Chris Chin
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2023 Subaru WRX: All Grown Up, But Not Quite The Same
Ever since it arrived on U.S. shores in 2001, the Subaru WRX has been proving that serious performance can be affordably accessible. The World Rally Championship-inspired WRX, a 1990s Japanese-market legend that U.S. enthusiasts clamored for and finally got that... -
2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA: Style And Substance Without Too Much Spend
In the 1980s, Mercedes-Benz realized that to appeal to younger buyers, it needed to make its premium vehicles more accessible by offering smaller, more affordable sedans. Its first solutions were the 190E and then the 1990s C-Class, but over the... -
2023 Range Rover: Absolute SUV Perfection
For over a half-century, Land Rover’s flagship sports utility vehicle, the Range Rover, set the global benchmark for the breed. Originally pitched as a more road-going friendly passenger vehicle compared to its early Land Rover Series II (grandfather to today’s... -
2023 Cadillac CT5: The 5 Series That BMW Should Be Making
You're not alone if you were a bit confused by the disappearance of Cadillac’s midsize four-door sedan, the CTS. At the turn of the decade, GM’s top marque rebranded its lineup (again) to attract younger and hipper buyers. With it... -
Best Portable Tire Inflators For 2023
Getty Images Best For Adventurers: ViAir Portable Air Compressor Why We Picked It: Viair’s portable air compressor offers a back-to-basics pump with an analogue gauge and power that comes directly from the vehicle’s battery via clamps. It’s fairly compact, weighing... -
2023 Chevrolet Equinox: Ready For A Revamp
The Chevrolet Equinox is the Golden Bowtie’s five-seater compact crossover SUV, positioned between the subcompact Trax and Trailblazer and the larger Traverse and Blazer. It entered the market in 2005 as Chevy’s entry into one of the hottest and most... -
2023 Kia Forte: Big Value In A Small Package
Since its introduction in 2008, the Kia Forte has served as the automaker’s entrant in the compact mainstream sedan segment. Though it didn’t truly find its stride until 2012’s second-gen model, it then proved itself in a segment dominated by... -
2023 Kia K5: Still One Of The Best Midsize Sedans
Since the Kia K5 introduction in 2020 as a replacement for the hugely successful Kia Optima, the K5 proved an instant hit, taking its predecessor’s winning formula and cranking it up several notches. But more so, the K5 brought to... -
2023 GMC Acadia: Adequate, But Due For An Overhaul
Ever since its introduction in 2006, the GMC Acadia has been a popular choice for families seeking a practical midsize three-row crossover. It delivers a happy compromise for those needing space and comfort without requiring the jump to a brawnier... -
Tested: KingSlim D4 Dash Cam
Chris Chin Having a dash camera provides solid peace of mind by serving as an extra security blanket in the form of a video camera. Recording photographic and video footage may become useful in the event of a collision or... -
Tested: CarCovers Platinum Shield Car Cover
Chris Chin Hunting for a car cover that can truly handle the elements is a challenging endeavor simply from the abundance of covers. After four rough and windy years using a generic cover from PepBoys, the need for a replacement... -
2023 Kia Rio: A Basic Subcompact That Doesn’t Skimp On Features
Thanks to cars like the 2023 Kia Rio, affordable car shopping is still possible. The subcompact stalwart continues to be a prime example of a simple and affordable ride that isn’t too basic or feels too much like a compromise,... -
2023 Volkswagen Atlas: Aging, But Still A Three-Row Champ
Volkswagen introduced the Atlas three-row midsize crossover SUV in 2018 as a replacement for the aging and unpopular Touareg. Unlike that old machine, the Atlas offers three-row seating, and a massive third row at that, making it a hot contender... -
2023 Chevrolet Tahoe: What America Does Best
Since the mid-1990s the Chevrolet Tahoe and its extra-long Suburban sibling have been the kings of full-size SUVs. Known for their truck-based platform, proven mechanicals and unrivaled utilitarianism, the Tahoe was born when Chevrolet replaced the old two-door K5 Blazer... -
New Motors, More Range, New Look For Updated 2024 Polestar 2
A facelift for the 2024 Polestar 2 means a new look to the grille. Instead of the original square design, a smooth “SmartZone," housing sensors and cameras, will grace the front end. Polestar The Volvo-spinoff Polestar 2 all-electric hatchback first... -
2023 Infiniti QX55: A Half-Baked BMW Wannabe
As the 2010s came to a rocky end, Infiniti knew its lineup was in dire need of a refresh. So, Nissan’s premium division got to work, overhauling its range of SUVs. Part of the revamp included discontinuing the cultishly beloved... -
2023 Audi Q7: Aging Gracefully
The Audi Q7 has remained a benchmark in the midsize three-row luxury crossover SUV segment since its 2005 global introduction. The current, second-generation Q7 arrived in 2015, bringing a new take on reserved exterior style and comprehensive tech updates and... -
2023 Volkswagen Taos: A Refreshingly Balanced Premium Entry-Level SUV
It was a sad day when Volkswagen announced the discontinuation of its beloved Golf hatchback in the U.S. after a 46-year run. But as paying customers clearly demonstrated, crossover SUVs are what they want. To answer the call, the Wolfsburg-based... -
2023 Kia Seltos: A Value-Packed Subcompact SUV That Remains Hard To Beat
Entering its third year in the U.S. market, the Kia Seltos is a four-door subcompact crossover and the company’s second-smallest SUV. It remains as relevant now as when it made its North American debut in 2021. Inspired by Kia’s smash-hit... -
2023 Kia Carnival: Making Sliding Doors Cool Again
You’d think minivans like the Kia Carnival would be obsolete by now, particularly considering society’s SUV addiction. However, despite declining sales, the minivan faithful remain enough of a vocal and cash-wielding presence that Kia made the business case to replace... -
2023 Buick Enclave: Mellow In The Middle
Buick’s largest SUV, the Enclave, has served its target audience well for fifteen years now, delivering loads of features, tech, comfort and space in a handsomely styled, thoroughly American package. Thoroughly updated for 2018 with a complete redesign and an... -
2023 Hyundai Sonata: Upscale Style & Tech Continue To Meet Value
It's been three years since the bold-looking, eighth-generation Hyundai Sonata took a bow, putting the world on notice that it was no longer the generic and forgettable mid-size family sedan it used to be. Indeed, the Sonata's sleek makeover was... -
First Look: 2nd-Generation 2024 Chevrolet Trax
The 2024 Chevrolet Trax is aimed at entry-level customers. Starting base price $21,495, and even the top-tier version comes in under $25,000. Chevrolet Many thought the end had come for the Golden Bowtie’s entry-level crossover SUV, the Trax, after the... -
2022 Hyundai Sonata: Upscale Style, Lots Of Tech And A Great Value
For years, the Hyundai Sonata was a forgettable, bland and underwhelming midsize family sedan overshadowed by the competition. Then came 2020 and a slinky, extroverted redesign with bold styling, class-leading technology, competent driving dynamics and, if you opt for the... -
2022 Kia Rio: Basic, But Value Packed
The Kia Rio is a cheap, yet feature-packed and fuel-efficient subcompact bundled up in a choice of two body styles. While it may be aimed toward budget-conscious buyers as the brand’s entry-level offering, don’t let its small footprint and affordable... -
Jaguar Land Rover Adds What3words For ‘Always-On’ Navigation In Vehicles
Three words become an easy-to-navigate address. what3words Entering and finding the physical street address of your intended destination can be a frustrating experience—especially if cellular data signals are nowhere to be found. Then, when arriving, the system often doesn’t bring... -
2023 Land Rover Defender 130: Rovering At Great Length
Like the recent Jeep Grand Cherokee L, the 2023 Land Rover Defender takes a hard-core two-row off-roader and morphs it into a larger three-row, but the Land Rover has lengthy historical roots. Land Rover We already knew it was coming,... -
2022 Honda Accord: Family Sedans Still Don’t Get Much Better
It may be nearing the end of its current generation, but among midsize family sedans, the Honda Accord is still king of the hill. It continues impressing as a driver-oriented machine with poised handling that also happens to house a... -
2022 Toyota Corolla: Practicality Over Performance
The Toyota Corolla is by far the world’s most popular and successful selling compact car. With more than 50 million sold worldwide over twelve generations, the reasons for its ubiquity speak obvious volumes. It’s been the go-to choice for simple,... -
Mercedes Reveals Vision AMG Concept For Future Performance EVs
The Vision AMG Concept is compact and lightweight. It features a shark-nosed front-end and a low-lying, swooping tear-drop roof and shoulder line. Mercedes-AMG Mercedes-Benz’s performance division revealed its all-new Vision AMG Concept Thursday, previewing both a new design direction and...
2023 Range Rover: Absolute SUV Perfection
2023 Cadillac CT5: The 5 Series That BMW Should Be Making
Best Running Boards Of 2023
Best Car Power Inverters For 2023
Best Car Air Purifiers For 2023
Best Gooseneck Trailer Hitches For 2023
Best Portable Tire Inflators For 2023
Best Backup Cameras For 2023
Best Car Subwoofer Amplifiers for 2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox: Ready For A Revamp
2023 Kia Forte: Big Value In A Small Package
2023 Kia K5: Still One Of The Best Midsize Sedans
2023 GMC Acadia: Adequate, But Due For An Overhaul
Tested: KingSlim D4 Dash Cam
Tested: CarCovers Platinum Shield Car Cover
2023 Kia Rio: A Basic Subcompact That Doesn’t Skimp On Features
2023 Volkswagen Atlas: Aging, But Still A Three-Row Champ
2023 Chevrolet Tahoe: What America Does Best
New Motors, More Range, New Look For Updated 2024 Polestar 2
2023 Infiniti QX55: A Half-Baked BMW Wannabe
2023 Audi Q7: Aging Gracefully
Best Portable Car Heaters For 2023
2023 Volkswagen Taos: A Refreshingly Balanced Premium Entry-Level SUV
Best Microfiber Cloths For 2023
Best Car Survival Kits for 2023
2023 Kia Seltos: A Value-Packed Subcompact SUV That Remains Hard To Beat
Best Winter Tires for 2022
2023 Kia Carnival: Making Sliding Doors Cool Again
2023 Buick Enclave: Mellow In The Middle
2023 Hyundai Sonata: Upscale Style & Tech Continue To Meet Value
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