The Globe and Mail Emily Atkins Published March 12, 2021 Getty Images/iStockphoto For most drivers, buying a new vehicle means a big expenditure and a long-term investment. After all your homework is done – asking friends and family for recommendations, reading car reviews and comparing various models, features and prices online – choosing a vehicle that fits you well and does what you need it to do often comes down to the assessment you make in the short amount of time have to test drive the car. If you’ve bought a number of cars over the years, this process may feel like old hat – but wait. The test drive has evolved.