The seventh-generation Volkswagen Golf and its sportier GTI variant represent a compelling blend of European engineering and practical family transportation. While these hatchbacks may not dominate sales charts, their combination of affordability, safety recognition, and surprising family-friendly features makes them worthy contenders in the compact car segment.

Featured Snippet: The 2017 Lexus ES 350 delivers a balanced luxury experience with its plush ride, spacious interior, and standard advanced safety features. While its V6 engine offers smooth power, rivals like the Genesis G80 and Buick LaCrosse provide more engaging dynamics. The ES 350 remains a top choice for comfort-focused buyers.

The Infiniti QX80 remains one of the most luxurious full-size SUVs on the market, offering premium comfort and impressive towing capacity. But how does it fare when it comes to child safety and car seat installation? Our team at MotorVero conducted exhaustive testing to evaluate the QX80's family-friendly credentials, with particular attention to LATCH system accessibility and third-row practicality.

When Dodge decided to inject SRT performance DNA into their three-row family hauler, they created something extraordinary—the Durango SRT. This isn't just another SUV with a sporty badge; it's a legitimate performance machine that happens to seat six comfortably while towing up to 8,600 pounds. Let's examine why this American muscle SUV stands apart from competitors like the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT and Ford Explorer Sport.

Featured Snippet: The Toyota Sienna remains the only minivan offering all-wheel drive, with class-leading cargo space (150 cubic feet max) and improved fuel efficiency. While it trails competitors in refinement and styling, its practicality makes it a strong family choice.

Debuting at the 2015 New York International Auto Show, the second-generation Jaguar XF marked a significant leap forward in the British automaker's sedan lineup. While retaining the brand's signature elegance, the 2016 model introduced subtle yet impactful styling cues borrowed from Jaguar's acclaimed F-Type sports car.

When Smart unveiled the redesigned ForTwo at the 2015 New York International Auto Show, it marked a pivotal moment for the microcar segment. MotorVero's close examination reveals how this third-generation model addresses the shortcomings of its predecessor while maintaining the quirky charm that made the ForTwo iconic.

In the rarefied world of six-figure luxury performance sedans, the 2015 Audi S8 stands apart as a masterclass in subtlety. While competitors like the Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG and BMW Alpina B7 announce their presence with bold styling cues, the S8 maintains Audi's signature restraint - a decision that endears it to executives and enthusiasts who prefer their 190mph capability wrapped in business attire.

General Motors is revolutionizing the heavy-duty truck segment with its next-generation Duramax diesel V-8, engineered to meet stringent emissions standards while delivering superior performance. The LML Duramax represents a significant leap forward, becoming the first GM diesel powerplant certified to run on B20 biodiesel blends - a mixture of 80% ultra-low-sulfur diesel and 20% renewable biodiesel.