A sharp rise in fuel prices is adding new pressure to an already slowing U.S. automotive market. Early 2026 sales figures point to a downturn, as economic uncertainty linked to the Middle East conflict weighs on consumer behavior.
BMW is working on a solution to keep manual transmissions in its M cars despite engineering limits, emissions rules, and declining demand for stick shifts.
A US senator is seeking to permanently block Chinese vehicles from entering the American market, expanding an already restrictive policy landscape.
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%.
Honda has cut the price of its 2026 Prologue electric SUV by $7,500 across all trims, directly offsetting the federal EV tax credit that expired last fall.
Stellantis may soon build Chinese Leapmotor EVs at its idle Brampton plant in Canada, a move that could infuriate Trump but remains beyond Washington’s reach.
A massive product push is underway as Hyundai and Genesis prepare 58 U.S.-bound models by 2030, covering EVs, hybrids, trucks, and luxury segments.
The 2027 Kia EV3 brings bold EV9 styling, up to 320 miles of range, and new tech as it enters the small electric SUV segment later this year.
Porsche abandons its 80% EV target and confirms combustion and hybrid engines will remain central to its lineup well into the next decade.
BMW teases the 2027 3 Series with quad exhaust in a brief video glimpse, confirming an M Performance variant and continued focus on combustion engines.
Chinese EV makers turn profitable as Leapmotor, Nio, and Xpeng reverse losses, widening the gap with Western automakers still under pressure.
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.
Kia begins EV2 production in Slovakia, introducing its most affordable electric SUV with competitive range, fast charging, and pricing below expectations.
Xiaomi updates its SU7 EV with improved performance, refined interior quality, faster charging, and enhanced safety, strengthening its position in China’s EV race.
MG’s MG4 Urban will bring semi-solid-state batteries to Europe by 2026, offering improved safety, faster charging, and new tech in an affordable EV.
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