From the fabled off-road Rubicon Trail in the California High Sierra to race tracks across the country, to backwoods roads, snowy New England paths, interstates and local roads, Royal Ford drove more than 100 new vehicles during the past year. Today, the list is cut to his 10 favorites.

2007 Ford Edge

Price: Starting MSRP $25,320 – $30,720

Details: The 2007 Ford Edge is a new crossover that has the tough look of a sport utility vehicle but is built on a car-based platform to aid driving performance... See more photos and information on this vehicle