Hyundai’s New EV Strategy Isn’t About More Power but About Making Drivers Forget They’re Electric
Hyundai wants to make EVs feel more realistic with combustion-engine-inspired effects while developing hardware that mimics a manual transmission.

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.

Jeep Teases the New Cherokee Trailhawk and Reveals Its Most Distinctive Off-Road Feature Yet
Jeep has released the first teaser image of the upcoming Cherokee Trailhawk, revealing part of the front end and confirming the Trailhawk’s return.

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.

Volkswagen Explains Why Most of Its GTI and R Models Never Make It to the U.S.
Volkswagen says GTI and R badges are earned, not marketed, and only appear on vehicles that deliver the authentic driving experience buyers expect.

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.

BYD’s New $35,500 Electric SUV Hit 150,000 Orders Before Launch, and Buyers Didn’t Even Know the Final Price
The all-electric SUV attracted buyers largely on the strength of its specifications and design, before debuting at a lower starting price than many had expected.

BMW’s Fast Wagon Bet in America Is Starting to Look Much Smarter
BMW has not ruled out bringing more high-performance wagons to the U.S. market, even though no new model is currently in process. The strong reception for the M5 Touring and…

Volkswagen’s Next Electric GTI Was Just Spotted Testing, and It’s Not the ID. Polo GTI
Just weeks after unveiling the ID. Polo GTI, its first fully electric GTI model, Volkswagen has been spotted testing a second performance-focused EV in Germany.

Honda Expands Its Solid-State Battery Ambitions Through New Agreement With QuantumScape
Honda and American battery startup QuantumScape have announced a partnership aimed at accelerating the development of solid-state batteries and the manufacturing processes needed to produce them.

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.

Honda Launches a Special Prelude Edition Featuring Exclusive Red Styling Inside and Out
Honda has introduced a new 2027 Limited Edition Prelude in Japan, giving the hybrid coupe a distinctive Premium Crystal Garnet Metallic exterior and a Bordeaux-accented cabin. The model keeps the…



