It’s trickier than you might think putting together a best list after any model year passes by the automotive industry. Does a journalist include supercars alongside vehicles intended for general consumers? Is it fair to toss in electrics and hybrids in alongside gas engines? Should diesel be included when too many folks avoid driving them? Can motorcycles squeeze in and make it a Kumbaya, “all vehicles allowed” love fest?
The answer to all of those questions is a resounding, “Yes!” — because we can make our own rules around these parts. By mixing it up, every car or bike lover (and every driver) is sure to find something that appeals to him or her — and something that just might end up leaving the show room and parking in the home garage.
So, buckle up for 2013’s best cars, motorcycles and who knows what else.
Best of 2013: Year’s Top 10 Cars, Motorcycles
Crave Online Automotive Editor John Scott Lewinski drives over the rules, backs up and hits them again to list the top vehicles of 2013.
Aston Martin Vanquish
Mazda 6
Harley-Davidson CVO Breakout
Ford Fusion Energi Hybrid
Star Motorcycles Bolt
Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road
Ducati Hyperstrada
Lexus LS Hybrid
Dodge Journey
Icon Aircraft Special-Edition A5 Light Sport Concept