Happy Mother’s Day! We won’t bother with a nonsensical Best Cars for Mom list, but we wish that your flowers are in bloom, your brunches are mimosaed, and your loved ones are loved. This week we hunkered down and dug deep on a few of the most popular new cars sold, and looked into why Hyundai and Kia sedans were the most stolen cars of 2023.
Here’s what moved us.
Reviews
The redesigned compact crossover evolves with a hushed ride and improved technology for a TCC Rating of 6.2 out of 10.
With a new front end, a fresh interior, and updated infotainment, the Sonata lifts its midsize sedan standing. The upgrades help it earn a TCC Rating of 6.7 out of 10.
2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
With supreme comfort, a range of gutsy powertrains, and advanced technology, the new E-Class earns a TCC Rating of 7.0 out of 10, before any safety upswing.
Test drive: 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer aims for all-weather value
The 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer appeals with strong value and style but it’s overshadowed by the Trax.
Test drive: 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport takes two steps forward, one back
The five-seat version of the Atlas improves in many categories, except for the infotainment interface.
News
Kia, Hyundai sedans top most stolen car list of 2023
For the first time, the Korean brands’ entry-level cars attracted more thieves than full-size pickup trucks.
Ford recalls 242,000 Maverick pickups for bum taillights
A software recalibration can fix taillights that fail to operate, though the brake lights still work.
Updated 2025 Genesis GV80 costs $59,050, Coupe price unknown
The refreshed luxury SUV sold with two or three rows costs only about $400 more than last year’s model.