Josh Max

United States

Journalist since age 6, doing it professionally for longer than that. NY Times, https://t.co/dJHmEGyTGQ, NY Daily News, etc.

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Articles

What To Do If A Car Crashes Into Your House

6 days ago | forbes.com | Josh Max

My mother-in-law had just downsized from her charming but large house into a comfortable, brand new 2 bedroom in a lovely neighborhood. But the house happened to be positioned right where the street made a “T.” Drivers would stop and make a left or a right. Within a week, a car was in her living room. An elderly driver stepped on the gas instead of the brake and “it sounded like a bomb went off, "she said.
Spring Is Here-Test Your Motorcycle Safety Knowledge

1 week ago | forbes.com | Josh Max

Spring is here and motorcycles are on the road. Unfortunately, not all of us are going to survive. As of the most recent data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in 2022, approximately 6,000 motorcyclists were killed in crashes in the United States. That’s 6,000 too many.
Nissan’s On The Ropes - Will The Brand Survive?

1 week ago | forbes.com | Josh Max

It’s anyone’s guess what’s in store for Nissan, but the legendary maker of some pretty good cars - including my 1982 Datsun 210 - is currently getting the shallacking of its life. The Japanese automaker just slashed costs in a desperate attempt to stay on the road. According to Reuters, 20,000 jobs were axed, seven factories shut down and no one’s getting raises. Buyout packages have been offered at their Canton, Mississippi plant—plus cutting salaried folks in HR, finance, IT and planning.
Driverless Tractors Set To Dominate Farming Industry, Say Experts

2 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Josh Max

2 hours agoReady to see if you’re really getting the speed you pay for? These days, our tech experiences are all about speed—and our expectations for instant action are actually kinda insane. Think about it: Not so long ago, phones, computers, and especially the internet were all painfully slow (at least, by …
Driverless Tractors Set To Dominate Farming Industry, Say Experts

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Josh Max

The jury is still out on self-driving cars for humans on public streets, though every day we are getting closer. But the driverless tractor market is booming, with agriculture-heavy areas like India and China leading the charge. It’s projected to grow from $1.5 billion to $13-15 billion by 2033. What Are Driverless Tractors? Also known as autonomous tractors, these machines are engineered to operate without a driver onboard, the same as automobiles with the same tech.
Test-Driving The 2025 BMW X5

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Josh Max

The tried-and-true X5 has aimed itself more into comfort and tech in recent years, but depending on trim choice, you’ll still have fun blasting it around town. Their xDrive40i provided a plush, zippy, infatuation-inducing week’s test. Let’s have a look. What’s new for 2025? BMW gave the X5 a refresh last year (2024), and the 2025 model carries that over with minimal changes.
Test-Driving The 2025 Toyota Crown Limited

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Josh Max

The new-for-2025 Crown is an unsung hero in Toyota’s world of flashy Camrys, mighty Tundras and the ever-popular Prius.You might overlook the Crown on the highway or parking lot, or think it was perhaps something else. But no, it’s a good old reliable Toyota and if it misses the flash of other models, you still get a basic, all-around, good crossover that replaces the outgoing Venza. What's the body look like?
Test-driving the 2025 Mini Cooper Countryman SE ALL4

3 weeks ago | forbes.com.au | Josh Max |Alan Ohnsman |Anastasia Santoreneos |Mark Whittaker

The 2025 Mini Cooper Countryman SE ALL4 is a splendid, can-do all-electric compact crossover SUV blending Mini's identifiable characteristics with modern electric performance. It's also not "mini" as we understand the term. This electric model is new for 2025. Let's take a look. LooksIt is large and lovely, with a length of about 175 inches and a width of 81.5 inches. It features customizable LED lighting elements, including daytime running lights and taillights which owners can personalize.
Test-Driving The 2025 Mini Cooper Countryman SE ALL4

3 weeks ago | forbes.com | Josh Max

The 2025 Mini Cooper Countryman SE ALL4 is a splendid, can-do all-electric compact crossover SUV blending Mini's identifiable characteristics with modern electric performance. It’s also not “mini” as we understand the term. This electric model is new for 2025. Let’s take a look. LooksIt is large and lovely, with a length of about 175 inches and a width of 81.5 inches. It features customizable LED lighting elements, including daytime running lights and taillights which owners can personalize.
Test-Driving The 2025 Civic Hatchback Hybrid Sport Touring

3 weeks ago | forbes.com | Josh Max

Like a good diner, the Civic does a lot of things well, and they’ve rarely made a misstep since their 1972 launch. Their Hatchback Hybrid Sport Touring provided a handsome, speedy week’s experience. The price is more than right, too, with a starting sticker of $32,950, $34,500 with options. Let’s have a look. The bodyIt’s a cutie, folks. From its zippy, sporty countenance, body-colored grille, front spoiler and blacked-out accent, you’re dressed for most occasions.