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Kristin Shaw

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Kristin Shaw has worked in the automotive industry as a freelance writer since 2012. Her first review was about a Ferrari F430, which is a great place to start for a lifelong enthusiast. She has tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the past decade, and some of her favorites include the C2 and C8 Corvette, Lamborghini Aventador S, BMW X5 and Toyota GR86. Her dream car is a restomod 1957 Chevy Bel Air in turquoise. She's competing in her first Rebelle Rally, an all-female off-roading competition, in the fall of 2022 in a lifted Hyundai Santa Cruz. Her work has also been seen in The Drive, AutoWise, GearJunkie, U.S. News & World Report, Forbes Wheels, Today, The Washington Post and more.

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Automakers are racing to solid-state batteries; meanwhile, JBL audio figured it out.

By Kristin Shaw

The Toyota Tacoma's In-Dash Speaker Is an Industry First

Car News

The 2025 Chevy Corvette stays mostly the same, except for some new colors, a redesigned spoiler for the Z51 Performance Package and fresh wheels on the Z06.

By Kristin Shaw

2025 Chevy Corvette Updates: New Colors, New Wheels, Same Attitude

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Aston Martin unveiled the 2025 DBX707 with one trim and a significant set of interior upgrades. Read more here.

By Kristin Shaw

2025 Aston Martin DBX707 Gets Major Interior and Tech Refresh

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The 2025 Acura MDX continues to shine in the luxury midsize three-row segment, with key improvements for this model year.

By Kristin Shaw

2025 Acura MDX Brings an Edgier Look and Updated Technology

The 2025 Polestar 4 Will Start at $56,300

Mar 27, 2024 3:50 PM GMT+0000

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Polestar today announced that pricing for the 2025 Polestar 4 will start at $56,300. Read more details here.

By Kristin Shaw

The 2025 Polestar 4 Will Start at $56,300

This Is Why You'd Pick a Diesel in 2024

Mar 24, 2024 3:00 PM GMT+0000

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The EPA says diesel fuel is cleaner than ever, and the low-torque power is great for towing. We break down the pros and cons.

By Kristin Shaw

This Is Why You'd Pick a Diesel in 2024

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Rivian owners can now charge their EVs at Tesla Superchargers, expanding the overall network substantially.

By Kristin Shaw

Rivian Gains Access to Tesla Supercharger Network

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Mercedes-Benz announces pricing for 2024 AMG GT coupe, starting at $136,050. Read more here.

By Kristin Shaw

2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Coupe Prices Start at $136,050

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The new 2025 Ram 1500 is available with a high-output inline six-cylinder engine that maxes out with premium fuel. But you don't need it.

By Kristin Shaw

The 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane HO: Premium Fuel Optional

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The IIHS has a new rating system for partial automation driving systems, and the poor results are surprising. Read more here.

By Kristin Shaw

IIHS Gives Most Advanced Driver Assistance Systems a Failing Grade