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

2022 GMC Terrain Review

September 27, 2021

Rugged looks, but it loses big under the hood. The second-generation GMC Terrain hit showrooms in 2018 with a more rugged look, plus it featured…
2022 Chevrolet Trax Review

September 27, 2021

Aging crossover that remains quite useful. The first-generation Chevy Trax arrived in 2015 and received a significant update in 2017. However, since that facelift, the…
2022 Audi Q8 Review

September 22, 2021

Flagship crossover coupe. In 2019, Audi introduced its all-new flagship crossover, the Q8. This large crossover coupe rolled in boasting big power options, loads of…
2022 Volkswagen Taos Review

September 22, 2021

All-new subcompact crossover. In 2022, the Volkswagen Taos arrives, taking the subcompact crossover space once occupied by the recently enlarged Tiguan. This tiny crossover battles…
2022 Chevrolet Blazer Review

September 10, 2021

No longer a mass pleaser. In the Blazer’s heyday, you couldn’t hit a stoplight without seeing at least one model nearby. Today’s 2022 Chevy Blazer…
2022 Hyundai Veloster Review

September 6, 2021

Hyundai downsizes its quirky hatchback lineup. With plenty of small crossovers satisfying the demand for hatchbacks, Hyundai has shrunk the Veloster lineup down to just…
2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Review

August 30, 2021

Crossover + pickup = crickup? The Honda Ridgeline brought the SUV-pickup mashup back with its return after a short hiatus in 2017. Now, Hyundai is…
2022 Hyundai Sonata Review

August 20, 2021

Stunning family sedan, but the kids may outgrow it. The 2022 Hyundai Sonata has a lot to offer, including a wide range of features, loads…
2022 Subaru Ascent Review

August 20, 2021

Mainstream crossover for a non-mainstream automaker. Subaru entered the three-row crossover space in 2019 with the Ascent. This model nicely blends the brand’s legendary ruggedness…
2022 Audi Q3 Review

August 17, 2021

Jack of all trades; master of none. The 2022 Audi Q3 is straightforward and fails to stand out in a crowd, but that’s long been…