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Test-drive checklist: 15 things to check
A test drive is your best chance to learn how a car fits your life. Use these 15 checks before, during and after the drive.
September 10, 2026
The Driveway Journal
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Cars on Driveway
Featured cars from Los Angeles dealers
NewSpecial offer
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2026 Kia Telluride
SX X-Line AWD
$49,825
Fair priceEst. $844/mo
- 11 miles
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Automatic
Verdugo Family AutoGlendale, CA
NewHot
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2026 Chevrolet Corvette
Z06 3LZ
$134,990
Good dealEst. $2,285/mo
- 7 miles
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Dual-clutch
Arroyo Classic & PerformancePasadena, CA
New
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2026 Land Rover Defender
110 X-Dynamic SE P400
$76,995
Good dealEst. $1,304/mo
- 22 miles
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Automatic
Valley Truck & SUV CenterVan Nuys, CA