Vehicles
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Courtesy of Toyota Motor Europe
Toyota Europe CEO views company as a ‘European OEM’
Yoshihiro Nakata says its manufacturing partners in the U.K., Japan and Turkey should be recognized as “Made in EU” under a legislative proposal.
By Paul Myles • June 15, 2026 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
FCA US recalls over 1M Jeep Wranglers, Gladiator pickups over fire risk
The recall includes a park outside warning due to the fire risk from overheated power steering system electrical components.
By Kalena Thomhave • June 12, 2026 -
Courtesy of Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi reveals Eclipse Sportback EV based on the Nissan Leaf
A fully electric model under the Eclipse nameplate will be the next to arrive in a series of steps toward the brand’s U.S. renewal and sales growth.
By Bengt Halvorson • June 12, 2026 -
Courtesy of Audi
Audi Nuvolari supercar revealed as brand’s fastest road car ever
The limited-production hybrid combines a Lamborghini-built twin-turbo V8 gas engine with three electric motors for a top speed of over 217 mph.
By Greg Kable • June 12, 2026 -
Courtesy of General Motors
GM debuts ‘Energy Pass’ to help its EV customers manage public charging
The automaker is providing a single unified experience instead of having to use multiple public EV charger apps and payment methods from competing companies.
By Eric Walz • June 11, 2026 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis launches driverless pilot program in Luxembourg
The automaker has teamed up with Pony.ai and Bolt to trial autonomous technology on the nation’s city streets.
By Paul Myles • June 11, 2026 -
Courtesy of Hyundai
Used EV values are rallying, and the timing is right for dealers
Gas prices are driving demand — and prices — for used EVs, just as dealers face an influx of them off-lease.
By Jim Henry • June 10, 2026 -
Courtesy of Lucid
Lucid enables hands-free driving in the Gravity SUV
The software update adding the feature to some Gravity models also brings navigation, headlight and charging improvements.
By Bengt Halvorson • June 10, 2026 -
Permission granted by Paul Myles
Electrified vehicles boost EU sales in April
Both legacy and emerging brands from China saw double-digit year-over-year growth in hybrid and electric new-car registrations.
By Paul Myles • June 9, 2026 -
Courtesy of Audi
2027 Audi Q7 and SQ7 debut bolder look, building brand upward
The third-generation luxury SUV gains a six-passenger layout while Audi leaves room for a larger and more luxurious Q9.
By Greg Kable • June 9, 2026 -
Courtesy of Volvo Cars
Robust demand for Volvo Cars’ EVs eases global sales slump
Fully electric models are the automaker’s only growth segment, amid early signs of a recovery in the U.S.
By Paul Myles • June 8, 2026 -
Courtesy of Lotus Group
Lotus launches most powerful 4-cylinder Emira 420 Sport
The track-day focused gasoline sports car breaks cover claiming 0-62 mph in under four seconds.
By Paul Myles • June 8, 2026 -
Courtesy of Nissan Motor Corp
Nissan UK in talks to build China’s Chery brand passenger cars
The MoU between the automakers could help Nissan use excess U.K. production capacity, as a contract manufacturer for Chery.
By Paul Myles • June 5, 2026 -
Courtesy of Volkswagen
Deep DiveIn Canada, aborted EV projects raise questions over supply chain subsidies
Several huge EV battery supply-chain projects in Canada have been mothballed, while the country continues to lay the groundwork for more prospects.
By Keith Nuthall • June 5, 2026 -
Courtesy of Arm
Why Western OEMs are falling behind China in SDV development
Automakers' decision to keep software defined vehicle architecture in-house or outsource it is only part of "a really strategic decision."
By Eric Walz • June 4, 2026 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis plans bargain basement EVs for Europe by 2028
The automaker aims to chase a share of Europe’s small urban EV market with vehicles priced starting well under $20,000.
By Paul Myles • June 4, 2026 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis turns to industry partners for developing its next-gen vehicle platform
Expanded technology partnerships aim to help the automaker grow with software-defined vehicles and advanced autonomous driving tech.
By Eric Walz • June 3, 2026 -
Courtesy of General Motors
UAW strike at Michigan supplier to GM seeks amends for 2008
Wages and benefits that have been left behind by inflation prompted a strike that could threaten the production of a range of Chevy and GMC pickups.
By Joseph Szczesny • June 2, 2026 -
Permission granted by Tanya Gazdik
2026 Lexus ES review: Sedan finds your electric comfort zone
The Toyota luxury brand is offering similarly styled hybrid and fully electric versions — with AWD available for both.
By Tanya Gazdik • June 2, 2026 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis pumps over $1B into Peugeot production in France
French brand is the first of automaker's four global brands to get the new STLA One platform for EV and hybrid models.
By Paul Myles • June 2, 2026 -
Robin Warner/WardsAuto
Profile // Wards 10 Best AwardsChevrolet Corvette ZR1X speaks loud and clear
A striking mix of metal, leather and carbon fiber elevates the interior of this performance machine. You feel it as soon as you sit inside.
By Robin Warner • June 1, 2026 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Scaling up: What dealers should know about Stellantis’ big product revamp
The automaker’s U.S. investment focuses on Chrysler, Dodge, Ram and Jeep, adding seven more models under $39,000 by 2030, including smaller Ram trucks and new compact Chrysler and Dodge SUVs.
By Bengt Halvorson • June 1, 2026 -
Courtesy of Rivian
NHTSA probe targets 115K Rivian vehicles over rear suspension issue
The agency’s Office of Defects Investigation received two reports last year of rear toe link separation while driving involving the R1S SUV, resulting in one crash.
By Eric Walz • June 1, 2026 -
Courtesy of Nissan Motor
Nissan scraps UK’s $65M EV powertrain production plan
The reversal is part of the automaker's global turnaround strategy, which includes reduced EV investments.
By Paul Myles • May 29, 2026 -
Robin Warner/WardsAuto
Profile // Wards 10 Best AwardsMercedes counters minimalism with true luxury in ‘entry level’ CLA 250+
The sedan's bold, eye-catching interior and vivid experience makes an award-worthy statement in an increasingly competitive EV market.
By Drew Winter • May 28, 2026
