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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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15:22

All-New 2021 Kia Sorento X-Line Might Be The Sweet...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2021/01/15

Many 3-row crossovers are hulking machines that are cumbersome to drive in heavy traffic. The all-new 2021 Kia Sorento is more manageable but still offers extra seating when needed. And let’s face it, many times that extra row is a “just in case” purchase. The new all-wheel drive X-Line model adds an inch of ground clearance and a tougher Ranger Rick look. Will Sorento finally get the love Telluride is seeing? Tom Voelk checks out an Aruba Green example that’s a good value at $43,760.

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17:03

The All-Electric 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Is A Pony...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2021/01/11

Ford has kept Mustang’s formula consistent since 1964. The 2021 Mustang Mach-E is a radical change. All electric. Four doors. Available all-wheel drive. With up to 300 miles of range, Mach-E is fast, fun and functional. Tom Voelk travels to Los Angeles to drive it on a slalom course and the winding hills above Malibu and finds this all new breed something to get charged up about. But should it be wearing the Mustang name?

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15:23

The 2021 Genesis GV80 Is What The Brand Needed All...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2021/01/08

The Genesis brand launched in 2015 but lacked one thing to drive sales- an SUV. In the “good things come to those who wait” department, the GV80 is a reward looking for upscale utility. Built on the same architecture as the G80 sedan, the GV feels like a completely different vehicle and looks to be the game changer Genesis needs. Tom Voelk drives a fully loaded twin turbo V6 all-wheel drive model.

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16:06

2021 Volvo XC90 T8 Recharge Is a Safe Way To Go Electric

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2021/01/04

Volvo is widely known for its safe vehicles. In addition to its first pure EV (the XC40 Recharge) it also gives people unsure of choosing an electric vehicle a way to dip their toe into the EV world. The XC90 T8 Recharge is a plug-in hybrid that runs on battery alone, but switches to gas power once the pack is spent.

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13:21

2021 Mercedes-Benz E 350 4MATIC Sedan Freshens Up And...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/12/31

One reason the Mercedes-Benz E Class is so successful is because it’s available in sedan, coupe, convertible and wagon versions. And each variant is true to the intended mission. For 2021, the E gets some cosmetic freshening and a tech boost starting with the MBUX interface. And it will text you if someone dings it in the parking lot. Tom Voelk takes a look at a modestly optioned E 350 4MATIC. And the turbo 4 is plenty powerful if your ears are okay with the note.

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13:13

The Reimagined 2021 Chevy Trailblazer Is Better Than...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/12/30

The Trailblazer nameplate used to ride on a mid-sized truck based SUV. Chevrolet has brought it back as a compact crossover that rides on the same architecture as Buick’s Encore GX. Blasphemy? Maybe not. Even without truck toughness, this pint-sized sport ute will appeal to buyers wanting a capable machine that can comfortably get them to the trailhead. And it’ll do it with plucky style. Tom Voelk checks out a well-equipped all-wheel drive Activ model.

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13:55

2021 Nissan Rogue SV Simplifies Life (And It’s A Big...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/12/03

It’s been a while since we’ve seen a new Nissan Rogue. The all-new 2021 model was worth the wait. Nissan takes the bang-for-the-buck formula used with the new Versa and Sentra and applies it to the crossover segment that Americans are buying in droves. Lots of standard safety tech with Safety Shield 360 too. No doubt it will remain Nissan’s best-selling vehicle in the U.S. Tom Voelk looks at the kind of Rogue a lot of people will buy, a lower trim SV all-wheel drive model.

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07:10

Full Tour of Ford’s Bronco + Filson Wildland Fire Rig...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/11/30

Bronco is the hottest SUV going these days. Ford and Filson have teamed up on a concept to help manage the fire. Or at least wildfires. The Ford Bronco + Filson Wildland Fire Rig Concept is packed with firefighting gear and classic Filson style. Tom Voelk gives you a close up look at this awesome concept. You can’t get a Bronco right now but Filson is offering some Bronco kit for sale that will help fund reforestation and forest preservation. Ford and Bronco Wild Fund will donate two Broncos

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13:15

2020 Cadillac CT4 Is A Quiet Entry In The Small...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/11/27

Cadillac is practically defined by the big Escalade these days. It also makes some excellent sedans. Remember those? Sedans? The smallest one in the Cadillac lineup is the CT4 which replaces the ATS. It can be had in sport attitude as the CT4 V. Tom Voelk tests a Premium Luxury model with the optional dual volute turbocharged 2.7-liter four cylinder. All sorts of tech is available, including Super Cruise. But can it match the refinement of the European completion? Depends on what you’re after. Tom

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13:04

Should The 2021 Genesis G80 Cost More? It’s That Good.

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/11/23

People want svelte design, advanced tech, premium materials and a quiet cabin from a luxury sedan. The all-new 2021 Genesis G80 has all that and a price tag that beats all comers. A loaded model is only a few thousand dollars more than a base Mercedes E350. Generation three is a charmer and a bold step forward for Hyundai’s premium brand. The established players should pay attention. Tom Voelk drives a rear-drive 2.5-liter 4-cylinder with the top Prestige Package and finds the only things missing

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06:31

2022 GMC Hummer Is A Massive EV With A 350 Mile Range

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/11/20

Here are the details you want to know about the 2022 GMC Hummer EV with loads of video. Not only does the three-motor Edition 1 model get 350 miles of electric range for wilderness patrol, there’s 800-volt charging like Porsche Taycan. 0-60 in 3 seconds flat too! More than just a large SUV with a huge battery, Hummer EV is stuffed with tech. Tom Voelk walks you through it.

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16:02

The 2021 Cadillac Escalade Gets The Luxury And Tech...

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2020/11/19

The original Cadillac Escalade was a reaction to Lincoln’s Navigator and clearly a Chevy Suburban with a new grille and leather seats. Generation five shares almost no body panels or interior components with other GM SUVs. It has a completely different attitude, look and feel. The new independent rear suspension combined with Magnetic Ride Control gives it athletic moves. Seriously. Tom Voelk checks out a well-equipped Premium Luxury model and finds it to be the best Escalade ever. And thirsty.

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13:13

The Chevrolet C8 Corvette Stingray Is The Real Deal...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/10/26

Not a Vette fan? You’ve probably not driven the 2020 C8 Corvette Stingray. After decades of speculation, Chevy’s supercar has finally gone mid-engine with a 6.2-liter V8 behind the seats. And it starts at $60,000. That’s not a typo (but good luck finding one). Tom Voelk checks out a well optioned Z51 model. Spoiler alert, it’s an incredible machine that’s hard to find fault with.

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08:17

The Genesis GV80 SUV Looks Like Strong Competition!...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/10/22

The Genesis brand is finally getting an SUV and it looks like the 2021 GV80 was worth the wait. It will be hitting American roads in the fall of 2020 but if you want a detailed look at it now, Tom Voelk has you covered with a preview. A bonus, he talks to Tony Chen, Genesis Creative Manager and Lead Exterior Designer for the GV80 who describes the inspiration for the vehicle’s design. And there’s a sneak peek at the next Driven preview, the Genesis G80 sedan.

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12:35

Is the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 The Perfect...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/10/19

Porsche brought back it’s much loved flat-6 engine in the 718 but it only came in a package suited strongly for the track. Want that smoothness, punchiness, and throaty engine note with a dollop of comfort and civility? That would be the GTS 4.0. Available in both 718 Boxster and Cayman models, it gives up nothing for the driver that wants a good romp on a country backroad. Tom Voelk tests a well optioned Boxster that retails for $117K. You didn’t think it would be inexpensive did you?

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12:01

A Hot Toyota Camry? The Camry TRD Is Ready For Fun.

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/10/15

TRD stands for Toyota Racing Development. This is not your father’s Camry. The V6-equipped TRD model adds aerodynamic pieces (a wing!) and significant chassis upgrades to become a true driver’s car. Yes, a Camry. Plus, it’s affordable. Automotive specialist Tom Voelk takes a 2020 model out on an empty country road and contemplates the large wing on the back. Plus, Don Kitch Jr!

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12:42

The 2021 GMC Yukon AT4 Steps Up Big. Really Big.

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/10/05

The all new GMC Yukon grows six inches and gains a new independent rear suspension. That means 66% more cargo space and 40% more room in the 3rd row. A choice of two V8s and an inline-6 diesel too. Tom Voelk checks out the all new rugged AT4 model to see if GM has raised the bar high enough to compete (or beat) Ford Expedition. Sorry folks, would have loved to taken it off road but with only one day with the Yukon, the location was closed.

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12:33

The Volvo V60 Cross Country Will Have You Riding High...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/10/01

Maybe the SUV you’re looking for isn’t the same as your neighbor’s. Not all of them are ginormous. Not all of them need a step ladder for entry. The Volvo V60 Cross Country offers SUV utility without the baggage. And if load gear on roof racks, this rig will make your life much easier. Tom Voelk checks out a loaded model with plenty of safety.

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16:29

2020 Cadillac CT5 V-Series Is A Luxury Performance...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/09/28

Is Cadillac offering the best luxury/sport sedan value today? The CT5 V-Series is a joy to toss into a tight turn and costs thousands of dollars less than its German competition. It may not have the raw horsepower of the late great CTS V, but for real world romps on empty country roads, this new model has the finesse needed for a great time. Tom Voelk checks out a well equipped CT5 V in Shadow Metallic and asks the question- does this car need any options at all?

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05:08

The All-New 2021 Kia Sorento Gets The Telluride...

Driven Car Reviews ·

2020/09/25

Kia has completely redesigned the Sorento for 2021 with four distinct powertrains including a plug-in hybrid and a new X-Line model that adds off road capability. Slotting in under big brother Telluride, Kia claims this three row crossover has best-in-class passenger volume. Tom Voelk previews the new Sorento to show you what’s coming.

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