The 2015 Jeep Renegade took home three of seven Top 10 Awards from KBB for FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is on a roll with awards lately. No, really. Most recently, four of the automaker’s models earned seven Top 10 awards from Kelley Blue Book (KBB). Specifically, the 2015 Jeep Renegade, 2015 Jeep Wrangler, 2015…
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American ownership is no guarantee of a high ranking, as this year’s index highlights where vehicles are actually built and where their components come from.
Stellantis is preparing a broad product push in North America as part of its new five-year FastLane 2030 plan. The automaker says cheaper models, refreshed brands, and a revised powertrain strategy will be central to reversing weaker sales and profits.
Plug-in hybrids promise electric commuting with gasoline backup, but recent reliability data paints a less simple picture. Several 2026 models named among the least reliable plug-in hybrids have faced recalls, fire-risk warnings, software problems, or production cuts.
Manual transmissions have become a rarity in the American auto market, now largely reserved for enthusiasts willing to prioritize driver engagement over convenience. As automatic gearboxes and electric vehicles continue to dominate sales, the list of new vehicles still offering a stick shift has narrowed again for 2026.
The automaker, parent of 14 brands including Jeep, Ram, and Dodge, is betting on cheaper battery chemistry and cutting-edge autonomy software to claw back ground it has been losing for years.
Nissan says the upcoming Xterra will start under $40,000, offering a V6 engine, hybrid option, and a return to a simpler, more practical SUV formula.
Subaru has launched an internal survey to gauge customer interest in manual transmission options for its SUVs, including the Outback Wilderness.
Several vehicles are set to disappear before 2027, as automakers are discontinuing models that no longer fit into their future plans.
Despite stricter environmental regulations and a growing electric vehicle market, American drivers are clinging to their love affair with the V8 engine.
Millions of vehicles were recalled in 2025 as major car brands grappled with defects ranging from camera failures to fire hazards and engine breakdowns.
Once hailed as a smart bridge between gas and electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids are now under scrutiny for their reliability.
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