First Impressions
As soon as the test cars arrive, we can't wait to get behind the wheel and give viewers a first impression of the latest vehicles to hit the MotorWeek lot.
Most Recent First Impressions
2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Episode 4116
With the arrival of the new Taos, Volkswagen has given the Tiguan an upscale makeover for 2022 with the aim of creating a clear distinction between them, as they are both technically in the same compact SUV class. The Tiguan is, indeed, bigger than the Taos and its 186-inches of overall length still…
2022 Infiniti QX60 Episode 4113
Our road test with the all-new Nissan Pathfinder airs in just a few weeks so it was only a matter of time before we got behind the wheel of its luxury counterpart, the 2022 Infiniti QX60! We recently had our first drive in this upscale 3-row utility out in California’s wine country, Napa…
2022 Porsche Macan Episode 4116
The revised 2022 Porsche Macan is finally here and it has a new look and more power! We recently got behind the wheel of this Python Green machine---and drove around beautiful Palos Verdes, California. It felt powerful, smooth and sporty, which is what we’ve come to love and expect from Porsche. No…
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Episode 4051
Toyota long ago brought hybrids into prime time; and in more recent times, the word Prime refers to the plug-in versions of their hybrid vehicles. The latest to hit the streets is this 2021 RAV4 Prime. Starting with the RAV’s well-proven hybrid system, the 2.5-liter I4 gets a slight retune, before…
2021 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 Episode 4051
Time to check out some fresh automotive hardware with a Quick Spin. When it comes to luxury-minded 2-door performance coupes, the Infiniti Q60 is one that tends to get overlooked by many. A recent Quick Spin in this 2021 Q60 Red Sport 400 has us wondering why. The Q60 is of course based on the Q50…
2023 Nissan Z Episode 4104
It has gone by many letter and number combinations over the years, but everyone knows it as Nissan’s Z car. Thus, with the launch the 7th generation of this iconic sports car, it’s now just Z, the 2023 Nissan Z. We’ve been seeing prototypes and show cars for years now, but the new Z is finally here,…
2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 43 Episode 4050
Since Mercedes-AMG became an anointed offshoot of Mercedes-Benz, they’ve been busy producing some incredible performance cars. Now, their unique offerings are also getting more attainable. That’s what this 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 43 4-Door Coupe Quick Spin is all about. So, for around $90,000… now…
2022 Toyota GR 86 Episode 4105
It didn’t always look good for the Toyota 86 sports coupe, but it has returned for 2022, now wearing the Gazoo Racing or GR badge just like Toyota’s other cross-brand collaborated coupe, the Supra. This new GR 86 is still a joint project with Subaru, where it’s known as the BRZ. That being said,…
2022 Jeep Wagoneer & Grand Wagoneer Episode 4103
Domestic brands dominate the full-size SUV market every year and this year Jeep enters the segment with some worthy competition; their all-new 2022 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer. But you won’t find any Jeep badging on either of these SUVs because Wagoneer is now a premium sub-brand of Jeep. With seating…
2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Episode 4105
The Hyundai Santa Cruz travels through unchartered territory within the SUV, truck and crossover segments. There’s nothing like this for sale right now in the United States. It’s being dubbed a “Sport Adventure Vehicle.” We recently got behind the wheel and drove around beautiful Palo Alto and even…