While we remain baffled that the CX-70 and CX-90 are treated as separate models, we find the ’70 to be a surprisingly refined, and ultimately luxurious entry in the midsize crossover segment. Prices rise quickly on higher trim levels, but lower versions of the CX-70 are quite attractively priced. We heartily recommend the newest Mazda to anyone looking for a premium-feeling 2-row crossover. We just wish they had called it CX-90 Sport.

Now, if you know anything about the Chevrolet Nova, there’s a solid change you’ve heard good things. New for 1969, and redesigned for 1975, the Nova served Chevy well as the brand’s modest, affordable, arguably attractive, and ultimately very-popular compact car. Over the years, the Nova was offered as a coupe and sedan, as well as a wildly underappreciated hatchback. The Nova was also present for the muscle-car fun, offered in SS trim and packing a thumping 396-cubic-inch V8.

Every year, the Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) hosts two ride-and-drive events for local media. The flagship one is held in the spring at Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin’s, Road America racetrack, where this year we put three luxury off-roaders through their paces. In the fall is a smaller, lower-key program typically hosted in the Chicago suburbs. Here is the lowdown on the latter.

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The updates for 2025 are in line with industry trends, and don’t add that much to the vehicle’s overall appeal, but that’s OK, the GV80 was already an outstanding option in the Premium Midsize Crossover segment. A perennial Consumer Guide best buy, we find the GV80 to be among the smartest and most-rewarding picks in the class.