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Driven Car Reviews

New York Times contributor and Emmy Award-winning automotive journalist Tom Voelk looks at all things cars.

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16:52

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Has Something For Everyone...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2022/03/27

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee is available in such a wide variety of trims, powertrains and even sizes, there’s one for almost every want and need. From basic to luxurious, the Grand Cherokee covers all the bases. There’s even an audiophile McIntosh sound system. No wonder Jeep has sold over 7,000,000 of them over the years. Tom Voelk checks out a V6 Overland 4x4 with the Off-Road Package with a tow rating of 6,200 pounds and finds it to be a good choice for families that want to explore the

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13:29

2022 Jaguar F-Type P450 Is The Snarling V8 Sports...

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2022/03/23

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2022 Jaguar F-Type P450 Is The Snarling V8 Sports...

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2022/03/23

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17:41

2022 Cadillac CT5 V Blackwing Is The Brand At Its Best

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2022/03/20

For years, Cadillac V cars were a curiosity. Hotrod performance from the luxury brand was unexpected fun. But the Cadillac CT5 V-Series Blackwing is another best-in-class performer and it’s lofty performance is no longer an anomaly. It begs the question- Is Cadillac a better performance brand than a luxury marque? How does it compare to the CT4 V Blackwing? Does it compete with Audi RS5, BMW M5, Alfa Romeo Giulia Qudrafoglio, and Mercedes AMG C 63 S? Tom Voelk answers those questions and more. He

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20:09

2022 Audi RS e-tron GT Is A Powerful Reason To Switch...

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2022/03/16

Switching from gasoline to electric is an easy decision if you’re shopping the 2022 Audi e-tron GT. And the high-performance RS is an even easier sell, if you have the money. It looks great, has terrific range, excellent fast charging speed and looks, well, like an Audi. It’s based on the same architecture as Porsche’s Taycan and shares some of its goodness. But the e-tron GT has its own appeal and character. It competes with Tesla Model S, Lucid Air and Mercedes EQS. Tom Voelk takes a look at a

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16:28

The Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid Is The Perfect...

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2022/03/13

Pure electric vehicles don’t work for everyone. The Ford Escape plug-in hybrid does. The concept is simple enough, charge the 14.4 kWH battery and it’s fully electric for 37 miles. After that it defaults to a regular hybrid with an EPA rated average of 40 MPG. And the Escape PHEV is a useful crossover that does the chores well. Fun to drive too. But if you want all-wheel drive with your plug-in…. maybe visit a Toyota dealership for a RAV4 Prime or get Escape’s fancy sister, the Corsair Grand

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07:43

2023 Toyota Sequoia Is Reborn As A Hybrid SUV

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2022/01/30

Because there’s a new Tundra pickup, it only makes sense that Toyota is rolling out an all-new Sequoia. The 2023 model replaces the second-generation that’s as old as its namesake. And it’s a hybrid now! The only powertrain is the i-Force Max twin-turbo V6 with an electric motor sandwiched in between it and the 10-speed transmission. With 3-rows it’ll carry up to eight adults (though word is the 2nd row does not slide fore and after and headroom in the 3rd row is reduced). The back row of the new

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16:00

The 2022 Infiniti QX60 SUV Is Exactly What The Brand...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2022/01/30

No doubt, the 2022 Infiniti QX60 is a big improvement over the outgoing model. A 9-speed transmission replaces the continuously variable unit. The user interface is a big step forward. The design, inside and out is fresh and up to date. Tom Voelk checks out a fully optioned Autograph model and finds that Infiniti’s new approach is successful. Mostly. Looking at you big shiny things in back. And yes, it will haul the whole family.

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05:45

Ford’s 2022 Bronco Raptor Is Real, And REALLY Capable.

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2022/01/30

The wait is finally over! Ford has spilled the details on the new Bronco Raptor that will be available to order in March of 2022. The Bronco Raptor is based on the 4-door model but heavily modified. There’s over 400 horsepower from the twin turbo V6 EcoBoost engine, a 10-speed automatic transmission, standard 37-inch tires and a beefed-up… well, everything is toughened, improved and reinforced. Tom Voelk has all the details on the Ford Bronco Raptor and why you might want one. Especially if you want

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Ford’s 2022 Bronco Raptor Is Real, And REALLY Capable.

Driven Car Reviews ·

2022/01/30

The wait is finally over! Ford has spilled the details on the new Bronco Raptor that will be available to order in March of 2022. The Bronco Raptor is based on the 4-door model but heavily modified. There’s over 400 horsepower from the twin turbo V6 EcoBoost engine, a 10-speed automatic transmission, standard 37-inch tires and a beefed-up… well, everything is toughened, improved and reinforced. Tom Voelk has all the details on the Ford Bronco Raptor and why you might want one. Especially if you want

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16:33

2022 Cadillac CT4 V Blackwing Is Black Art Performance

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2022/01/30

The 2022 Cadillac CT4 V Blackwing is what happens when a wallflower sedan gets infused with superpowers. The twin-turbo V6 belts out 472 horsepower. The Brembo brakes will stop a train. And when it’s not slicing up a track, the Blackwing is a docile grocery getter. All of that and it’s available with one of the best manual 6-speed transmissions on the planet (or choose a 10-speed automatic). Tom Voelk checks out a well-equipped V Blackwing on an empty backroad and finds General Motors doesn’t get

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14:46

2022 Lexus ES 300h F Sport Review. Lots Of Show, Not...

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2022/01/30

The 2022 Lexus ES 300h F Sport sedan is designed to appeal to younger and more diverse buyers. And it’s a handsome hybrid outside and in. Without sacrificing any Lexus polish, it keeps the brand’s promise of comfort and quietness. Gets 44 miles to the gallon too. Just don’t think it’ll pin you against the seat. Automotive specialist Tom Voelk checks out a well-equipped model in a week all-wheel drive would be handy. Or snow tires at the very least.

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21:16

The All-Wheel Drive Volkswagen ID.4 Is Chill In The Snow

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2022/01/30

Volkswagen’s ID.4 electric vehicle is now available with all-wheel drive and it’s amazing how much difference an extra motor can make. It adds much more power and extra traction, perfect for a winter snow storm that hit Seattle on Christmas day. Automotive specialist Tom Voelk takes a Pro S AWD out onto the slick hilly streets of the Emerald City to see if an EV can handle the Pacific Northwest’s nasty mix of ice and snow. And don’t forget the ID.4 isn’t just the most affordable AWD EV, it’s still

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12:43

How Ford Built Maverick So You Can Make It Uniquely...

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2022/01/14

Ford’s new Maverick compact pickup is turning out to be a smash hit. One big reason? Flexibility. The engineers designed the affordable trucklette from the ground up to be easily customized by owners. Want to install an air compressor or LED lighting in the bed. Easy. Need to haul bikes but can’t afford an expensive rack? Ford has easy-to-follow instructions on how to build one on a budget. And it tows up to two tons. With respect to Paul Simon, there must be 50 ways to hack your Maverick. Tom Voelk

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09:41

The New Lexus Interface Is Better In Every Way....

Driven Car Reviews ·

2022/01/10

For years, the user interface that Lexus offered depended on an unloved trackpad without any kind of touchscreen. It was… well, not good. So Toyota Connected Services engineers started from scratch and designed an all-new version in-house from it’s Plano, Texas headquarters . The result is unimaginatively called Lexus Interface, but manages to be a much better experience. A voice activated system much like Siri and Google Assistant, there isn’t really much of a home screen. The much-loathed trackpad

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14:59

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz E450 All-Terrain Is Bold...

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2022/01/07

Many car buyers have shifted to SUVs to haul the family. Looking to stand out from the pack? The Mercedes E450 All-Terrain is the sleekest luxury sport ute money can buy. Okay, it’s a station wagon. But it offers all the utility of an SUV in a package that’s easier to load. And, it runs with a mild hybrid system. Tom Voelk checks out a well-equipped 2021 model and ponders the question- when did station wagons become the radical choice?

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15:33

The Best Cars And Trucks Of 2021. And Tom Turns It Up...

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2022/01/01

2021 was a great year for vehicles (and kind of a lousy one for many of us humans). Automotive specialist Tom Voelk looks at the positive and picks the best cars, trucks and SUVs from what he’s driven over the past year. His choice for Vehicle of the Year can be had for as little as $21,500. So there are some surprises in this list. As a This Is Spinal Tap fan, Tom turns it up to 11. Maybe 12. This year, the unveiling comes from Hawaii’s Big Island. Because, why not?

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11:35

The 2022 Porsche GTS Sport Turismo EV Is Performance...

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2021/12/31

I’ve pushed the Porsche Taycan GTS sedan at Willow Spring International Raceway and learned that fade-free electric performance can be a truly beautiful thing. But how does this track monster behave in the real world? The GTS Sport Turismo gets the same street/track personality and adds a wagon-like rear to make performance driving practical. It’s the best of all worlds, if you have the disposable income for an EV that begins at around $135K. Tom Voelk zooms up it California’s famed Angeles Crest

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10:54

The 2022 Porsche Taycan GTS Is A Track Monster (And A...

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2021/12/27

There are many good reasons for buying an electric vehicle. The most powerful one is desire. People will crave EVs when they make the driving experience better. The Porsche Taycan GTS is that car. It’s the perfect ambassador for performance lovers needing a grocery getter and a track tool without compromise. Comfortable for everyday driving, the GTS is happy to carve up Willow Springs International Raceway. That’s where Tom Voelk drives the sedan version (GTS is also available as the more practical

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16:05

The 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness Will Take You...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2021/12/22

The Forester is the most popular model that Subaru sells. The new Wilderness edition should dial up the demand. It adds rugged trim, a little more ground clearance, a modified transmission and X-Mode, plus StarTex water resistant interior. Your dog will love it. Tom Voelk checks out a model with just one option (an engine skid plate) and finds it to be one of the best Subaru he’s driven. It’s not fast, but it will get you to the better hiking trails.

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