racing unveils new hypercar with Le Mans in its sights

Genesis Magma Racing announces its new Hypercar along with plans for Le Mans 24 in 2026
Rolls-Royce Spectre in front of the Colony Hotel

Is the Rolls-Royce Spectre the perfect car for a Miami evening?

We're exploring Miami in a Rolls-Royce Spectre
Formula E race in Sao Paulo

How are Maserati’s drivers preparing for the Miami E-Prix?

The highly anticipated 2025 Miami Grand Prix is still a few weeks away, but racing fans will be able to get their fix on April 12 when the city hosts an “E-Prix” as part of the Formula E circuit. Maserati, which has been involved in motorsport for a century, is responsible for one of the […]
Front 3/4 view of the Genesis GV80 Prestige in front of a house

The 2025 Genesis GV80: “Prestige” at an attractive price point

With a surprisingly affordable starting price, you may be wondering if the GV80 actually counts as a luxury vehicle