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!

Anthony’s Analytics: 2023 Genesis G90 3.5T E-Supercharger

Large sedans being the pinnacle of an automaker are becoming quite rare. You’ll usually see some huge SUVs as the company’s aspirational point. Not with Genesis. For now, the top dog is

by Anthony Fongaro

2 years ago

Anthony’s Analytics: 2022 Audi A3 40 TFSI Quattro

by Anthony Fongaro – Photos via Audi- 11/10/2022 In the world of German vehicles, subcompact sedans are the entry point. They may not be the most luxurious cars, but they have the

by Anthony Fongaro

2 years ago

2023 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD

by Anthony Fongaro | Photos by Mazda – 11/06/2022 Go into a grocery store parking lot. Overwhelming, you’ll see a bunch of three-row, midsize crossover SUVs. Their popularity doesn’t seem to lessen anytime

by Anthony Fongaro

3 years ago

2022 Toyota Highlander XSE AWD

by Anthony Fongaro – Photos via Toyota- 10/17/2022 Want to hear something that’s not surprising? V6 engines are being replaced by turbocharged or hybrid inline fours. They produce more torque and are

by Anthony Fongaro

3 years ago

2022 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4×4 Double Cab Trail Edition

by Anthony Fongaro – Photos via Toyota- 10/09/2022 Remember the year 2015? Back then, Hamilton was the most popular musical, Adele turned 25, and the season 5 finale of Game of Thrones

by Anthony Fongaro

3 years ago

Anthony’s Analytics: 2022 Lexus IS300 AWD

by Anthony Fongaro – Photos via Lexus – 09/28/2022 Look at Lexus’ portfolio, and you’ll notice something interesting. Some of their vehicles are still quite old. Their almost ancient Lexus GX460 has

by Anthony Fongaro

3 years ago

2022 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Ultimate

by Anthony Fongaro – Photos via Volvo- 09/18/2022 Over the years, I have come to appreciate both SUVs and electric vehicles. I understand that they are a combination of necessity and evolution.

by Anthony Fongaro

3 years ago

Toyota Sienna Woodland XLE AWD

by Anthony Fongaro – Photos via Toyota- 09/07/2022 I love a good minivan! you have better practicality than you do an SUV with better fuel economy and the rarity of driving a

by Anthony Fongaro

3 years ago

2022 Toyota GR86 Premium Automatic

by Anthony Fongaro – Photos via Toyota- 08/31/2022 Nowadays, you won’t see too many sports cars around. The automotive industry is going towards electric vehicles, and internal combustion engines and sports cars

by Anthony Fongaro

3 years ago

All-new 2022 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4xe

Anthony’s Analytics: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Summit

Looking for a midsize SUV plug-in hybrid? You’ll have to break that question down by a few details. There are so many recent and future PHEVs that narrowing down that decision can

by Anthony Fongaro

3 years ago