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Thanks, Tariffs: Volkswagen Prices Are Going Up for 2026

Volkswagen prices are going up on several models for 2026. While the automaker promised earlier this year to maintain prices in the face of tariff-related costs, VW only extended that guarantee through June. Now, as the automaker launches its 2026 lineup, some models are pricier than before. But not all…

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Here's Definitive Proof That the Lexus LFR Is a Hybrid

With a launch imminent, Lexus is hard at work testing its new sports car, the one we—and everybody else—have been referring to as the "LFR." Out on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, we were able to hear its V-8 burble distinctly. But these prototypes reveal another detail: The LFR is a hybrid.

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Hyundai Issued a Massive Recall for Nearly Every Palisade

Hyundai is recalling every first-generation Palisade because a small percentage of them might have defective seat belt buckles. The recall affects 568,580 units of 2020-2025 Palisade models—which, according to our math, is just about all of them

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How Michelin Uses Technology to Rethink Tire Manufacturing: Interview

Michelin has been at the forefront of tire technology since it introduced the first radial, the X, in 1946. The company has also been making and developing tires in North America since the mid-1970s, and for about a year now, Matthew Cabe has run Michelin North America.

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Audi's First, um, AUDI Model For China Is an Instant Hit

Audi’s namesake all-caps brand for China is actually off to a strong start. It took just half an hour for the newly founded AUDI to rack up more than 10,000 orders for its debut model. The E5 Sportback, which does without the iconic Four Rings, is the product of a…

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Lincoln Could Get Another Three-Row Crossover. And It Might Be Hybrid

Lincoln might not have the most extensive lineup, but it's a relatively strong one—and it might soon grow. Brand executives have allegedly told dealers that they'll soon have a new, additional model to sell, except there's no indication as to when it will arrive or what it might be.

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The Nissan Ariya Is Already Dead in the US

Nissan is undergoing a major corporate restructuring that includes job cuts, factory closures, and a streamlined vehicle lineup. As part of that shift, the automaker is reportedly pulling the plug on the Ariya EV for the 2026 model year.

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The Genesis GV70 Is Still a Standout: Review

Few segments in the luxury car space are as fiercely competitive as the compact SUV class. You’ve got the top-dog BMW X3, the popular Mercedes-Benz GLC, the sensible Volvo XC60—and a handful of other truly excellent options.

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Hyundai Might Build Its Own Toyota 4Runner Rival

Today in New York, Hyundai outlined its future plans. CEO José Muñoz confirmed that the automaker is working on a mid-size body-on-frame pickup truck for America, which will arrive by 2030. He also noted that there’s "potential" for a body-on-frame SUV riding on the same platform, which means Hyundai might…

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Porsche Doesn't Want the Manual to Die: 'Thinking About All Possibilities'

Right now, there are only two manual Porsche 911 models on sale in the US—the Carrera T on one end, and the GT3 on the other. Although the market for manual sports cars outside the US and UK is small, Porsche still wants to expand its offerings. That probably means…

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10 Cars That Hold Their Value Best

The pandemic was a challenging yet interesting time for carmakers. The inventory was initially high when people were told to stay home, but when the world opened back up, so did the need for cars.

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Hyundai Design Boss Asks: 'Why Do We Need a Screen?'

Simon Loasby, head of Hyundai's design center in Korea, is asking the right questions. As automakers begin to reorient interiors away from expansive screens and endless menus, designers and engineers must invent what comes next. For Hyundai, that's a future that the Concept Three previews.

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Mazda's Lineup Remains Shockingly Affordable for 2026

New car prices continue to climb, with even the once-most-affordable offerings now out of reach for many entry-level buyers. Mazda isn’t one of them, though. The company has released new pricing details for many of its 2026 model year vehicles, and most of them remain affordable.

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Hyundai Is Planning Even More N Performance Cars

Hyundai recently launched the Ioniq 6 N electric sedan, but more high-performance models are on the way. The “N” lineup is set to grow to over seven models by the end of the decade. While details about the newcomers remain under wraps, the goal is for the sporty division to…

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Hyundai Has Another Mid-Size Truck Coming. And It Will Be Body-On-Frame

Update: Hyundai has confirmed in a preview image that its mid-size pickup would be body-on-frame, and the company even suggested that a body-on-frame SUV could be built alongside it. That image and video from the event have been added.

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The New Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Tries to Hide Its Renault Roots

Mitsubishi continues to take shortcuts to new car launches by relying on alliance partner Renault to maintain some presence in Europe. Although unveiled this week, the 2026 Eclipse Cross isn’t all that new since it’s heavily based on the Scenic E-Tech, a model launched two years ago. It’s the latest…

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California Is No Longer the Most Expensive State for Gas

The last time US gas prices averaged below $2.00 for an entire month was during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. Today, average prices are well above $3.00—and rising. While costs vary by state and county, one state stands out as more expensive than the rest.

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We Saw the Genesis X Gran Coupe Concept In Person. It's Gorgeous

Isn't this car absolutely stunning? At the CDE Classic event, our colleagues at Motor1 Germany had the chance to see the Genesis X Gran Coupe live for the first time in Europe—specifically, at the Loh Collection, also known as the National Automotive Museum in Dietzhölztal-Ewersbach.

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Mercedes-Benz Is Bringing Back Buttons: 'Physical Buttons Are Better'

Mercedes-Benz launched the new GLC earlier this month, with the crossover's new, bigger screen getting all the attention. However, if you notice, despite the obnoxiously large display on the dash, the car does still have physical controls—buttons, switches, and rollers that are located on the steering wheel.

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Logitech's New Steering Wheel Is For Serious Sim Racers. We Got a Hands-On Look

The Logitech G29 and G923 are classic racing wheels. For years now, they’ve been the default choice for those looking to get into sim racing on a budget. Logitech introduced the Pro racing wheel and pedals in 2022, aiming at the higher end of the market. Finally, though, the company…

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Nissan's Comeback Plan: Fewer Headrests

As part of his plan to save Nissan, new CEO Ivan Espinosa is instigating $1.7 billion in cuts to variable costs. Espinosa has a guy to do that job, Tatsuzo Tomita, who Automotive News refers to as Nissan’s "cost czar," which is fun. For months, Tomita has been soliciting ideas…

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This Dacia Truck Has The Cutest Little Bed. But Who's It For?

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Nissan's Cost-Cutting Carnage: Two Design Studios Shuttered

Nissan’s draconian plan to reduce costs is about to claim even more victims. Two design studios will close, with the axe set to fall on NDA (Nissan Design America) in San Diego, California, and NDLA (Nissan Design Latin America) in São Paulo, Brazil. As if that weren’t bad enough, the…

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No Regrets: Porsche Remains Committed to 'Brilliant' Electric Sports Cars

It’s hard to believe more than three years have passed since Porsche announced the 718 would go fully electric. Although EV adoption hasn’t progressed as quickly as Zuffenhausen projected, the plan to remove the combustion engine from the Boxster and Cayman remains unchanged. Next month, the last ICE-powered cars will…

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Enzo to F80: The Fastest Cars Around Ferrari's Fiorano Test Track

Fiorano is a huge part of the Ferrari legend. Opened in 1972, this is Ferrari’s private test track, located within factory gates, right near Enzo's old office. Directly in the heart of Maranello, this is where Ferrari has shaken down its road and race cars for decades.

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