The U.S. market for new diesel-powered vehicles has narrowed to a small group of trucks, SUVs, and vans, leaving buyers with far fewer choices than a decade ago. While diesel remains valued for long-distance efficiency and heavy-duty capability, only a handful of manufacturers continue to offer it in light-duty models.
Ford has outlined a new strategy for Europe that combines commercial vehicles, connected services, and a renewed passenger-car lineup.
The Volkswagen Touran is no longer in production. The final example rolled off the Wolfsburg assembly line on April 29, ending a 23-year run.
A growing list of electric vehicles has been discontinued or canceled in the United States as demand slows and policy changes reshape the market. Several automakers have scaled back plans, pulling models shortly after launch or halting them before production.
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.
Mercedes invests $7B in U.S. production by 2030, expanding SUV output in Alabama to cut tariffs and strengthen its position in a key market.
Tesla hints at a new large family EV, described by Elon Musk as “better” than a minivan, sparking speculation about a future SUV-style model.
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.
Mercedes unveils the VLE, an all-electric luxury van seating up to eight, boasting 435 miles of range and squarely targeting American SUV buyers.
Volkswagen eyes €8bn sale of diesel unit to survive crisis, with its own top shareholder Porsche SE among potential buyers.
Tesla’s best-selling Model Y just got a major family upgrade. A new option could change how electric SUVs compete in a still-limited segment.
Seventy years after their wedding, some couples might choose a dinner or a trip to celebrate. Dereck and Audrey Evans chose a Porsche.
Svolt’s new Dragon Armor 3.0 battery claims to stop EV fires before they reach the cabin,by rerouting flames away from passengers in real time.
Europe’s top car rivals, Volkswagen and Stellantis, unite against the surge of low-cost Chinese EVs, urging Brussels to defend the continent’s industry.
A Russian startup revives Russo-Balt with the F200, a Cybertruck-inspired electric van offering bold design, 400 km range, and a 100-year body warranty.
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