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Driven Car Reviews

The New York Times automotive contributor Tom Voelk looks at all things automotive. Driven is the first podcast to ever win an Emmy Award. That and nearly unanimous 5 star reviews are a good sign this is worth your time. Subscribe today!

Jan 26, 2018

Jeep brought the Cherokee nameplate back in 2014 along with a controversial face. The 2019 Cherokee now wears a family grille that's closer to the ones on Grand Cherokee and Compass. Tom Voelk travels to Southern California to drive the 2019 Trailhawk and Limited models with Jeep’s powerful new engine, a...


Jan 23, 2018

Something a little different this week since I plan on uploading a 2019 Jeep Cherokee video in a few days. Nissan first showed the all-electric IMx Concept crossover at the 2017 Tokyo Auto Show. It was brought to the U.S. for the first time for the 2018 CES. The IMx previews some of the design and technology Nissan...


Jan 16, 2018

The Korean brand that brought us dancing hamsters is now offering something more serious- a driver’s car with a German accent. Is it the real deal or just marketing hype? Tom Voelk drives the twin-turbo V6 AWD GT 2 version to find out.


Jan 9, 2018

American’s aren’t the only ones that love SUVs and crossovers, but we like to live larger than most countries. The second generation Chevy Traverse is happy to fill that desire for bigness. Tom Voelk checks out a mid level LT model with front drive, because not everyone needs all-wheel drive.


Jan 2, 2018

The Honda Civic Type R has rocked the roads of Japan and Europe for over two decades. Now, U.S. enthusiasts finally get a taste of what they’ve been missing. Tom Voelk drives this front-wheel drive pocket rocket (and it's not so subtle styling) to see if it lives up to the hype.