Toyota took its time venturing into electric vehicles. While competitors poured billions into the technology, the Japanese automaker did the opposite, focusing on hybrids instead. But as the automaker launches several new cars in 2026, full electric vehicles are clearly part of Toyota’s future game plan. This year, the C-HR will return as an EV, …
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 170,196 hybrid models because they could lose power while driving. The DC-DC converter could fail due to a fault in the boost control software. JLR does not have a remedy for the issue and is currently developing a fix. Jaguar Land Rover North America has issued a …
General Motors Brazil has revived the Sonic name for a new sub-compact crossover. There’s no official word on the powertrain yet, but the Sonic is likely to utilize a mild-hybrid setup with a three-cylinder engine. There’s little to no chance this model will arrive in the US market. The Chevrolet Sonic returns! Just don’t expect …
Volkswagen Group has to cut production capacity by a million units. It will focus on reducing capacity in Europe and China. The company is facing numerous challenges, including tariffs, competition, and the war in the Middle East. In 2019, before the pandemic, Volkswagen Group was riding high. The German auto conglomerate sold …
Nissan confirmed the new Xterra will start at under $40,000. Nissan Americas chairman Christian Meunier said the Xterra will have ‘everything you need and nothing you don’t.’ The SUV is expected to debut sometime next year before going on sale for the 2028 model year. Nissan is preparing a new Xterra, and people …
The Jetta X concept debuts this week at the Beijing Auto Show. It’s one of four Jetta models set to launch in China by 2028. Jetta will focus on affordable hybrid and electric vehicles. The Jetta has been around since 1979 as a sensible compact model, serving as the sedan sibling to the Golf hatchback. …
Ford’s former EV boss shared an image of the company’s canceled three-row electric SUV on his LinkedIn page. Ford canceled the EV in 2024 due to falling demand. Ford says the EV is now a ‘research vehicle’ that is ‘informing’ its next generation of EVs. It’s been nearly two years since Ford …
Ford is recalling 1.4 million F-150 trucks due to potentially faulty transmissions. The six-speed transmission could unexpectedly downshift into second gear while the vehicle is in motion. The recall affects the 2015-2017 F-150. Ford has issued a recall for nearly 1.4 million F-150 pickups. The trucks could have a faulty six-speed automatic …
The boxy SUV will be joined by a second concept at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show. The hardcore off-roader has auxiliary lights and beefy all-terrain tires. If a production version follows, it could be exclusive to China. It’s safe to say it has been a busy week for Nissan. Aside from teasing the return of …
Mini and Austrian design house Vagabund created a pair of custom Countryman. The cars pay homage to festival lifestyle and feature externally mounted speakers. Mini raised the ride height and mounted custom wheel covers to enhance the look. Mini loves to see its vehicles customized. And Mini owners have created all sorts of great-looking Coopers …