Saturday, November 15, 2025

Bentley Continental GT Supersports Limited To 500 In 2027

The new Bentley Continental GT Supersports rear-wheel drive two-seat cabin coupe is powered by a 648 horsepower twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine mated to an eight-speed double clutch transmission to the rear wheels only and comes with new 22 inch forged and machined aluminum allow wheels.  “Super Sports” was first applied to a Bentley 100 years ago. The new Supersports is nearly half a ton lighter than the Continental GT, and will weigh less than two tons. Zero to 62 mph is 3.7 seconds with top speed of 192 mph. Every Supersports will be individually numbered before it leaves the factory, with customers able to request specific numbers from the 500 examples that will be handcrafted in Crewe. Orders open in March 2026 with production starting in the 4th quarter of 2026 ahead of first deliveries at the start of 2027. 

Friday, November 14, 2025

2026 Lexus UX 300h Starts At $38,250 Late This Year

The 2026 Lexus UX 300h, offered in eight different models, including F SPORT Design and F SPORT Handling, is powered by the fifth-generation 196 horsepower Lexus Hybrid System, which pairs the inline four-cylinder 2.0-liter gas engine with two motor-generators through a continuously variable transmission. The UXh has a manufacturer-estimated combined 43 mpg rating on FWD models and 41 mpg rating on AWD models. For 2026, a larger 12.3-inch multi-information display adorning the instrument cluster became standard on all Premium and F SPORT models while a 7.0-inch multi-information display is standard on the Base model. Both multi-information displays can have their layouts customized by users. Lexus UX 300h starts at $38,250 (including $1,295 delivery, processing and handling fee). The Lexus UX 300h will go on sale late in 2025.

2026 Toyota Tacoma Starts At $33,740 This Winter

The 2026 Toyota Tacoma is offered with either the standard 278 horsepower 2.4L turbocharged engine i-FORCE engine or the available 326 Horsepower i-FORCE MAX Hybrid with available on-demand or full-time 4WD paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission delivering an EPA-estimated 23 MPG combined fuel economy rating. A six-speed intelligent manual transmission with rev-matching and stall avoidance is available on select i-FORCE models. Tacoma features an 8-inch standard or available 14-inch multimedia touchscreen with Toyota’s latest Audio Multimedia system, supporting wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. There's Qi wireless charging pad, USB-C data and charging ports, and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster on i-FORCE MAX models. The 2026 Tacoma comes equipped with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, featuring Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, Automatic High Beams, Proactive Driving Assist, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. This year’s updates include a black front logo on the TRD Off-Road, TRD Sport, and TRD Pre-Runner trims, along with 18-inch TRD wheels paired with 32-inch Goodyear All-Terrain tires featured in the TRD Off-Road i-FORCE Premium Package. The 2026 Tacoma is expected to hit Toyota dealerships this Winter starting at $33,740 (including $1,595 delivery and handling fees). TRD Pro in Wave Maker color are expected to arrive at dealerships in March of 2026.


All-New Hyundai NEXO Coming In Early 2026

The all-new Hyundai NEXO next-generation fuel cell electric vehicle features upgrades to both its fuel cell and power electronics systems, delivers 190 kW total output and projected driving range of 512 miles from a five-minute charge hydrogen refill. A newly developed PE system doubles battery output from 40 kW to 80 kW and a more efficient hydrogen fuel cell stack now delivers a maximum gross output of 110 kW, a 16% increase over the previous 95 kW for a net system output of 94 kW, up 11% from 85 kW. Together, these enhancements boost total system output from 135 kW to 190 kW. The Connected Car Navigation Cockpit combines two 12.3-inch curved displays for seamless driver information and infotainment controls. Global launch will be in early 2026. 

All-New 2027 Kia Telluride Coming 1st Quarter 2026

The all-new 2027 Kia Telluride, 2.3 inches longer overall, with a wheelbase stretched by nearly three inches and a height increase of one inch, will make its official world debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show November 20th. The X-Pro trim has all-terrain tires and 9.1 inches of ground clearance and standard front and rear recovery hooks. The second-generation SUV is expected to arrive in showrooms during the first quarter of 2026.

2026 Nissan Sentra Starts At $23,645

The all-new 2026 Nissan Sentra, in S, SV, SR and SL trims, is powered by a 149 horsepower 2.0-liter inline-four engine paired with a Xtronic CVT. Sentra has standard idle stop/start to help save gas in city driving, 64-color customizable ambient lighting, ProPILOT Assist for stop-and-go commutes, Blind Spot Intervention, three standard USB-C ports, available wireless charging, and myQ Universal Garage Door Opener. Sentra has available dual 12.3-inch displays, class-exclusive Intelligent Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection, standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, front and rear Zero Gravity seats, capacitive-touch HVAC controls, and Intelligent Forward Collision Warning. MSRP starts at $23,645 (including $1,245 destination and handling).

2026 Jeep® Compass Starts At $32,985



The 2026 Jeep® Compass, in Latitude, Limited and Trailhawk trim levels, is powered by a 200 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine. Standard equipment includes an 8.4-inch touchscreen display, heated front seats, heated steering wheel and a suite of active safety features, including Blind-spot Monitoring and Active Lane Management. Prices for the entry-level Latitude start at $32,985 (including destination). 


2026 BMW i4 eDrive40 Coming Soon

The 2026 BMW i4 eDrive40 is expected to achieve over 300 miles of range on a full charge while the 2026 BMW i4 M60, as it is now known, produces 510 horsepower at start-up, a 41 horsepower increase from the i4 M50, going up to 593 horsepower when My Modes Sport is selected, up 57 horsepower from the M50. Production of the 2026 i4 line starts this month.

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

2026 Lexus RZ BEV Starts At $48,590 This Month

The 2026 Lexus RZ battery electric vehicle (BEV) goes on sale this month. All 2026 Lexus BEVs will come standard with adapters that allow backward compatibility to charge at SAE J1772 and Combined Charging System stations and starting this month, model year 2023-25 Lexus RZ drivers will receive a letter from Lexus directing them to contact their dealer to receive one complimentary NACS charging adapter. The RZ 350e starts at $48,590 (including $1,295 delivery, processing and handling charge).

2026 Kia Niro HEV Starts At $28,535

The 2026 Kia Niro HEV is powered by a 1.6-liter GDI four-cylinder engine paired with a 32kW electric motor, delivering a combined 139 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. The 2026 Niro HEV is rated at a Kia-estimated 53 MPG combined for LX, EX and SX trims. Standard features include Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, and Blind-Spot Collision Warning. Available features include Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control and Highway Driving Assist. The 2026 Niro HEV LX starts at $28,535 (including $1,445 destination charge).

Mitsubishi Elevance Concept

The Mitsubishi Elevance Concept, with three-row, six-passenger seating, is an plug-in hybrid electric SUV concept featuring a quad-motor 4WD system utilizing Mitsubishi Motors' signature Super-All Wheel Control technology and introduces AI Co-Driver.

2026 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Coming Soon

The 2026 Jeep® Grand Cherokee, available in Laredo, Limited and Summit trims, is powered by an all-new 324 horsepower 2.0-liter Hurricane 4 Turbo engine. The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee will continue to offer a two-row, three-row Grand Cherokee L and plug-in hybrid propulsion options. Inside, a new 12.3-inch infotainment unit with a reworked cabin elevates Grand Cherokee’s technology advancements. The new infotainment screen adds to a range of available features, including a 10.25-inch passenger display, Active Driving Assist technology and a premium McIntosh 19-speaker sound system. The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the second of four new vehicles launching from the Jeep brand in North America in the second half of this year, joining the all-new 2026 Jeep Cherokee, 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer and all-electric Jeep Recon.

SEMA: INFINITI QX80 R-Spec

The INFINITI QX80 R-Spec is powered by a modified 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 GT-R NISMO engine capable of 1,000 horsepower, with custom turbochargers, intercoolers, exhaust manifolds and an upgraded fuel system. R-Spec has bronze 24-inch wheels designed to resemble those from the GT-R, with a 12-inch width accommodating 315 section-width tires.

SEMA: Toyota Camry GT-S Concept

The Toyota Camry GT-S Concept, with 20-inch performance wheels mounted with 245/35R20 tires fill the wheel wells, is powered by a 232 horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid system. At each corner, adjustable coilovers lower the chassis by 1.5 inches, a high-performance brake upgrade includes massive 8-piston calipers squeezing 365mm front rotors with 6-piston calipers matched with 356mm rear rotors. 

Thursday, October 23, 2025

All-New 6th Generation Toyota RAV4 Starts Arriving In December

The all-new 6th generation Toyota RAV4, available in core, rugged, and sport exterior style designs across seven trim levels, is powered by either hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrain with available front- or electronic on-demand all-wheel drive. The 5th generation Toyota hybrid system has 236 net combined system horsepower on AWD Models and 226 horsepower on FWD models with up to a manufacturer estimated 44 MPG combined rating (FWD Model). The 6th generation PHEV powertrain has a 23% Increase in manufacturer estimated all-electric driving range rating of up to 52 miles from a 324 net combined system horsepower that delivers a manufacturer estimated 41 MPG combined fuel economy rating. The core design includes LE, XLE Premium and Limited grades. The Woodland grade pictured above has the rugged exterior has 8.5-inches of ground clearance while the SE, XSE  and first-ever GR SPORT model make up the sport grades. An all-new 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster is standard while a head up display is available on the hybrid Limited and PHEV XSE grades. The 2026 RAV4 Hybrid models are expected to start arriving at U.S. Toyota dealerships in December of this year with a starting MSRP in the low $30,000’s for the Hybrid FWD model. Full pricing will be available at a later date. The 2026 RAV4 PHEV models are expected to start arriving at U.S. Toyota dealerships in the Spring of 2026.

2026 Lexus GX Starts At $66,935

The 2026 Lexus GX, available in six grades, is powered by a 349 horsepower 3.4-L Twin Turbo V6 engine paired with a 10-speed Direct Shift Automatic Transmission, and an EPA-estimated highway fuel economy rating of 21 MPG. Towing capacity is up to 9,063 lbs. The GX has seating for up to seven (Premium, Premium+, Luxury, Luxury+) and the second row is available in captain’s chairs or a 60:40 split-folding bench (Premium+, Luxury, Luxury+). Heated and ventilated outboard seats are standard in the driver and front passenger seats, with available heated second-row seats. The third row is available in both power and manual seat configurations. A rear seat reminder is included as a safety and convenience feature. All GX models come standard with Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 which includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Risk Avoidance Emergency Steer Assist, Left Turn Oncoming Vehicle Detection/Braking, Full-speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Emergency Driving Stop System, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Road Sign Assist, Proactive Driving Assist. The GX 550 Premium starts at $66,935 (including $1,450 delivery, processing and handling fee). 

Thursday, October 16, 2025

2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale Coming At Yearend

The 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale, with a new front fascia and offered in Sprint, Veloce and Sport Speciale trims, is powered by a 268 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission and standard Q4 all-wheel-drive system. The 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale begins arriving in North America showrooms at the end of 2025. Additional details, including pricing, will be announced closer to launch.

2026 Jeep® Grand Wagoneer Starts At $64,740 By Yearend

The new 2026 Jeep® Grand Wagoneer, powered by a 420 horsepower 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbo inline six-cylinder engine with a towing capability of up to 10,000 lbs. The 647 horsepower 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) is powered by a liquid-cooled 92-kWh battery pack paired with a 3.6-liter V-6 engine that converts to electrical power by the onboard 130-kWgenerator delivering an anticipated total range upwards of 500 miles. The 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer lineup is set to begin production later this year starting at $64,740 (including $2,595 destination charge). The REEV will be available later.

2027 Chevrolet Bolt Starts At $28,995 In 2026 First Quarter

The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt LT electric vehicle is back, available in RS trim, powered by the X76 drive unit's 210 horsepower permanent magnetic drive motor delivering a GM-estimated 255 miles of range at a price of $28,995 (including $1,395 DFC). The 2027 Bolt is the 10th GM EV model to use the X76 drive unit with a 210 horsepower permanent magnetic drive motor. Features include a 11.3-inch-diagonal infotainment screen that has Google built-in and apps powered by OnStar Connectivity and there's an 11-inch-diagonal driver information screen. Driver assistance technology including Intersection Collision Mitigation, Rear Automatic Braking and Rear Cross Traffic Alert with Braking. Bolt offers a NACS charging port and can take advantage of DC public fast charging up to 150 kW, charging more than 2.5x faster than the previous Bolt. With DC public fast charging, drivers can now go from 10% to 80% battery charge in 26 minutes. The 2027 Chevy Bolt will be assembled in Kansas City, Kansas and will be available at Chevrolet dealers in the first quarter of 2026.

Thursday, October 9, 2025

2026 Mazda CX-70 Starts At $43,780

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 two-row crossover SUV is powered by a 280 horsepower e-Skyactiv-G 3.3L Inline 6 Turbo with M-Hybrid Boost or a 323 horsepower e-Skyactiv PHEV with an all-electric range of 30 miles. Each powertrain is paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard i-Activ all-wheel drive, Kinematic Posture Control, and Mi-Drive modes with Sport and Off-Road. New for 2026, the 3.3 Turbo Preferred trims have standard ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, eight-way power adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar and two-position memory, and eight-way power adjustable passenger seat. Standard technologies include Alexa Built-in, 12.3-inch Mazda Connect center infotainment display with touch functionality when using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, a seven-inch TFT LCD instrument panel display, eight-speaker audio system, wireless phone charging, front and rear dual USB-C inputs, Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry, push-button start, and automatic climate control. The CX-70 starts at $43,780 (including $1,530 destination and handling) for the 3.3 Turbo Preferred trim level.

Volvo EX30 Single Motor Comes To U.S. At $38,950

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor with an EPA-estimated range of up to 261 miles comes to the U.S. following last year’s introduction of the 422 horsepower EX30 Twin Motor Performance. The EX30 Single Motor is offered in Plus equipment level with a starting MSRP of $38,950. The EX30 Cross Country, with higher ground clearance, standard all-wheel drive and available 18-inch all-terrain accessory tires and an EPA-estimated range of up to 227 miles, will be available only as the Twin Motor Ultra model with a starting MSRP of $48,150.

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Starts At A Lower $36,600

The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 has substantial pricing reductions across its lineup ranging from $7,600 to $9,800, enabling Hyundai to better align with current market dynamics and support increased U.S. production volume. The IONIQ 5 starts at $36,600 (including $1,600 freight charges), a $7,600 price decrease, for the 168 horsepower SE RWD Standard Range with a 125 kW electric motor. The top-of-the-line 320 horsepower IONIQ 5 Limited AWD with 74 kW and 165 kW electric motors is $50,575, a $9,225 price reduction. 

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

2026 Lexus LS 500 AWD Heritage Edition Coming Soon

The 2026 Lexus LS 500 AWD Heritage Edition, limited to 250 units in the United States, is powered by a 416 horsepower 3.4-liter, twin-turbo V6 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. This model is offered as mono spec finished Ninety Noir exterior color, a Rioja Red interior and 20-inch split-20-spoke alloy wheels featuring a Dark Gray Metallic finish. Standard features include a panorama glass roof and a Panoramic View Monitor. Other features include heated rear seats, a power lift-up buckle, and a Mark Levinson® 23-speaker, 2,400-watt Reference Surround Sound system with QuantumLogic® Immersion. Advanced Park is also standard on the Heritage Edition model. The 2026 LS 500 AWD Heritage Edition will have a starting MSRP of $99,280 (including $1,450 Delivery, Processing and Handling fee) and is expected to arrive in dealerships this Fall.

2026 Lexus LX Starts At $107,950

The 2026 Lexus LX, offered in Premium, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Ultra Luxury, and Overtrail grades, is powered by a 409 horsepower 3.4-liter V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine paired with a 10-speed Direct Shift Automatic Transmission in the LX 600. The LX 700h, with a nickel-metal hydride battery, has a hybrid system combined with the same engine as the LX 600 that produces 457 horsepower delivering an EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating of 20 MPG. The Overtrail grade, with 33-inch All-Terrain tires and 18-inch wheels, is available exclusively on LX 700h with two or three-rows and adds front and rear locking differentials, a 2,400W AC inverter, and off-road all-weather floor liners. The F SPORT Appearance Package is offered exclusively on the LX 700h F SPORT Handling model. The Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 is standard across the LX lineup. For LX models equipped with a third row, power-folding rear seats are split 50:50. There's a standard 12.3-inch high-definition upper touchscreen and a 7-inch lower touchscreen which displays the climate control screen and MTS. It also features vehicle information including: differential lock status, mode selection when using Drive Mode Select, Downhill Assist Control, Crawl Control and vehicle height control. The 2026 Lexus LX starting MSRP is $107,950 (including $1,450 Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee).