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

Anthony’s Analysis: 2022 Lexus LC 500 Bespoke

by Anthony Fongaro – Photos by Lexus- 05/30/2022 I remember when I first saw the Lexus LC 500. Like a lot of people, I thought that it looked like a concept car

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

1 year 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

1 year 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

2 years 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

2 years ago

Anthony on Autos: 2024 Genesis GV60 Performance

Hyundai Group has been producing some impressive electric vehicles (EVs), such as the Kia EV6 and Ioniq 5, which are popular choices in the EV market because of their exceptional styling, performance,

by Anthony Fongaro

2 years ago

Anthony On Autos: 2024 F-150 4X4 Supercrew Tremor

Are there enough Ford F-150s trim levels? Along with many trim levels, there are different drivetrains, powertrains, and luxury. The king of off-roading F-150s is the Raptor R. This extreme off-roading truck

by Anthony Fongaro

2 years ago

2024 Lexus TX350 Luxury AWD

Lexus is a little late to the three-row SUV battle. In 2018, they sold a larger version of the RX, called the RXL. Since that was discontinued, the only vehicles with three

by Anthony Fongaro

2 years ago

Review: 2024 Volvo S90 Recharge AWD Ultimate

What more can be said about the modern Volvo than hasn’t been said before? They exude understated sophistication, powered by 2.0-liter engines in various configurations, albeit with a less-than-stellar infotainment system. From

by Anthony Fongaro

2 years ago

2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Track Pack eAWD

Remember when a Dodge R/T had a stonking-grade V8 under the hood? Well, Dodge created a new vehicle with the same moniker but pulled a 180. The Dodge Hornet R/T is a

by Anthony Fongaro

2 years ago

Review: 2023 Lexus LS 500h AWD

The demand for large luxury sedans is dwindling. More people are finding that the equivalent SUV has more rear-executive space for that VIP treatment. When the LS came onto the scene, Lexus

by Anthony Fongaro

2 years ago