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The MOTOR TREND article evaluates a range of SUV models from different automakers, focusing on their design, performance, technology, and overall value. Models like the Kia EV9, with its electric powertrain and impressive features, are discussed in detail. The Lincoln Nautilus ultimately wins the SUV of the Year award for its luxurious interior, advanced engineering, and exceptional performance, despite some minor drawbacks. The article provides valuable insights for those researching SUV options, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each model. [Extracted from the article]

Patron saint of literary cool Joan Didion--who stalked the steamy, smoggy canyons of Los Angeles in a Daytona Yellow 1969 Corvette Stingray--once said, 'Rationality, reasonableness bewilder me.' If only Didion [...]

*Few badges inspire loyalty and lust among Hondaphiles like the one that reads 'Si.' Except perhaps 'Type R.' After nearly two decades of watching European hot-hatch fanatics feast upon the [...]

2017 RS 3: Little package, big boom Remember that silly little ray gun given to Will Smith's character in Men in Black? Its name--Noisy Cricket--belied its apocalyptic power. The Audi [...]

TESTING THE EVERYDAY SUPERCAR EVERY DAY Every current 911 engine now conies equipped with a pair of turbos, but only one variant of M this Germanic icon is simply known [...]

* For nearly 50 years, Motor Trend has pitted America's best sports car against Germany's, but never has the competition been this fierce. In fact, the last time we did [...]

Your friends call you up and say, 'We've got an extra couple of spots on the Wine Wagon vineyard tour in Temecula next weekend. Want to drive down from L.A. [...]

OUR MISSION: Wring out these two rally-bred machines at the dragstrip, on the handling course, and at the racetrack, and pick a winner--a dream assignment if these two cars weren't […]

IT'S WRONG. All wrong Everything I've been conditioned to do as Motor Trend's driver of record--techniques I've spent years learning, practicing, and relegating to muscle memory: wrong, wrong, wrong. Forget […]

Motor Trend tests more cars and trucks than anyone, and here's the results. Want more? Visit America's most comprehensive source of car data and buying advice, including cost of ownership, […]

Motor Trend tests more cars and trucks than anyone, and here's the results. Want even more? Visit America's most comprehensive source of car data and buying advice, including cost of […]

Time flies: It's been two years since we drove an early S7R, the racing version of Saleen's upcoming, mid-engine supercar and the company's most ambitious project to date. The mission […]

We are in a secure, pitch-black San Francisco parking garage, barely able to see the four prototype examples of the next-generation Porsche 911 Carrera. Of the 300 Pre-Series 2 (PS2) [...]

* How did the car with the best damping, best steering, best brakes, and just plain ol' best performances across the board not win this test of performance? Brand bias [...]

Just when you thought Dodge couldn't possibly one-up itself, the 2018 Challenger SRT Demon nudges the Hellcat's previous 707-hp red-key rating by 101 more horses--on pump gas, at that. A [...]

I've heard from a number of readers over the past 12 months. Hi, and thanks! There seems to be a friendly community with its arms around the Camaro. You don't [...]

A Ridiculous Comparison? Don't Bet on It. Motor Trend receives press releases every year from manufacturers claiming outrageous 'potential' performance of their show cars--many of which don't even run under [...]

Any operator looking to buy a used vehicle with asset finance should be working now to secure credit lines--no matter when they want to buy. Last year it emerged that [...]

The article evaluates the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC300, 2017 BMW M2, and the 2017 Mazda CX-5 and outlines the features of these automobiles.

> Automakers invited to an Of the Year party are welcome to field as many variants as they're willing to send--within reason. Mercedes-Benz wanted to represent its new GLE model [...]

As you might already know, our plan with the 2015 Audi A3 is to sample three versions. Next up is the $33,495 A3 TDI Premium. This Florett Silver ($550) A3 [...]

On the eve of the Golf's fifth-generation debut (due in 2005), Volkswagen has brought to our market the highest-performance Golf ever. Some might say that VW is late with the […]

As luck would have it, when several lightly camouflaged Porsche Cayenne sport/utilities went on testing maneuvers in Southern California, Motor Trends intrepid photog John Kiewicz stumbled upon them. No doubt, [...]

The article focuses on the 2015 Best Driver's Car (BDC) competition at the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca Racetrack, Salinas, California. Topics include crack testing of the contending cars, the competition, and selecting the 2015 Motor Trend Best Driver's Car. Description of the contending cars' price levels and technological specifications, measurement of the drivers' emotional states, and performance of the contending cars are discussed.

Bridging the gap between magazine, television, and the Internet, Motor Trend Video Online packages exclusive automotive content in a fun, easily accessible way. Each month, the Motor Trend staff will […]

The article features the Volkswagen Eos vehicle model developed by Volkswagen AG in the U.S. This model has been the Volkswagen's first four-seater car with a folding hardtop containing a sliding glass moonroof. Its glass sunroof with its separate shade has spanned the entire width of the roof and slides back to reveal a generous opening. The structure has been built to withstand a worst-case open-air rollover with an exceptionally strong A-pillar and pop-up rollbars behind the fixed rear headset.

This article presents information on the Chevrolet Corvette 206 automobile. The Corvette 206 is based on the Le Mans C6R racer. The 206 automobile has a claimed top speed of 319 kilometer per hour. Fewer than 10,000 206 automobiles will be produced in 2006, a large part will be sent to Europe. The automobile costs $65, 800.

Describes the performance, design and construction of the 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX, manufactured by Mitsubishi Motors Corp. Structural design and dimensions; Suspension development; Powertrain operation; Safety features/appliances; Engine performance and engine type. INSET: Evolution X..

Presents several new released automobile models from various companies in the U.S. Description on the interior design of the Mini Cooper S vehicle distributed by Bayerische Motoren Werke AG; Type of the engine used for Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliant; Price of the Toyota Scion tC vehicle.

Features several models of sport utility vehicles. BMW X5 4.41; Infiniti FX45; Porsche Cayenne S; Cadillac SRX V8 AWD.

Features the automobiles, Acura RSX Type-S, Mitsubishi Eclipse GT and Toyota Celica GT-S. Availability of the Eclipse as a convertible; Innovations in the RSX engine; Quality of the Toyota Celica brakes.

The article presents review of 2017 Honda Civic Si Sedan.

The article presents review of 2018 Audi A5 Coupe 2.0T and 2018 Audi S5 Sportback 3.0T.

The article presents review of 2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i (Premium) and 2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i (Limited).

Provides information on a test drive which offers a comparison between the 2005 Ferrari F430 F1 and the Ford GT. Acceleration performance of the two models; Speed of the models; Graph depicting the acceleration in terms of miles per hour.

Compares the performance and design/construction of the 2005 Evo MR Edition and 2005 Subaru WRX STi, manufactured by Mitsubishi Motors Corp. and Subaru respectively. Structural design and dimensions; Suspension development; Powertrain operation; Safety features/appliances.

Features the 2005 Lotus Elise, an automobile designed and developed by Lotus Group PLC. Type of engine; Transmission system; Suspension; Fuel efficiency.

Features several Motor Trend products for the automobile industry in the United States. Features of the Motor Trend television programming; Number of the spanish version of Motor trend publication; Celebrity interviews on radios.

Focuses on the 2002 Truck of the Year competition in the United States. Conduction of road tests; Criteria for judging; Participants of the event.

Reports developments on the automobile industry in the United States as of December 2001. Schedule of automobile shows; Features of the Motor Trend Video Online program; Services offered at trucktrend.com.

Features the Porsche Cayenne sport utility vehicle in Southern California. Engine specifications; Air suspension; Brake system.

The article evaluates the sports car Lotus Exige, manufactured by Toyota Motor Corp. The author has offered information on its performance, engineering, structural design, interior amenities, powertrain, drivetrain layout, suspension, and its base price.

Presents several consumer preferences and views on different 12-cylinder GT automobiles. Bentley Continental GT; Aston Martin DB9; Excellent features of the automobiles.

Describes the performance and design/construction of the 2005 DaimlerChrysler Gem e4, manufactured by DaimlerChrysler AG. Structural design and dimensions; Suspension development; Powertrain operation; Safety features/appliances.

Features notable sports cars. Significance of the Mazda MX-5 Miata; Performance of the BMW Z3; Innovations to the Toyota MR2 Spyder.