JR Chocco, Author at The Torque Report

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Review: The hidden gem

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is comfortable and quiet, with few rivals among small luxury crossovers. For years, Mercedes-Benz GLC crossover buyers have touted their...

2020 GMC Sierra Review: A truck for everyone

The 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 finds new ways to deliver on an automotive concept older than a century: the pickup truck. This year, the...

2021 Toyota Supra First Drive Review: The best of two brands

The 2021 Toyota Supra marks year two of sports-car excellence and gains a less powerful, more intriguing turbo-4 edition.. The Supra came back in...

2020 Ford Ranger Review: Scouting for the top small truck spot

The 2020 Ford Ranger mid-size pickup is a willing companion to weekend adventures, and it would be a shame if the 2020 Ford Ranger...

2020 Lexus LS 500 Review: Easily living up to its name

The 2020 Lexus LS is a throwback cruiser with edgy, space-age looks, though the hybrid version is unbeatable as a road-tripper. The bold styling...

2020 Ford Expedition Review: No one does it better

The 2020 Ford Expedition sets a benchmark for full-size SUVs, with rugged ability and sophisticated sensibilities. The Expedition wears clean and pure styling, doles...

2020 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe Review: Not your typical BMW, but still a BMW

The 2020 2-Series Gran Coupe fills the smallest void in the BMW lineup. But the smallest BMW series gets a much more modern addition...

2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Review: An Athlete in Crossover Clothes

The 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio delivers the full Italian experience in an SUV. It’s charming, engaging, beautiful, and quick. The 2020 Stelvio successfully adapts...

2020 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road Review: Taking the RAV4 off the beaten trail

The 2020 Toyota RAV4 covers more bases this year with smartphone compatibility and tough-looking off-road trims. One of the most popular crossovers on the...