Test Drive15 posts

Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport: a budget alternative to Porsche

Full model name: Atlas Cross Sport V6 SE w/Technology R-Line® Final assembly point: Chattanooga, TN, USA Fuel economy: 16 mpg city / 22 mpg hwy / 19 mpg combined Engine: 3.6L 24-valve DOHC narrow-angle V6 w/FSI® direct fuel injection Power: 276 hp & 266 lb-ft Price as tested: $43,260 The looks When it comes to […]

Dennis Bindarau

12/26/2020

The new Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro: an off-road monster?

The Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro has a slogan. Play harder. I guess after taking it off-road and trying to drive it as fast as I dared on bumpy trails, I get what they mean by it. Some trucks got bigger tires and sometimes you can be disappointed after taking them off-road. On the contrary, the […]

Dennis Bindarau

12/06/2020

VIDEO: Five things you should never do with electric cars

As electric cars gain more and more popularity worldwide, we’ve decided to release a new video dedicated to five things you would never do with your electric vehicle, especially if you’re on the budget. This particular episode was filmed in Illinois, so if you live in another state (i.e. California), your feedback might be different. […]

Dennis Bindarau

05/18/2021

Have you seen our new channel yet?

Check out our brand new channel Beyond Repair that’s dedicated EXCLUSIVELY to automotive and motorcycle coverage, including repairs, tips and tricks, as well as how-tos. We already have videos showing you how to fix your car window, how to install a motorcycle dashcam, how to find out why your car might be vibrating while driving, […]

Dennis Bindarau

12/24/2023

Race car out of the box? Porsche 718 GT4 has an answer for you

The looks. The feels. The sounds. You know it’s a Porsche, and the GT4 badge gives you a quick glimpse into what to expect next… Or does it? Today we’re taking a quick look at the Porsche 718 GT4 and that brilliant (and now almost extinct) 4-liter flat-six engine. Can you get a race car […]

Dennis Bindarau

09/09/2024