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

2021 Buick Enclave Review

December 30, 2020

Narrow niche, but it serves a purpose. The 2021 Buick Enclave isn’t quite mainstream, but it’s not quite luxury either. With a handful of premium…
2021 Lexus LX Review

December 30, 2020

Big, bold, and not overly useful. The 2021 Lexus LX is a dinosaur in automotive terms, as it debuted way back in 2008, making it…
2021 Lexus IS Review

December 30, 2020

Luxury for the value-conscious buyer. The current-generation Lexus IS has been around since 2013. And though it's had a refresh and a few powertrain updates…
2021 Ford F-150 Review

December 30, 2020

The best-selling pickup truck goes green. The Ford F-150 has spent 43 years as the best-selling pickup in the U.S., despite some questionable design decisions…
2021 Volkswagen Jetta Review

December 24, 2020

Compact with some compromise. Compact sedans are all about balancing value, design, and features, leading to some compromise. The 2021 Volkswagen Jetta is no exception…
2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

December 24, 2020

A niche model in a not-so-niche class. Crossovers are the new family vehicle, and it's been that way for many years. So, to call any…
2021 Honda Accord Review

December 24, 2020

Still a beauty, but loses a unique powertrain. The 2021 Honda Accord looks incredible inside and out, but it competes in a class chock-full of…
2021 Lexus NX Review

December 16, 2020

An exercise in compromise. While never a hot seller in its class, the 2021 Lexus NX has plenty to offer buyers who are willing to…
2021 BMW X7 Review

December 15, 2020

Big, luxurious, and expensive. The BMW X7 arrived in 2019 and made a statement. The automaker had arrived in the big, cushy, luxury SUV space…
2021 Jeep Renegade Review

December 15, 2020

Quirky crossover with off-road capability. When the Jeep Renegade debuted in 2015, it arrived to some resistance from brand traditionalists due to its funky looks…