Sarah Talbi
These Were Europe’s Top-Selling Automakers Last Month
Europe’s new-car market returned to growth in May 2026, with registrations increasing across the European Union, EFTA countries, and the United Kingdom.
These American-Made Toyota and Nissan Vehicles Come With a Warning for Japanese Buyers
Toyota and Nissan are warning Japanese customers that some vehicles imported from their U.S. factories may display cosmetic imperfections not typically associated with cars sold in Japan.
While Rivals Go Electric, Porsche Insists Its Iconic 911 Will Keep a Combustion Engine
Porsche has reaffirmed that the 911 will retain a combustion engine, with the company positioning hybrid technology as the long-term solution for its iconic sports car.
Hyundai Admits SUVs Make More Money, Revealing Why New Wagons Are No Longer a Priority
Hyundai says declining demand and higher profitability are limiting new wagon models, with investment increasingly directed toward higher-margin SUVs.
Toyota Has Discussed Turning the RAV4 Into a Pickup, Saying the Idea Is “Quite Appealing” but No Plans Are in Place Yet
Toyota has acknowledged interest in a compact unibody pickup similar to the Ford Maverick, with company officials admitting the idea is attractive.
Ram Just Partnered With the Company Behind Some of Ford’s Most Iconic Performance Trucks
While details remain scarce, a teaser released by Roush confirms that the tuner is working with the Stellantis truck brand on a future performance-oriented model.
America’s EV Slump Is Finally Losing Steam as Tesla Surges and Toyota Posts a 225% Jump
Electric vehicle registrations in the United States remained below year-earlier levels in April 2026, but the decline was the smallest recorded so far this year.
Ford Needs Special U.S. Approval to Keep Selling This China-Built SUV as New Vehicle Ban Takes Effect
The move comes ahead of new federal restrictions that will prohibit Chinese and Russian software in connected vehicles beginning with the 2027 model year.
Subaru Keeps the 2027 Solterra Under $40,000 While Adding Nearly 300 Miles of Range and Tesla Supercharger Access
Subaru expands the appeal of its electric SUV with upgraded capabilities, broad charging access, and a competitive starting price.
Volvo’s EX90 and EX60 Can Now Start Charging Instantly at More Than 35,000 Stations Across the U.S.
The update allows charging sessions to begin automatically when the vehicle is connected to a compatible charger, removing the need for payment cards or mobile apps at each session.
After Toyota, Volkswagen Says It Has Too Many Models and Plans a Major Lineup Shake-Up Across Its Brands
Volkswagen Group is preparing a new phase of its transformation strategy by reducing the complexity of its vehicle portfolio and focusing on higher-volume models.
Porsche Confirms Taycan Wagons Will Survive Outside the United States as U.S. Market Is Dropped
While the two wagon variants are being discontinued in the U.S., the company says assembly will continue at its Stuttgart facility for other regions.
Volkswagen Unveils Its Biggest Product Offensive in Years With 10+ New Vehicles Across Three Continents
The wave of launches comes as the automaker faces growing pressure from competitors, particularly in the electric vehicle market and in China.
Toyota’s CEO Thinks There Are Too Many Versions of Its Cars, and It’s Becoming Expensive
Toyota’s new CEO, Kenta Kon, says Toyota’s vast lineup is driving up costs and straining engineers, despite the automaker’s strong global sales.
The Aston Martin Valkyrie Gets One of the Strangest Recalls Ever Issued for a Hypercar
Aston Martin has recalled seven Valkyrie hypercars over a brake defect affecting track suspension models, occurring only in extreme, specific track conditions
