Drew Dowdell

Original photography and press material for the 2013 Buick Encore, Buick's first subcompact luxury crossover, photographed by Drew Dowdell. Photos include exterior action shots, interior details, cargo area, and press diagrams. Check out coverage of the 2013 Buick Encore at the Detroit Auto Show

The 2013 Buick Enclave received a significant mid-cycle facelift for its first-generation GMT926 platform, bringing a refreshed front fascia with the brand's signature waterfall grille and revised LED daytime running lights. Under the hood, the 3.6-liter V6 produces 288 horsepower and drives through a six-speed automatic transmission, with available front-wheel or all-wheel drive. Inside, the seven-passenger luxury crossover features a premium leather cabin, available tri-zone climate control, and the Buick IntelliLink touchscreen infotainment system.

The 2013 Buick Verano Leather brings genuine premium character to the compact sedan segment, with a caramel tan leather interior, wood-tone trim accents, and a polished chrome grille shield on the exterior. These photos were shot on a rooftop parking structure in Pittsburgh and at dusk in a residential neighborhood, showcasing the white exterior from multiple angles alongside detailed interior shots. Read the 2012 Buick Verano Review .

Toyota debuted the completely redesigned 2013 RAV4 at the 2012 LA Auto Show, marking the fifth generation of their best-selling compact SUV. The new RAV4 shed the polarizing rear-mounted spare tire and exterior-hinged tailgate of the previous generation in favor of a cleaner, more car-like design. Inside, the cabin received a major overhaul with a new Entune infotainment system, two-tone leather seating, and a more refined dashboard layout. Power comes from a 2.5-liter VVT-i four-cylinder engine producing 176 horsepower, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Read the full article on the 2013 Toyota RAV4

Pictures from the IMPA Test Days in September 2012

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco is a mild-hybrid midsize sedan powered by a 2.5L Ecotec four-cylinder engine paired with Chevrolet's eAssist belt-alternator starter system, delivering an EPA-rated 29 MPG highway. This Crystal Red Tintcoat press vehicle features the 2SA trim with cashmere leather seating, MyLink touchscreen infotainment, dual-zone climate control, and 17-inch alloy wheels, along with editorial documentation of several fit-and-finish issues noted during the review. Read the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco Review .

Review photos of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta GLI in Deep Black Pearl, shot in Pittsburgh by Drew Dowdell. The Jetta GLI pairs a 200-horsepower turbocharged 2.0T engine with a 6-speed manual transmission, sport-tuned suspension, GLI-specific honeycomb grille, red brake calipers, and a black leather interior with red contrast stitching. Read the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Review .