Wednesday, July 30, 2025

2026 Subaru Uncharted EV Coming In Early 2026

The all-new 2026 Subaru Uncharted EV, powered by a 74.7-kWh, high-capacity lithium-ion battery, delivers up to 338 horsepower and a manufacturer-estimated range of more than 300 miles on a single charge. Compared to the Solterra EV, the all-new Subaru Uncharted is shorter by nearly 7 inches but offers more than 25 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row. Uncharted Sport and GT models are equipped with standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with X-MODE®, an anticipated range of up to 290 miles, and 338 horsepower while the 221 horsepower entry-level Uncharted Premium FWD model will be offered in limited numbers at a lower price point. The all-new 2026 Subaru Uncharted. features a standard 14-inch touchscreen for infotainment, including wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility. Dual wireless smartphone chargers in the front center console are standard, and there are dual USB-C chargers for rear seat passengers. The all-new 2026 Subaru Uncharted will go on sale at retailers nationwide in early 2026.

2026 GMC Acadia Coming In The 3rd Quarter

The 2026 GMC Acadia, powered by a 328 horsepower 2.5-liter turbocharged engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and a maximum available towing capacity of up to 5,000 lbs., will receive the Denali Ultimate trim with a signature Vader Chrome grille and GMC logo, LED daytime running lamps with animated lighting sequence, exclusive badging, and 22-inch machined aluminum wheels with After Midnight Metallic finish. The Acadia Denali Ultimate also gets heated and ventilated Woodland Mahogany full leather massaging front seats with plaited contrast stitching, Paldao wood with laser-etched accents and embossed topographical maps on the seat backs, door trim and map pockets, unique floor mats and Denali Ultimate badging on the vehicle’s seat backs. The 2026 GMC Acadia is expected to arrive at dealerships beginning in the third quarter of 2025, with Denali Ultimate coming later in the year. 

2026 Subaru Crosstrek Starts At $28,415 This Fall

The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek, available in Base, Premium, Sport, Sport Hybrid, Limited, Limited Hybrid and Wilderness trim levels, is powered by a 180 horsepower 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine while the new Crosstrek Hybrid  (shown above) is equipped with an Atkinson/Miller-cycle 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine paired to electric motors and a high-capacity lithium-ion battery making 194 horsepower combined. Standard features include dual 7.0-inch Subaru touchscreens, EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, steering responsive LED headlights, SI-DRIVE engine performance management, 17-inch alloy wheels in dark gray finish, dual-zone automatic climate control, and Tire Pressure Monitoring System with individual tire display and automatic individual wheel ID registration. Subaru Crosstrek starts $28,415 (including $1,420 destination and delivery) while the Hybrid starts at $35,415. The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek and Crosstrek Hybrid arrive at retailers beginning this Fall.

2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Coming In The 4th Quarter

The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander gets a mid-cycle refresh and is equipped with a new 1.5-liter turbocharged, 16-valve, four-cylinder gasoline engine combined with the company's first mild-hybrid system replacing the 2.5-liter engine in the current Outlander. 2026 also will see the introduction of a new LE trim, slotted between the entry-level ES and mid-grade SE, as well as a top-line SEL Black Edition and the return of the Ralliart model. Pricing and more information on the 2026 Outlander will be released later this year and the vehicle will be available in Q4 2025.

New 2026 Hyundai Palisade Starts At $40,430 Soon

The new 2026 Hyundai Palisade three-row SUV, 2.5 inches longer on a wheelbase that's 2.7 inches longer than the previous generation, is powered by the standard 287 horsepower 3.5-liter V6 direct-injected engine coupled to an 8-speed automatic transmission with a two-chamber torque converter or a hybrid powertrain with a 258 horsepower 2.5-liter turbocharged in-line four-cylinder engine combined with two electric motors mounted in the six-speed automatic transmission’s case for a total estimated system output of up to 329 horsepower which is expected to achieve up to 34 mpg combined, yielding an internally targeted range of up to 619 miles. The naturally-aspirated V6 is targeting a 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity while the hybrid powertrain has an estimated 4,000 lbs. of maximum towing capacity. Relaxation seats for front- and second-row passengers, provides additional degrees of recline and deployable upper-leg supports to help reduce fatigue during extended seating periods. Eight passenger seating is available across various trims with available captain’s chairs including one-touch second-row tilt-and-slide functionality. Third-row seats are available with power-folding, sliding, and power-reclining mechanisms, along with heating. Cup holders and 100-watt-capable USB-C ports are readily accessible in each row. The 2026 SE FWD Palisade starts at $40,430 (including $1,495 freight charge) while the hybrid starts at $45,155 and are arriving at Hyundai dealers now, with hybrid models scheduled to go on sale early Fall.

Jeep Wagoneer Limited and Wagoneer Super Editions Start At $76,535

The new Jeep Wagoneer Limited and Wagoneer Super, powered by a 420 horsepower 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged Hurricane inline-six engine and a towing capacity of up to 10,000 pounds, will join the previously announced Wagoneer Overland Special Edition. All Jeep Wagoneer models, including these new limited-edition models, are available in short- or long-wheelbase configurations. The Wagoneer Limited starts at $76,535 (including destination) and the Wagoneer Super package has an MSRP of $82,535 and are open for orders now. 

All-New 2026 Mazda CX-5 Arrives Early 2026

The all-new, third-generation 2026 Mazda CX-5, 4.5-inches longer in overall length and in wheelbase and over half an inch wider than the previous model, will launch with a 187 horsepower 2.5-liter SkyActiv-G four-cylinder engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and standard i-Activ AWD. A new 15.6-inch integrated touchscreen display is available with Google built-in to integrate key Google apps and services, like Google Gemini, an AI assistant allowing owners to ask complex questions. The rear cargo area is almost two inches longer and over an inch higher with a lower lift-in height that drops over half an inch from its predecessor for easy loading and unloading. The all-new 2026 Mazda CX-5 goes on sale in early 2026 with an electrified CX-5 hybrid to debut in 2027. 

Sunday, July 6, 2025

Test Drive: 2025 Toyota 4Runner 4x4 Platinum i-FORCE MAX Hybrid


Richard Saxton reviews the 2025 Toyota 4Runner 4x4 Platinum i-FORCE MAX which is powered by the new 326 horsepower 2.4 liter turbocharged i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain and starts at $64,310 (including $1,450 DPH).

Thursday, June 26, 2025

2026 INFINITI QX60 Starts At $53,195 Now

The 2026 INFINITI QX60, offered in PURE, LUXE, SPORT and AUTOGRAPH, is powered by a 268 horsepower  Variable Compression Turbo engine. QX60 has a best-in-class towing rating of 6,000 pounds when properly equipped. QX60 models with front-wheel drive are estimated to return 22 mpg city, 28 mpg highway and 24 mpg combined, while models with available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive are estimated to deliver 22 mpg city, 27 mpg highway and 24 mpg combined. The QX60 has dual 12.3-inch displays with Google built-in, Klipsch® premium sound systems with up to 20 speakers, ProPILOT Assist 2.12 including Invisible Hood View, which uses advanced image processing to take footage from the vehicle's exterior cameras to project an image of what's directly underneath the vehicle onto the in-car displays. The QX60 PURE starts at $53,195 (including $1,995 destination & handling) and $55,195 with Intelligent All-Wheel Drive4. The first-ever QX60 SPORT grade is priced from $63,695. 

2026 Nissan Armada Adds NISMO Grade This Fall

The 2026 Nissan Armada adds the NISMO trim level to the lineup of SV, SL, Platinum, PRO-4X, NISMO and Platinum Reserve grades. The Armada NISMO, equipped with second-row captain’s chairs, is powered by a 460 horsepower twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 engine, 35 more horsepower than the others, and mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. Inside, NISMO-specific quilted leather appointments are finished in charcoal with red accents and stitching. Available Invisible Hood View, Front Wide View and 3D Intelligent Around View® Monitor help drivers spot obstacles around the vehicle. The 2026 Armada will reach Nissan dealerships this Fall.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

All-New 2026 Nissan LEAF Coming This Fall

The all-new completely reimagined third-generation 2026 Nissan LEAF powered by a new 3-in-1 powertrain with compact integrated motor, inverter and reducer with liquid cooled lithium-ion batteries with up to 75-kWh usable capacity will reach U.S. Nissan dealerships in the Fall, with other markets to follow.

2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X On 8th Generation Platform

The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X electrified all-wheel drive performance car, on the eighth generation platform, is powered by a 1,064 horsepower 5.5-liter Gemini small-block LT7 twin-turbo V8 engine sent to the rear wheels through an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission with a 186 horsepower front-axle motor.  Further details on price and availability will be shared closer to production.

2026 BMW XM Label Coming This Fall

The 2026 BMW XM Label, the most powerful road vehicle ever produced by BMW M, is powered by the M HYBRID system which consists of a V8 engine with a peak output of 577 horsepower and an electric motor integrated into the eight-speed M Steptronic transmission delivering up to 194 horsepower. The Interior choices are BMW Individual Night Blue Full Merino Leather with Vintage Coffee accents, BMW Individual Black Full Merino Leather with Vintage Coffee accents, and BMW Individual Silverstone Extended Merino leather with Black accents. Production at BMW’s Plant Spartanburg in South Carolina will begin in August. Pricing will be announced closer to the start of production.

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

2026 Cadillac ESCALADE IQL EV Coming Mid-Year

The all-electric 2026 Cadillac ESCALADE IQL, which adds passenger and cargo capacity compared to the ESCALADE IQ, delivers up to a Cadillac-estimated 460 miles of range from a 24- module GM battery producing 205 kWh and customers can expect up to 116 miles of range in 10 minutes at a public DC Fast Charging Station. The Escalade IQL also comes equipped with vehicle-to-home bidirectional charging capabilities, which when paired with the GM Energy V2H Bundle, allows for the transfer of energy between the vehicle and a properly equipped home during times of need. The ESCALADE IQL has a curved pillar-to-pillar 55-inch total diagonal display and seating available for up to seven total passengers, with a power folding third-row, which folds flat for more storage. The Executive Second Row package features stowable tray tables, 12.6-inch-diagonal personal screens, a rear command center, dual wireless phone charging pads and massaging, heating, and ventilated seats, which also offer 14-way power adjustment and headrest speakers. ESCALADE IQL will be sold globally, including in the U.S. and Canada, with production starting in mid-2025 at General Motors’ Factory ZERO plant in Detroit.

2026 Cadillac OPTIQ-V EV Starts At $68,795 Later This Year

The 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ-V powered by a Cadillac-estimated 519 horsepower standard dual motor all-wheel drive drivetrain with an 85-kilowatt-hour battery pack that will enable a Cadillac-estimated 275 miles of range. MSRP starts at an estimated $68,795 (including destination freight charge). OPTIQ-V has a 33-inch-diagonal advanced LED display, standard 19- speaker AKG9 Studio Audio System with Dolby Atmos®, Super Cruise driver assistance technology (with three years of OnStar connected service), radar, camera and ultrasonic sensor technology integrated throughout OPTIQ-V, Blind Zone Steering Assist, Enhanced Automatic Parking and Forward Collision Alert. OPTIQ-V will be sold in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Middle East, and Israel with production starting in Fall 2025.

Friday, May 30, 2025

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 EV Starts At $60,555 Now

The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 EV is powered by a 110.3 kWh long-range battery with the 215 horsepower 160 kW S RWD model delivering an EPA-estimated 335-mile driving range with a starting price of $60,555 (including $1,600 freight charge). The five other IONIQ 9 models are the 303 horsepower SE AWD at $64,365 and SEL AWD for $67,920 with an EPA-estimated 320-mile driving range while the 422 horsepower Performance models have an EPA-estimated 311-mile driving range and start at $72,850. IONIQ 9 features a 12.3-inch cluster and a 12.3-inch integrated monitor in a curved display. Advanced Driver Assistance Systems include Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Warning, Safe Exit Assist, Advanced Rear Occupant Alert, Driver Attention Warning, Blind-Spot View Monitor, High Beam Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, and Parking Distance Warning. IONIQ 9 customer deliveries have begun. 

IONIQ 9 made its debut at the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show, click to watch video.


All-new Jeep Cherokee Arrives Later This Year

The all-new Jeep Cherokee, reimagined from the ground up, will have ICE propulsion systems, plug-in, hybrid and all-electric offerings when it arrives in late 2025.

2026 Dodge Durango SUV Starts At $40,490

The  three-row 2026 Dodge Durango lineup will feature the Durango GT powered by a 295 horsepower 3.6-liter V-6 engine and Durango R/T powered by a 360 horsepower 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with standard all-wheel drive, both mated to a TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission. The Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat has 710-horsepower. Dodge Durango offers standard Blind-spot Monitoring (with Trailer Tow Detection System for trailer tow-equipped models), standard trailer-sway control, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Rear Cross Path detection and Uconnect Access with 9-1-1 call and roadside assistance. Ordering for 2026 Dodge Durango GT and Durango R/T models will open in June, with vehicles scheduled to start arriving at Dodge dealerships in Q3 2025 with a starting price for the Durango GT of $40,490 (including $1,995 destination) and $51,990 for the 2026 Durango R/T.

BMW M2 CS Starts At $99,775 In 3rd Quarter

The new BMW M2 CS is powered by a 523 horsepower 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine with M TwinPower Turbo sending its power to the rear wheels via a standard 8-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic. Standard equipment in the new BMW M2 CS includes automatic climate control, comfort access, a Harman Kardon Surround Sound System, and BMW Live Cockpit Professional, BMW Head-Up Display, a 12.3-inch information display and a 14.9-inch control display. The M2 CS will be produced in limited numbers with a base MSRP of $99,775 (including $1,175 destination and handling) with deliveries expected to start in the 3rd quarter.

2026 Kia EV9 Adds Range, Starts At $56,395

The all-electric 2026 Kia EV9 three-row EV SUV, which largely carries over into its third model year, adds the Nightfall Edition package on the Land AWD trim and is offered with both 6-passenger and 7-passenger seating configurations. The all-electric range is increased on the Light Long Range trim to a Kia-estimated 305 miles, on the Wind & Land to 283 miles and on the GT-Line to 280 miles. Pricing starts at $56,395 (including $1,495 destination) on the EV9 Light SR model and goes up to $73,395 on the EV9 GT-Line.