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Episode 12012-10-15

2013 Cadillac ATS: BMW Beware?

Carlos Lago tests out the hotly anticipated 2013 Cadillac ATS. Ever since its "Art and Science" rebirth, Cadillac has made it clear its gunning for BMW. With the 2013 ATS, they've finally locked in on their primary target - the benchmark BMW 3 Series.

Episode 22012-10-22

2013 Tesla Model S: The Quickest Sedan Built in America

Carlos Lago drives the groundbreaking all-electric 2013 Tesla Model S. We've already conducted our range-verification road trips with the Model S, but now its time to find out just how fast and how fun this Tesla is to drive at the test track.

Episode 32012-10-29

2013 Maserati Granturismo Sport: The Seduction of Italian Luxury

Carlos Lago is seduced by the Italian sound and power of the recently renovated Maserati Granturismo Sport. It's not without faults but as Carlos explains, they are easily justifiable soon after taking the helm.

Episode 42012-11-05

2013 Audi S8: Executive Class Power

Carlos Lago takes Audi's luxury land yacht for a spin through the woods. It's big, brash and fast, and unless you're driving one of the absolute quickest cars on the market, the 2013 Audi S8 luxury sedan will probably show you its taillights.

Episode 52012-11-12

2013 BMW M5 Manual: The Purist's M5?

Carlos Lago revisits the BMW M5 to test out something that was missing from the first test: a manual transmission. Is the 6-speed stick shift better than the standard automatic twin-clutch version?

Episode 62012-11-19

2013 BMW Alpina B7: Luxury Sedan Gone Hotrod?

Carlos Lago runs Alpina's version of the 750i from the track to the road. Is this just another luxury sedan gone hotrod or does it still remain as dignified as its former self with better dynamics?

Episode 72012-11-26

2013 Land Rover Range Rover - Ultimate Go Everywhere Luxury?

Motor Trend's Technical Director Frank Markus ventures to Morocco to test the new 4th generation Range Rover. Has the new Rover gone soft? Or can it handle all that Mother Nature can throw at it?

Episode 82012-12-03

2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Drophead Coupe: Is it a BMW or a Rolls-Royce?

Motor Trend's Testing Director Kim Reynolds determines the validity of the BMW-built Rolls-Royce Phantom II Drophead Coupe.

Episode 92012-12-10

2014 Audi R8: Now with a Proper Gearbox?

Motor Trend Senior Features Editor Jonny Lieberman drives Audi's R8 V10 Plus with its new twin-clutch auto. Will the updated gearbox be enough for this iconic German super car to win over one of its biggest critics?

Episode 102012-12-17

2013 Ford Focus ST: The Hottest Hatch?

Carlos Lago drives the extremely well balanced and powerful Ford Focus ST. It looks the part and checks all the boxes, but does it fit into the class that its aiming for? Carlos takes it to the mountains and the test track to find out.

Episode 112012-12-24

2013 SRT Viper GTS: The Beast is Back!

Carlos Lago finally tests the eagerly anticipated 2013 SRT Viper.

Episode 122013-01-07

2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE: Best Handling Camaro Ever!

Carlos Lago tests the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE.

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