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Clint Simone

Senior Reviews Editor

Clint Simone has worked in the automotive industry since 2015. He has tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Before joining Edmunds as a senior reviews editor, Clint contributed to Motor1.com and InsideEVs, evaluating mostly electric cars. Clint loves hot hatchbacks more than any other type of vehicle but secretly enjoys driving big trucks when he gets the chance. He would never admit to that.

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Car Reviews

Edmunds' full expert review of the 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI, including exclusive insights from our vehicle testing team and rankings against rival models.

By Clint Simone

2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Review

Car News

The VW Golf GTI is the same hot hatch it's always been, but finally has a comfortable, easy-to-use interior layout.

By Clint Simone

2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI First Drive: A Much-Needed Interior Upgrade

Car News

The all-electric truck from Slate Auto could be a game-changer with a potential price tag of under $20,000. But the company has a lof of battles to fight before it will find success.

By Clint Simone

The Slate Auto $20,000 Electric Truck Has Huge Potential but Many Unknowns

Car News

The Vision V is a concept van that shows off what an eventual all-electric hyperluxurious van will look like from Mercedes-Benz. Get all the details right here.

By Clint Simone

The Mercedes Vision V Concept Previews the Luxurious Future of Benz Vans

Car News

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is a new flagship three-row SUV for the company that packs more luxury and a hybrid powertrain option for the first time.

By Clint Simone

2026 Hyundai Palisade First Look: The Pilot and Telluride Have a Big New Problem

Car News

The 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV is a new take on a tried-and-true recipe for the brand. We bought one to live with for a year to see what it's like.

By Clint Simone

We Bought a Dodge Charger Daytona EV — This Should Be Interesting

Car News

The 2025 Cadillac Optiq is a well-executive EV with solid range and a strong list of equipment for less than $60,000.

By Clint Simone

2025 Cadillac Optiq First Drive: Hits All the Right Notes

Car News

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is an all-electric version of the brand's most recognizable SUV with a claimed 460 miles of range and an interior filled to the brim with screens. We get behind the wheel and render a verdict on Cadillac's biggest EV.

By Clint Simone

2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ First Drive: A New Era for the Icon

Car News

The new Mercedes-Benz CLA shows where the brand's future EVs are headed, with fast charging, great driving range and new AI-powered tech.

By Clint Simone

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA First Look: A Glimpse Into the Future

Car News

The 2026 Mercedes CLA will come with a NACS charging port, giving it access to the Tesla Supercharger network. It will also have 320-kW charging and an estimated range of more than 400 miles.

By Clint Simone

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Can Use a Tesla Supercharger Without an Adapter