Posts by Gabriel Olakunori
Has the Chinese Formula Become the New Standard for Premium SUVs?
Premium SUVs were once largely the domain of legacy automakers. Today, many Chinese automakers, including relatively new ones, are offering much of what people want from a premium SUV for considerably less money. China’s optimization of nearly every stage of vehicle development and production means the automotive industry is no longer competing on heritage and…
Read MoreFrom Hiding to Belonging: Allan Gilmour’s Journey as a Gay Executive at Ford
Image: Forbes In celebration of Pride Month, we throw it back to a time when coming out of the closet could also mean coming out of your job, even in the automotive industry. Those were the days of Allan Gilmour’s first stint at Ford Motor Company. Allan was one of the company’s brightest finance executives…
Read More2026 Toyota RAV4 Changes a Lot Without Losing the Plot
Quick Highlights Gasoline-Only Models Dropped Up to 52 Miles EV Range Practicality First Premium Feel Missing First introduced about three decades ago, the Toyota RAV4 would go on to become one of the best-selling SUVs of all time. Toyota’s winning formula was prioritizing practicality, focusing on getting the basics right while paying little attention to…
Read More2026 Genesis Electrified GV70: Boosted Power with a Calm Driving Character
Roughly two years after the gas-powered GV70 debuted, Genesis followed up with its EV sibling, the Electrified GV70, in 2021. Although both models were redesigned in 2024, the EV feels more polished, quieter, and noticeably quicker. The Electrified GV70 has the running shoes to keep up with many performance-minded compact luxury EVs, but it prefers…
Read More2026 Lexus LX 700h Review: A Tuxedo-Wearing LX 600 with Trail Boots
Before the Lexus LX 700h was announced in 2024, the brand’s flagship SUV, the LX 600, was mostly known for style, comfort, and luxury. But determined to graft an electric motor onto the full-size luxury SUV and gear it up for the off-roading business, Lexus introduced the LX 700h. While it sits on the same…
Read MoreThe 2026 Lincoln Aviator Is Equipped to Compete From Every Angle
The Lincoln Aviator wears an elegant design that’s hardly a surprise, given it’s a Lincoln SUV. It saw a major upgrade in 2025, making it sophisticated at every trim level, and a seriously tempting three-row luxury SUV option. Considering the Aviator’s dimensions, the SUV is one of the largest in its class. And it naturally…
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