2026 Acura MDX Type S The 2026 Acura MDX Type S SH-AWD stands out in the three-row luxury SUV segment. While others in the class focus on luxury, the Acura MDX has become a practical family vehicle with great performance. I spent a week with the top-tier Type S Advance, and I can tell you: if you need to carry passengers, kids, and cargo, this ride is for you. There are no significant upgrades this year, since the 2026 Acura MDX received a major refresh last year. However, t

2026 Chevy Blazer EV If you had told me five years ago that the most exciting "SS" badged Chevrolet would be a three-ton electric SUV, I would have laughed. The "Super Sport" badge has traditionally signified a V8 rumbling through a Camaro or a high-performance sedan. But after spending a week with the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS, I can confidently say that Chevy's performance spirit has not only endured the shift to electrification but has also been turbocharged. While the B

2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Two years ago, Mazda shook up the big SUV market with the CX-90. It was unique and more enjoyable to drive than many rivals, but it also had some quirks. For 2026, Mazda isn't trying to reinvent the wheel. Instead, the CX-90 Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) improves on small annoyances, adds more premium features as standard, and keeps the fun driving experience. Thank goodness they didn't mess with how it drives. Weighing 5,200 pounds, it is surprisingly nimble fo

Lexus LX 700h I replaced my daily vehicle with the 2026 Lexus LX 700h Luxury Hybrid Premium and spent a week exploring D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, dealing with Beltway traffic, pothole-filled side streets in Prince George's County, and rainy trips on I-495. This large three-row SUV never felt out of place. What surprised me most wasn't the big grille or the fancy interior. It was the calm confidence of the hybrid system. The LX glides over rough roads like a yacht. While me