Mark Takahashi
Contributing Editor
With a background in design and open-wheel racing, Mark Takahashi got his foot in the door as an art director on car and motorcycle magazines. He parlayed that into a career as an automotive journalist and has reviewed thousands of vehicles over the past few decades.
Mercedes MB.OS Is the Screen-Heavy Portion of an Ambitious Technology Plan
The screens get an even more central role in future Mercedes models, and a long-term partnership with Google will improve navigation.
2024 Mercedes Benz E-Class Sedan's Interior Looks Comfy, Tech-Heavy
Arriving in the U.S. later this year, the new E-class features massive screens, pulsating lighting, and relaxation functions in its plush and futuristic cabin.
View Photos of the 2023 Genesis G90
Packed with features and rich materials, the luxurious new Genesis G90 aims for ecstasy.
Trim Pickings: 2023 Nissan Rogue vs. 2023 Toyota RAV4
Find out the trim grades of the Rogue and RAV4 that pack the features you want in a compact SUV.
A Spotter's Guide to the Rarest and Most Exotic Hypercars
Be sure to get a smartphone pic, or your friends will never believe what you saw.
Polestar 2 BST Edition 270 Echoes Polestar's Past
With its tweaked chassis, the limited-run model is a racier EV sedan.
View Photos of the 2023 Polestar 2 BST Edition 270
Polestar's limited-run BST Edition is a preview of the brand's performance future.
2023 Honda Civic Type R: A Brush with Greatness
Hot laps with Max Verstappen give a hint of the hottest Honda's potential.
What Are Audi's Designers Thinking?
Audi's Malibu design studio is one of the places where concepts are born—like the upcoming Activesphere, which could help to reframe what an electric SUV will look like.
2023 Lexus RX Refills the Same Prescription
Despite some changes under the hood, the latest RX strives to deliver the same luxury and comfort it always has.
Your Guide to Charging an Electric Car
Driving an electric vehicle is relatively simple; however, charging an EV can get complicated.
Tested: 2023 Nissan Z Performance vs. 2022 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Premium
The revived Nissan Z goes toe to toe with the Toyota Supra.