Justin Cupler

Automotive Editor

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Justin Cupler has specialized as an automotive writer since 2009 and has been published in multiple websites and online magazines. In addition to contributing to CarsDirect, Justin also hosts a web-series car-review show and dabbles in the world of personal-finance writing.

His specialty is in the high-performance realm, but he has a deep love and understanding for all things automotive. Before diving into the world of writing, Justin was an automotive technician and manager for six years and spent the majority of his younger life tinkering with classic muscle cars.

Recent Contributions by Justin

Acura RDX vs. Acura MDX

April 14, 2021

The RDX kicked off the Acura crossover redesign trend in 2019, bringing in a sportier design, nimbler handling, and a stunning interior. Now, just in…
Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX

April 14, 2021

For many years, the Honda Pilot and Acura MDX were fraternal twins, as they rode on the same platform and shared many components. The 2022…
2021 Volkswagen Golf Review

March 31, 2021

Do-it-all hatchback. The 2021 Volkswagen Golf is part of the model’s seventh generation and has no changes compared to the previous model year. But with…
2021 Nissan Titan Review

March 29, 2021

Big safety and power, but limited options. The Nissan Titan entered its second generation in 2016, and it went through a few technical and mechanical…
2021 Ford Expedition Review

March 15, 2021

New, cheaper base trim. The Ford Expedition went through a major overhaul in 2018, bringing in a new look, powertrain, and so much more. This…
2021 Nissan LEAF Review

March 11, 2021

Scaled-down looks are beginning to grow roots. The second-generation Nissan LEAF arrived in 2018 with a far more conventional look than its funky first-gen model.…
2021 Nissan Versa Review

February 26, 2021

Still a beauty – relatively speaking. The Nissan Versa went through a huge redesign in 2020, bringing in a brand-new body and upgraded tech. This…
2021 RAM 1500 Classic Review

February 12, 2021

Oldie, but is it a goodie?: When RAM released the all-new 1500 pickup in 2019, it had one clear gap: There was no single-cab variant.…
2021 Chrysler 300 Review

February 12, 2021

Blast-from-the-past ‘Merican sedan: Nothing says ‘Merica like apple pie, a cheeseburger, and a boxy V8-powered sedan. That’s precisely what the 2021 Chrysler 300 is: A…
2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class Review

February 11, 2021

CLS design and AMG performance: The CLA-Class was once a forgettable entry-level model with boring designs inside and out. In 2020, Mercedes redesigned the CLA-Class,…