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Review: 2021 Lexus IS 300 AWD – Sharper Looks, Still A Good Value

Review: 2021 Lexus IS 300 AWD – Sharper Looks, Still A Good Value

Recently, we were lent the brand-new 2021 Lexus IS 300 AWD for a couple of days. When we took delivery, we immediately noticed some nice upgrades over the previous, 2020 Lexus lineup. We wouldn’t say these are significant upgrades, but rather the slow-and-steady, gradually-over-time type, which has proven to be a successful strategy for the Japanese luxury brand.

By Peter Nelson | October 16, 2020
Driven: 2022 Mini Cooper Hardtop

Why not treat those who very much want to live the three-pedal life? Still, the base 2022 Mini Cooper is a great all-around subcompact, and any enthusiast would get a kick out of putting it through its paces on a winding mountain road.

By Peter Nelson | September 13, 2022
Review: 2021 Jaguar F-Type R — Jag’s Wildest Creation Yet?

With 575 Horsepower and a 0-60 time of well below 4 seconds, this latest Jag rips.

By Peter Nelson | December 03, 2020

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Driven: 2019 Hyundai Veloster N — The Perfect FWD All-Rounder For Enthusiasts?

If there’s one quick, simple way to describe driving the 2019 Hyundai Veloster N, it’s that this powerful little hot hatch would be an absolute blast through any N-shaped section of track.

By Peter Nelson | October 29, 2019
Video: POV Drive Of A 2019 Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS Manual

Wear headphones! The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. With headphones or earbuds on, you’ll feel like you’re actually sitting in the driver’s seat.

By Winding Road Staff | October 27, 2019
Video: POV Drive Of An 1969 Alpine Renault A110 1600S

We’re jealous of Tedward for having the opportunity to drive this rare classic. Follow along and enjoy the soundtrack!

By Winding Road Staff | October 19, 2019
Video: POV Drive Of A 2020 Ford Mustang EcoBoost High Performance Package

Wear headphones! The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. With headphones or earbuds on, you’ll feel like you’re actually sitting in the driver’s seat.

By Chris Amos | October 13, 2019
Video: 2019 Honda Civic Type R – POV Sunrise Drive

How does the 2019 Civic Type R drive just on the street, and not the racetrack? Follow along as Tedward gives us a glimpse of the big turbo hatch’s daily-able manners.

By Winding Road Staff | October 05, 2019
POV Video: 2019 Lexus LC 500

Follow along as we drive the gorgeous 2019 Lexus LC 500!

By Chris Amos | September 28, 2019
Video: POV Drive Of A 2020 Toyota GR Supra Premium

Follow along as Tedward goes for a drive in the much-anticipated 2020 Supra!

By Winding Road Staff | September 22, 2019
Video: POV Drive Of A 2019 Honda Civic Type R

Wear headphones! The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. With headphones or earbuds on, you’ll feel like you’re actually sitting in the driver’s seat.

By Chris Amos | September 14, 2019
Video: Speed Academy’s Plymouth Prowler (Dream Car) Track Review

This week, we thought it would be fun to switch it up a tad and share something a bit different: Speed Academy’s Dave Pratte reviewing a 1999 Plymouth Prowler on track at Toronto Motorsports Park.

By Peter Nelson | September 10, 2019
Video: POV Drive Of A 2020 Ford Explorer ST

Wear headphones! The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. With headphones or earbuds on, you’ll feel like you’re actually sitting in the driver’s seat.

By Winding Road Staff | September 08, 2019
Video: EP3 Honda Civic Si: Why the Suspension Sucks and How to Fix It!

We really dig this video by MotoIQ on fixing the under-appreciated EP3 Honda Civic Si’s suspension.

By Peter Nelson | August 22, 2019
Video: POV Track Drive Of A Mazda 3 Hatchback AWD

Follow along as Tedward takes a brand-new Mazda 3 Hatchback AWD auto out on Road America.

By Winding Road Staff | August 15, 2019
Celebrating 20 years Of The Porsche 911 GT3

The unveiling of the first Porsche 911 GT3 in March 1999 at the Geneva Motor Show signaled the start of a new era for discerning sports car drivers.

By Guest Contributor | August 15, 2019
Fuel-Less Fun Forges New Feud: Porsche Taycan Vs. Tesla Model 3 Performance

The new Porsche Taycan versus the Tesla Model 3 Performance: which can launch the most?

By Peter Nelson | August 13, 2019
POV Track Drive: 2019 Hyundai Veloster N

We upload new videos every week that give quick insight into what our weekly test cars look, feel, and sound like when they’re being driven joyfully.

By Winding Road Staff | August 10, 2019
POV Track Drive: 2019 Dodge Challenger Hellcat Redeye

Wear headphones! The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. With headphones or earbuds on, you’ll feel like you’re actually sitting in the driver’s seat.

By Winding Road Staff | August 03, 2019
POV Video: 2019 Toyota Corolla XSE Hatchback (6-Speed Manual)

Wear headphones! The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. With headphones or earbuds on, you’ll feel like you’re actually sitting in the driver’s seat.

By Winding Road Staff | July 27, 2019
POV Video: 2020 Kia Telluride SX AWD

MSRP: $43,490

MPG: 19 city / 24 highway

Horsepower: 291 hp @ 6,000 rpm

Towing capacity: 5,000 lbs

By Chris Amos | July 22, 2019
The 2020 C8 Corvette Is (Pretty Much) Everything We Hoped It Would Be

The 2020 C8 Chevrolet Corvette. The buzz surrounding the new generation is perhaps the most significant in the US auto market for at least the past decade, and it all appears to be well-founded.

By Peter Nelson | July 19, 2019
Video: 2019 Hyundai Elantra GT N Line (6-Speed Manual)

Wear headphones! The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. With headphones or earbuds on, you’ll feel like you’re actually sitting in the driver’s seat.

By Winding Road Staff | July 13, 2019
Video: 2019 Volvo V60 T6 AWD Momentum

Wear headphones! The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. With headphones or earbuds on, you’ll feel like you’re actually sitting in the driver’s seat. We upload new videos every week that give quick insight into what our weekly test cars look, feel, and sound like when they’re being driven joyfully. If you haven’t already, subscribe!

By Winding Road Staff | July 08, 2019

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