Toyota Has Too Many Models. These Ones Need To Go
Toyota has too many models—and it’s not just me who’s saying it. Newly appointed CEO Kenta Kon recently came out and said that the Japanese automaker’s lineup is too crowded.…
New Chevy Blazer Obliterates A 1996 Model In A Crash Test
The IIHS crash-tested a 1996 Chevrolet Blazer against its modern equivalent to mark 30 years since the agency began evaluating vehicle safety. The newer Blazer’s driver likely would have received…
Volkswagen SUVs Get Big Costco Members Discount
Volkswagen has partnered with Costco’s Auto Program to offer a discount on certain 2026 models. The discount is available for the Tiguan, Atlas, and Atlas Cross Sport. Costco Members can…
Toyota And Nissan Admit Their American-Made Vehicles Aren’t Up To Japanese Standards
Japanese automakers are now selling American-made vehicles in their home country. Nissan and Toyota are warning buyers that the quality of these vehicles might not match expectations. Both warn buyers…
Jeep Teases New Rugged Cherokee Trailhawk Trim
Jeep teases new Cherokee Trailhawk. The image shows off a more aggressive front bumper with a red tow hook. The rugged SUV should have a raised ride height, skid plates,…
Volvo Just Made Charging Your EV Way Easier
Tesla owners may scoff at how long this took, but Volvo owners can finally pay to charge their electric vehicles just by plugging in. The Plug & Charge feature is…
The Volkswagen Group Wants To Sell Fewer Models And Variants
The VW Group will favor higher-volume models. It wants to make it easier for customers to choose from its range of models and variants. Production overcapacity will also be reduced.…
Will Maserati Make A V6 Hybrid?
Maserati introduced its Nettuno V6 in 2020 with the arrival of the MC20 sports car (now the MCPura). The brand’s first in-house engine in over 20 years has since made…
The New BMW X5 Cleverly Hides The Door Handles
The X5 is the first series-production BMW to integrate the door handles into the beltline. The limited-run Skytop and Speedtop were the first BMWs with these winglets. The next-gen X7…
This New Hybrid Engine Achieves A Breakthrough In Efficiency
Dongfeng’s new Mach Power 2.0T hybrid engine has been certified by CATARC Huacheng, reaching a peak thermal efficiency of 45.5%. The engine uses a new MAKC combustion system, 350-bar direct…