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2021 Buick Envision Episode 4034
In 2017, Buick asked us to envision a new type of Buick. One that was not only built overseas, but designed to compete in the global compact luxury utility segment. And now that Buick is exclusively an SUV brand here, there’s more riding on it than ever. So let’s take a look at the redesigned Buick Envision. The 2021 Envision is a critical vehicle as Buick’s entry into…
2022 Acura MDX Episode 4033, Episode 4045
Quick, what is the best-selling luxury 3-row utility vehicle of all time? Time’s up. It’s the Acura MDX, with over a million on the road since it arrived for 2001. So let's find out what makes the MDX so popular, and what Acura has done to make it ever more so for 2022. These days, SUVs have a lot on their well-sculpted shoulders; especially in the luxury ranks, where…
2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat Episode 4033
They seem to ask a lot of “what ifs?” over at Dodge. What if we build a 700-horsepower muscle car? What if we take its engine and make the fastest production sedan ever? What if we put that engine in a Jeep? And finally, why haven’t we stuffed that engine in our own Dodge Durango already? Well, for the answer to that one hold on tight. Dodge is not afraid of making…
2021 Karma GS-6 Episode 4032
All-new carmakers face a steep uphill battle. And trying to establish a new luxury brand is even harder. But, with the automotive landscape currently transitioning from fossil fuels to electric, there’s never been a better time to give it a shot. So let us introduce you to Karma Automotive, and their striking GS-6. While this 2021 GS-6 may be the first time you’ve heard…
2021 Cadillac Escalade Episode 4032, Episode 4044
When it comes to extravagance and simply flaunting it, the Cadillac Escalade is hard to beat. But, this big SUV is a lot more than just a rolling piece of automotive excess. It’s a lot of truck, with a lot of capability; and yes, a lot of bling. There’s Premium, there’s Luxury, and then there’s Premium Luxury; which happens to be how Cadillac describes this 2021 Escalade,…
2021 Ford F-150 Episode 4031, Episode 4043
As you can imagine, as the best selling vehicle in America year after year, we’ve tested an awful lot of Ford F-150 pickups over four-decades of MotorWeek. And if there’s a common thread, it’s innovation. Now, if like us, you’re wondering, “What will they think of next?” Well, let’s find out, with a test of the new 14th generation Ford F-150. American’s sure love…
2021 Nissan Rogue Episode 4031
The Nissan Rogue may not enjoy the lofty sales numbers of segment icons Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V, but it is fully competitive with them when it comes to price, features, or performance. So let’s see if an all-new 3rd generation Rogue has what it takes to narrow the gap. While crossovers come in every shape and size these days, it’s really the compact segment, with the…
2021 Audi S4 Episode 4030
One car design that’s always been a favorite around the MotorWeek office is Audi’s compact A4 sedan lineup. They’re sweet to drive and easy to live with. So, a mid cycle refresh of the A4 gives us a great excuse to revisit a favorite. And, what better way to experience the newness of the 4 than in the high-performance S version. So, buckle up for sport sedan streaming,…
2021 Mercedes-Benz E450 Episode 4029, Episode 4042
With Mercedes-Benz upping their entry-level appeal exponentially over the last few years, you might think there’s no reason left to step up to the middle weight E-class. Well, Mercedes was afraid you might be thinking that; so they’ve upgraded the E for ‘21 to make it’s loftier appeal ever more so. Back in the day, to get the full Mercedes-Benz experience you had to go for…
2021 Toyota Venza Episode 4029
Many of you may not remember it, but the Toyota Venza arrived for 2009, as sort of a replacement for the Camry wagon, while also trying to cash in on the emerging SUV trend. Well, not building a big fan base from either camp, it disappeared from the lineup in 2015. Well, the Venza is back, and with a more defined mission. For 2021, the Venza returns to the Toyota lineup;…