2018 Kia Rio Hatchback Automatic Tested: A Surprising Sophisticate

– When you hear someone say “Kia Rio,” certain expectations follow, chief among them a small size and a low price. The newest version of the Rio, redesigned for its fourth generation in the United States, hits those marks with a sub-$ 15,000 starting cost and tidy dimensions. What you may not expect to find […]

2018 Honda Accord 2.0T Automatic Tested: Zen Simplicity with a Side of Sportiness

– After our first exposure to the all-new 2018 Honda Accord, it was clear the inherent goodness that has landed the model on our 10Best Cars list a record 31 times not only remained intact but was elevated. With the latest Accord’s integrity confirmed, we now turn to even deeper exposures—including visits to the test […]

2017 Porsche 911 GTS Cabriolet PDK Automatic Test: Muss that Hair

– The 2017 model year was a big one for the Porsche 911, with the current 991-generation model emerging from its mid-cycle nip/tuck with some light cosmetic touch ups, updated infotainment systems, and, most significant, a new twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter flat-six that’s available in three states of tune—each yielding 20 more horsepower and buckets more torque […]

2018 Hyundai Elantra GT 2.0L Automatic Tested: Not so Euro

– When Hyundai first showed off the latest Elantra hatchback, which gets GT badging, we were excited. Once again joining the four-door sedan in the Elantra family, the hatchback’s European roots and attractive looks hinted at an experience distinct from that of the sedan. Like its predecessor, this Elantra GT is sourced from Hyundai’s European […]

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will get an automatic transmission option

Chevrolet’s ultimate performance Corvette is nearing production, and we just got one of our best looks at its interior. Things haven’t changed much from the standard Corvette to this ZR1 prototype. The overall shape of the dash on this and the infotainment system are the same. It does have a new steering wheel with lots […]