Video: 2012 Mazda CX-5 Road Test

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First Drive: 2013 Ford Fusion

Story and photos by John LeBlanc

SANTA MONICA, CALIF. — The family sedan segment has become a virtual game of leapfrog. Seemingly, every few weeks, some automaker is debuting an all-new, mid-sized four-door of some sort, quickly followed by a rival launching shortly thereafter. In the past year alone, we’ve seen redesigned versions of mainstream, mid-sized four-doors such as the Chevrolet Malibu, Dodge Avenger, Honda Accord, Toyota Camry and Nissan Altima. This time, it’s Ford’s turn in the family sedan spotlight, launching its redesigned 2013 Fusion. Read more

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Road Test & Video: 2012 Audi Q7 TDI Quattro

Story, photos and video by John LeBlanc

If there are still such institutions as libraries in the year 3012, when readers go looking for books about the history of the luxury sport-utility vehicle genre, the first few chapters will no doubt be filled with such SUV pioneers from the 1960s such as the Jeep Grand Wagoneer and the original Land Rover Range Rover. Read more

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Video: 2013 Buick Verano road test

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Comparo: 2012 Ford Fiesta vs. Kia Rio 5 vs. Toyota Yaris

Story and photos by John LeBlanc

Bottom feeders, tin cans, s—boxes — if you haven’t been in the market for a new small car lately, these are just some of the adjectives you may associate with subcompact cars.

However, automakers are trying to lower their government-mandated corporate average fuel economy ratings, so to soften the blow for buyers downsizing from larger vehicles, small cars aren’t so small anymore. Previously unheard-of small-car options such as leather seating and navigation systems are all the rage in this class. One of these cars tested can even be had with a heated steering wheel.

The question is: Which of this subcompact hatchback trio is the best to drive? Read more

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