Volkswagen has made clear it is not abandoning sedans and performance hatchbacks, even as SUVs dominate its U.S. sales. Company leadership says models like the Golf GTI and Golf R remain central to the brand’s identity beyond pure sales figures.
Volkswagen will halt production of the ID.4 electric SUV in Tennessee later this month, marking a shift in its U.S. manufacturing priorities. The automaker plans to rely on existing inventory while redirecting capacity toward higher-volume models, including a new Atlas and a yet-to-be-confirmed vehicle tailored to American demand.
Vegas Rocket Rally lets visitors drive rally cars in a 30-minute match using a six-foot ball, turning soccer into a real-life desert spectacle.
The U.S. auto market is entering a phase where leasing incentives are expected to improve, driven by rising inventory and a wave of returning vehicles. April 2026 already reflects this trend, with several competitive offers across segments, from compact sedans to electric crossovers. Monthly lease payments remain high, though still below financing costs.
The sudden disruption in global oil supply has reignited interest in electric vehicles, echoing past energy crises that reshaped consumer behavior. Despite uncertainty over how long tensions will affect prices, early data shows a rapid shift in both demand and policy.
Toyota has begun selling U.S.-built Tundra and Highlander models in Japan, marking an unusual reverse flow of vehicles into its home market. The rollout starts this month with limited volumes and left-hand-drive configurations unchanged from their American versions.
A dispute over trade rules has put American pickups at the center of tensions between U.S. automakers and the European Union. Yet the policy under scrutiny affects only a small number of vehicles and falls far short of an outright ban.
The Ford Mustang recorded a sharp increase in sales during the first quarter of 2026, standing out in a segment that has otherwise struggled to maintain momentum. The iconic coupe and convertible reached 14,074 units sold, marking a 50.1% rise compared to the same period in 2025.
Tesla built 408,386 EVs in Q1 2026 but delivered only 358,023, leaving a record 50,363 unsold vehicles on its lots as U.S. EV sales dropped 28%.
Ferrari patents a radical Y-shaped V12 engine designed as a hybrid generator, rethinking combustion architecture amid tightening emissions rules.
Audi will end its five-cylinder engine in Europe by 2027 due to emissions rules, but the iconic powertrain will continue in non-European markets.
Hyundai reveals the Boulder Concept, offering a first look at its upcoming body-on-frame platform for a midsize pickup and future rugged models.
An unexpected car brand leads among older drivers in Germany, challenging long-held assumptions about which vehicles seniors prefer.
EV discounts hit $10,000 as gas nears $4/gal. Hyundai, Chevy, and Kia slash prices, boosting demand and making electric cars more affordable in 2026.
Ford plans a sub-$40,000 sedan as part of five new affordable models, marking a potential return to a segment it largely abandoned in recent years.
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