Joshua Thompson

News editor — Joshua deals with numbers for a living, but cars are his lifelong passion. He loves all, from his dream Stingray through to his first car, a Mercury Tracer.

Volkswagen

Volkswagen Polo (2017, Mark VI, sixth generation) photos

by Joshua Thompson

The sixth-gen Volkswagen Polo is bigger, has turbo gas and engines engines, rides on the MQB-A0 platform, and has an evolutionary body.

Cadillac

Cadillac XTS (2017, first generation) photos

by Joshua Thompson

The first generation Cadillac XTS replaced the DTS in 2012, and is based on the FWD/AWD platform of the Chevrolet Impala.

Cadillac

Cadillac XTS (2018 facelift, first generation) photos

by Joshua Thompson

The 2018 Cadillac XTS has a new LED lights, fenders, fascias, a 3.6-liter V6 with and without twin turbochargers, and FWD or AWD.

Lexus

2018 Lexus CT200h: Second facelift has bolder looks, 10.3-inch screen

by Joshua Thompson

The 2018 Lexus CT200h facelift is the model’s second for this generation, and has a more aggressive design at the front and back.

Volkswagen

Volkswagen Polo GTI (2017, Mark VI, sixth generation) photos

by Joshua Thompson

The sixth generation Volkswagen Polo GTI has a larger 2-liter turbo I4 with 147kW (197hp), FWD, and a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG.

BMW

BMW 6-Series Gran Turismo (2018, fourth generation) photos

by Joshua Thompson

The 2018 BMW 6-Series Gran Turismo replaces the 5-Series GT, and is lower, longer, wider and better looking. Still pointless, though.

Honda

2018 Honda Fit facelift: New Sport trim, colors, Honda Sensing safety tech

by Joshua Thompson

The 2018 model year Honda Fit has a mild facelift with a new grille, front and rear bumpers, and taillamp design, as well as upgraded safety technology.

Honda

Honda Accord prototype (2018, 10th generation) “spy” photos

by Joshua Thompson

The 2018 Honda Accord will have a 1.5-liter turbo I4 with CVT and the Civic Type R’s 2-liter turbo with a 10-speed auto. 6-speed manual available too.

McLaren