Anthony Fongaro

Anthony Fongaro is an automotive writer and content creator in Greater Chicagoland. He has produced automotive content since 2016, contributing to various platforms, including his own Anthony On Autos, Car Revs Daily, and Cheers & Gears. In 2024, he joined HotCars as a writer, focusing on reviews, lists, and news within the automotive industry. Before transitioning into the automotive field, Anthony had a career in digital marketing. He is an active member of several automotive media press guilds, including the Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA), Automotive Press Association (APA), and International Motor Press Association (IMPA).

Anthony’s Analytics: 2022 Volkswagen Arteon SEL R-Line 4Motion

by Anthony Fongaro – Photos via Volkswagon- 10/24/2022 Back in 2008, Volkswagen created what I would say is one of its best-looking vehicles. It was the Passat CC, later renamed as the

2024 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4Motion

A few years ago, Volkswagen introduced its smallest SUV, the Taos. I then tested a mid-spec SE with front-wheel Drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. This time, the top-of-the-line SEL with all-wheel

2023 Toyota Prius Prime XSE

by Anthony Fongaro – photos via Toyota– 06/30/2023 Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Since its introduction, the Toyota Prius was known for being an efficient hatchback, and screw traditional styling!

2025 Genesis Electrified GV70 AWD Prestige

Some vehicles, especially in the luxury department, are better as EVs than ICE vehicles. They receive a smoother and more powerful powertrain to complement their plush interior. With an ICE engine, the

by Anthony Fongaro

3 months ago

2025 Volvo V60 T8 eAWD Polestar Engineered

Volvo is known for a few things: safety, Swedish style, and wagons. They may sell a multitude of SUVs, but Volvo has been making some excellent wagons. Along with the larger V90,

by Anthony Fongaro

4 months ago

First Drive: 2024 Ford Bronco Big Bend 4-Door 4×4

Life is about compromises. For some vehicles, fuel economy is sacrificed in the chance of performance. Others replace technology for cost-efficiency. Regarding the 2024 Ford Bronco, its compromises are almost the same

by Anthony Fongaro

4 months ago

2025 Mazda CX-70 Turbo S Premium Plus

Mazda lept into the luxury three-row crossover segment with the CX-90 a few years ago. It introduced Mazda’s first inline-six-cylinder and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) engine. Although both drivetrains had some faults, the

by Anthony Fongaro

4 months ago

Anthony on Autos: 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

Toyota certainly took its time releasing the new Tacoma, leaving the previous generation on the market longer than expected. In the meantime, its competitors improved with better technology, powertrains, and design. Fortunately,

by Anthony Fongaro

4 months ago

Anthony on Autos: 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited

Back in 2019, Hyundai introduced the first electric Kona. I tested that car, and it loved to spin its tires. Although the range wasn’t the best, it was an enjoyable EV for

by Anthony Fongaro

5 months ago

2024 BMW X1 M35i vs. 2025 Lexus UX 300h AWD

This could be looked at as unfair. You have a 312-horsepower BMW X1 M35i in one corner and the other, the 45+ MPG Lexus UX300h. They couldn’t be more different. Except they

by Anthony Fongaro

5 months ago

Review: 2024 Genesis G70 AWD 3.3T Sport Prestige

It’s been around for a few years, but the Genesis G70 has been a serious contender in the compact sports luxury sedan segment. Genesis infused their G70 with a twin-turbocharged V6, a

by Anthony Fongaro

5 months ago

Anthony on Autos: 2024 Lexus IS500 F Sport Performance

In this digital age where every function is in a touchscreen, and automakers are turning to EVs, the 2024 Lexus IS500 F Sport Performance is the old guard. Not only does it

by Anthony Fongaro

9 months ago

Anthony on Autos: 2024 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro

When TRD is combined with a Toyota SUV, the result is an off-road-focused SUV. In this case, we have Toyota’s largest SUV, the Sequoia. In TRD Pro trim, this large, three-row SUV

by Anthony Fongaro

9 months ago