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All-New 2026 Subaru Outback Goes On Sale Late 2025

The all-new seventh-generation 2026 Subaru Outback, available in Premium, Limited, Touring, Limited XT, Touring XT, and Wilderness trim levels, is powered by a revised 180 horsepower 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine paired to a Lineartronic® CVT (continuously variable transmission) with 8-speed manual shift mode or a 260 horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged Subaru BOXER® engine available on Outback XT models and exclusive to Outback Wilderness. Outback comes standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and the latest version of Subaru’s EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, and adds an all-new 12.1-inch touchscreen center display paired with 12.3-inch full digital gauge cluster standard on all models. Outback gets a 2-inch taller roofline to offer 34.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity, 2 cubic feet more than its predecessor. The 2026 Subaru Outback goes on sale in late 2025.

New 2026 Hyundai Palisade Arrives Early Summer

The new 2026 Hyundai Palisade three-row SUV, 2.5 inches longer overall and with an all-new exterior, is powered by either a newly developed 287 horsepower 3.5-liter V6 direct-injected engine coupled to an 8-speed automatic transmission with a two-chamber torque converter or a 329 total horsepower hybrid that combines a 258 horsepower 2.5-liter turbocharged in-line four-cylinder engine with two electric motors mounted in the six-speed automatic transmission’s case adding up to 90 horsepower expected to achieve 30+ mpg on the highway for an internally targeted range of up to 619 miles. The hybrid powertrain also offers an estimated 4,000 lbs. of maximum towing capacity. New available convenience technologies are first- and second-row Relaxation seating, 100-watt capable USB-C ports, and factory-installed tow hitch plus new safety technologies include built-in dual-camera Dash Cam, ten airbags, third-row seatbelt pre-tensioners and load limiters. The 2026 Palisade supports the latest version of Hyundai Digital Key 2.0 Premium4 which allows owners to leave their key fob at home and use a supported smartphone or smartwatch to lock, unlock, and start their vehicle. The suite of Advanced Driver Assist Systems includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Safe Exit Assist, Forward Attention Warning, High Beam Assist, Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control, Lane Following Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist-Reverse, and Remote Smart Parking Assist. The 2026 Palisade are set to arrive at Hyundai dealers in early Summer.

The all-new 2026 Palisade XRT PRO is powered by a newly developed 287 horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine coupled to an 8-speed automatic transmission with a multi-plate torque converter. The HTRAC® All-Wheel Drive (AWD) on XRT PRO is targeting a 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity.  XRT PRO has 8.4 inches of ground clearance, one inch more than non XRT PRO models.

2026 Kia EV9 Nightfall Edition Coming In The 2nd Quarter

The 2026 Kia EV9 Nightfall Edition, with the 379 horsepower generated from its dual motors, features a standard Boost function that increases torque from 443 lb.-ft to 516 lb.-ft. Offered on the dual-motor Land AWD trim with 6-passenger and available 7-passenger seating configurations, the EV9 Nightfall Edition has Gloss Black, including new exclusive 20-inch Gloss Black wheels with dark Kia emblem, wrapped in 275/50R-20 all-season tires. The EV9 Nightfall is available with a 60/40 split-fold second row bench that increases seating capacity to seven. The all-electric EV9 now qualifies for the federal EV tax credit. Sales are anticipated to begin in the second quarter of 2025.

2026 Kia EV4 sedan Arrives 1st Quarter 2026

The all-new 2026 Kia EV4 sedan, based on a 400V Electric Global Modular Platform which underpins multiple Kia EV models, offers a choice of a standard 58.3 kWh battery (Light) or long-range 81.4 kWh battery (Wind, GT-Line). Both battery configurations provide power to a front-mounted 150 kW motor. The front wheel-drive EV4 Light and Wind models have an all-electric Kia-estimated range of 235 miles and 330 miles, respectively. The EV4 is capable of charging from 10 to 80 percent charge in an estimated 29 minutes for the 58.3 kWh (Light) battery and 31 minutes for the 81.4 kWh (Wind, GT-Line) battery. The EV4 has a nearly 30-inch total combined wide-screen display, comprised of dual 12.3-inch screens and five-inch climate display. The EV4 is expected to be available in Light, Wind and GT-Line trim levels when it arrives in the U.S. for the first quarter of 2026.

2026 Kia K4 Hatchback Coming Late This Year

The 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback is powered by a standard 47 horsepower 2.0-liter engine matched with an intelligently variable transmission or an available 190 horsepower 1.6-liter, turbocharged engine. The K4 Hatchback’s driver cockpit is designed around a dual digital display7 that spans nearly 30 inches, combining an intuitive layout with the technology of Kia’s available Connected Car Navigation Cockpit system. Available features include ultra-wide glass sunroof, Harman Kardon audio, heated and ventilated front seats2 dressed in SynTex (in black or red) complement. Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert are standard, while Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist and Blind-Spot View Monitor, Surround-View Monitor and Parking Distance Warning are available. The K4 Hatchback is expected to launch in the U.S. late 2025 and will be available in standard appearance and GT-Line trims.

2026 Subaru Solterra BEV Arrives Later This Year

The new 2026 Subaru Solterra is powered by a 74.7-kWh lithium-ion battery, providing an estimated range of more than 285 miles, up more than 25 per cent compared to the outgoing model. The 2026 Solterra adds more powerful front and rear motors to make 233 horsepower while for the first time, a Solterra XT trim level adds more powerful dual electric motors that combine to make 338 horsepower. A new all-wheel drive system integrates independent front and rear motor outputs. The 2026 Solterra’s new high-capacity lithium-ion battery pack charges from 10% to 80% in less than 35 minutes at speeds up to approximately 150 kW. Standard NACS charging ports will allow Subaru EV owners to charge at more than 15,000 Tesla Superchargers across North Americai. At home, the Solterra offers convenient Level 1 or Level 2 charging compatibility. The 5-seat SUV includes 8.3 inches of ground clearance. Pricing and detailed specifications for the 2026 Subaru Solterra will be available when it goes on sale later this year.

2026 Subaru Trailseeker BEV Coming Early Next Year

The all-new 2026 Subaru Trailseeker is powered by a 74.7-kWh lithium-ion, high-capacity battery, delivering more than 260 miles of range from a single charge. Trailseeker comes standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive from two powerful electric motors placed on the front and rear axles, making approximately 375 horsepower and offering towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds. For off-road, Trailseeker is equipped with X-MODE® Dual-Mode System with Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud Modes, Grip Control and Downhill Assist Control. The standard 14-inch Subaru Multimedia touchscreen offers wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility. All models are equipped with a suite of EyeSight® driver-assistance technologies, including Pre-Collision Braking, Front Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Monitors, Lane Departure Alert, a panoramic view monitor, Emergency Stop Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Change Assist, Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control, and more. Pricing and detailed specifications will be available closer to launch in early 2026. 

All-New 2026 Audi A6 Coming In 2nd Half 2025

The all-new 2026 Audi A6, 2.36 inches longer than the previous model, is powered by a 362 horsepower 3.0L TFSI, 6 cylinder engine with quattro® All-Wheel Drive mated to a 7-Speed S tronic Dual-Clutch Transmission. The A6 has the Audi virtual cockpit with an 11.9-inch display diagonal and the 14.5-inch MMI touch display with the optional 10.9-inch MMI front passenger display, which is integrated into the dashboard design. More information will follow closer to the U.S. on-sale date in the second half of 2025.

2026 Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID Wagon Coming Later This Year

The new 2026 Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID Wagon has 577 total combined horsepower from a 443 horsepower AMG-enhanced 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder turbocharged engine and permanently excited synchronous electric motor powers. The optional AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package, which adds RACE START, delivers 604 horsepower from a 161 horsepower electric motor integrated into the AMG SPEEDSHIFT® TCT 9G transmission and a 400-volt, 28.6-kWh battery at the rear of the vehicle below the trunk floor. The battery is designed with a 21.2-kWh usable capacity for everyday driving, while the remaining energy is reserved for electric boost during dynamic acceleration. The AMG E 53 HYBRID Wagon will be arriving at U.S. dealerships later in 2025.

2026 BMW 228 Gran Coupe Starts At $40,775 Mid-Year

The new two-wheel-drive 2026 BMW 228 Gran Coupe is powered by the same 241 horsepower 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder engine found in the 228 xDrive Gran Coupe and starts at $40,775 (including $1,175 destination and handling). The 228 Gran Coupe benefits from all of the enhancements and refinements introduced on the xDrive model last fall, including the standard M Sport exterior design, standard Adaptive M Suspension, BMW Curved Display running BMW Operating System 9, and available systems for automated driving and parking. Deliveries of the 2026 BMW 228 Gran Coupe are expected to commence in mid-2025.

2026 BMW i5 eDrive40 Has More Range

The 2026 BMW i5 eDrive40 will have an increased range up to 310 miles and the xDrive40 up to 278 miles depending on wheel size. The improvements are due largely to the use of silicon carbide semiconductor components in the power electronics (SiC inverters), as well as optimized wheel bearings that reduce friction and rolling resistance.

Mercedes-AMG CLE MANUFAKTUR Arrives Later This Year

The new limited Mercedes-AMG CLE MANUFAKTUR Edition, based on the 2026 AMG CLE 53 Coupe and Cabriolet with specially curated exteriors, is powered by a 443 horsepower AMG-enhanced 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine equipped with an exhaust gas turbocharger and electric auxiliary compressor mated to an AMG SPEEDSHIFT® TCT 9G transmission and AMG Performance 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel drive. The Coupe is finished in MANUFAKTUR Graphite Grey Magno paint and yellow AMG graphics and has 20-inch AMG Forged Cross-Spoke wheels in black with yellow rim flanges while the Cabriolet has AMG-exclusive MANUFAKTUR Starling Blue Magno paint, highlighted by black and blue AMG graphics along with 20-inch AMG Multi-Spoke Y-Design wheels with black accents. This special model arrives at U.S. dealerships later this year and will be available to U.S. customers in limited numbers. 

All-New Second-Generation Hyundai NEXO Coming Later This Year

The all-new second-generation Hyundai NEXO hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) is longer, wider and taller than its predecessor and has increased total output from 135 kW to 190 kW while the battery’s output has doubled from 40 kW to 80 kW. The hydrogen fuel cell stack now delivers maximum gross power of 110 kW, a 16 percent increase, while the new electric motor provides up to 150 kW. By adjusting motor output, the e-Handling system optimizes grip, boosting steering response and stability. The rear doors open wider than the previous-generation making it easier to get in and out. The NEXO targets more than 434 miles of range from a five-minute charge. NEXO has a 12.3-inch driver information cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment monitor. It will be available in Creamy White Pearl, Phantom Black Pearl, Amazon Gray Metallic, Ocean Indigo Matte, Ecotronic Gray Pearl, and Goyo Copper Pearl colors. NEXO is coming to global markets later this year.

2026 Toyota Crown

The 2026 Toyota Crown, available in XLE, Limited, Nightshade and Platinum grades, has 340 net combined horsepower from front and rear electric motors paired with a 2.4-liter turbocharged engine and mated to a direct-shift 6-speed automatic transmission delivering an EPA-estimated 30 MPG combined city/highway fuel economy rating. The XLE, Limited and Nightshade grades are equipped with the Toyota Hybrid System that pairs front and rear electric motors with a 2.5-liter engine for an EPA-estimated 41 MPG combined city/highway rating. All-Wheel Drive Toyota Hybrid System and Hybrid MAX is available only on the Platinum grade. All Toyota Crown models feature the Toyota Audio Multimedia system and a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen, which users can interact through touch and voice activation. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, Proactive Driving Assist, Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.

Aston Martin Vanquish Volante

The Aston Martin Vanquish Volante is powered by a new 824 horsepower 5.2-litre Twin Turbo V12 engine mated to a rear mounted eight-speed automatic transmission delivering a top speed of 214 mph. Pre-defined ESP modes (On, Track, Off, Wet), are selectable via the ESP button on the center console. Only 37 will be built over a one-year period to celebrate 60 years of Volante production. The total Vanquish production is limited to under 1000 each year. The lightweight K-fold roof can be opened in 14-seconds and closed in 16-seconds, and is operatable on the move up to 31mph. Aston Martin’s next generation infotainment showcases the digital 10.25” TFT driver display and there's the Bowers & Wilkins 15-speaker, double amplified surround sound system. Optimized underbody stiffening provides a 75 per cent increase in lateral stiffness over the previous flagship convertible. 

All-New 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Starts At $30,920

The all-new, third-generation 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan, powered by a revised 201 horsepower 2.0-liter engine, features a standard 12.9-inch display with available 15-inch display, available 30-color interior ambient lighting, quilted leather, American walnut finishes, and front seats with massage and balance features. The next generation of Volkswagen’s 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Pro system is standard. The gear selector has now been moved onto the steering column, freeing up space for a large center console for storage. The 2025 Tiguan pricing starts with the S trim at $30,920 (including $1,425 destination charge) for front-wheel drive and $32,420 for 4Motion® all-wheel drive. 

2025 Acura ADX On Sale Now Starting At $36,350

The all-new 2025 Acura ADX premium compact SUV, at 185-inches long, is powered by a 190 horsepower turbocharged 1.5-liter VTEC 4-cylinder engine mated to a standard continuously variable automatic transmission and is on sale now starting at $36,350 (including $1,350 destination charge) and $38,350 for AWD. Features include a 10.2-inch Acura Precision Cockpit™ digital instrument display, 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto™ compatibility and Qi-compatible 15W wireless smartphone charger. ADX comes standard with a moonroof, heated front seats, dual-zone climate controls, rear air conditioning vents, a power tailgate with Walk Away Close and 18-inch alloy wheels.

All-New Mercedes-Benz CLA EV

The all-new Mercedes-Benz CLA, approximately 1.6 inches longer and on a 2.4 inch longer wheelbase than its predecessor, comprises the 268 horsepower CLA 250+ with EQ Technology with a range of up to 491 miles according to the WLTP cycle and the 349 horsepower CLA 350 4MATIC with EQ Technology with a 107 horsepower electric drive unit on the front axle. The new all-electric CLA 250+ and CLA 350 4MATIC feature lithium-ion batteries with an 85-kWh usable capacity. The CLA 250+ with EQ Technology can be charged to a range of up to 201 miles in as little as ten minutes. DC fast charging up to 320 kW is also possible. The optional floating MBUX Superscreen extends across the entire width of the interior and features a 10.25-inch driver display, 14-inch center display and 14-inch front passenger display behind a large glass surface. The new CLA comes standard with Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and, as an option, MB.DRIVE ASSIST, which enhances Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC with Steering Assist. The navigation experience is based on Google Maps. All CLA models come standard with an expansive panoramic roof. By the end of the year, the model range will be expanded to include additional battery-electric variants and the CLA with a high-tech hybrid engine. Every CLA is offered standard with LED High Performance headlights, power folding and heated exterior mirrors, auto-dimming rear view mirror, multifunction sports steering wheel in leather, power comfort seats in MB-Tex with seat heating and 4-way lumbar support and THERMATIC single-zone climate control with air vents for the second row. Four 100-watt USB-C charging ports are also fitted standard. A key highlight is the new front fascia with illuminated Mercedes-Benz pattern.

2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Starts At $67,195 This Summer

The all-new 2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron is powered by a 375 horsepower Single Rear Motor with a 100 kWh Battery (94.4 kWh Net) starts at $67,195 (including $1,295 destination & delivery). With available ultra® package delivers an EPA-estimated 392 miles of range and 270kW DC fast charging can achieve 10-80% battery capacity recharging in as little as 21 minutes. The all-new design of the A6 Sportback e-tron family is offered exclusively in a Sportback body style for North American markets. The 456 horsepower A6 Sportback e-tron quattro, with an EPA-estimated range of 377 miles when equipped with the available ultra package, starts at $69,195. The 543 horsepower S6 Sportback e-tron delivers an EPA-estimated range of 324 miles when equipped with 20-inch wheels and starts at $79,995. There's an 11.9-inch virtual cockpit instrument display and 14.5-inch center MMI screen and an interesting option are headrest integrated speakers. All Audi A6 and S6 Sportback e-tron models are offered in Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige trim levels and feature a panoramic glass sunroof with switchable transparency as standard. The all-new 2025 Audi A6 and S6 Sportback e-tron are expected to arrive at U.S. dealerships this Summer.

New 2026 Lexus RZ EV Coming This Fall

The new 2026 Lexus RZ features a fully redesigned BEV DIRECT4 all-wheel-drive system delivering increased motor output, an extended driving range, and reduced charging time. It also introduces the next-generation Steer-by-Wire System* providing a completely new driving experience. In addition to the RZ 350e and RZ 500e, the RZ 550e F SPORT joins the lineup equipped with higher-output front and rear motors, achieving a maximum system output of 300 kW. Lexus also introduces Interactive Manual Drive for the first time. The release is planned to gradually roll out across various regions beginning in Fall 2025.

2025 Nissan Z On Sale Now Starting At $44,110

The 2025 Nissan Z, powered by a standard 400 horsepower 3.0-liter V6 twin turbo engine mated to a either six-speed manual transmission or nine-speed automatic transmission, is on sale now starting at $44,110 (including $1,140 destination and handling charge). The Z has a fully digital meter display, 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, Intelligent Cruise Control, Nissan Intelligent Key™ with push-button start, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and 18-inch wheels with Yokohama ADVAN Sport high performance tires.

2026 Genesis GV70 Starts At $49,435 Soon

The newly redesigned 2026 Genesis GV70 all wheel drive SUV is powered by a 300 horsepower 2.5L turbocharged inline four cylinder engine or a 375 horsepower 3.5L twin-turbo V6 engine feeding an all wheel drive system. The exterior has a redesigned G-Matrix Crest Grille and two-line headlamps equipped with micro lens array (MLA) technology while the interior offers an all-new 27-inch OLED display that integrates the gauge cluster and updated infotainment system into a single expansive horizontal layout. The GV70 safety and convenience capabilities include Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Blind Spot Monitor, Surround View Monitor, Rear Cross Traffic Avoidance Assist, Parking Distance Warning, and Highway Drive Assist. The 2026 GV70 starts at  $49,435 (including $1,450 freight charge). The newly redesigned 2026 GV70 will arrive at retailers in the coming weeks. 

Volvo ES90, All-Electric, Arrives Late This Year or Early 2026

The new, fully electric Volvo ES90 has a range of up to 434 miles of range under the WLTP testing cycle in Europe in the all-wheel drive variants with twin motor and 106 kWh battery. The ES90, which debuts Volvo's new 800-volt technology, can add 186 miles of range in just 10 minutes at 350 kW fast charging stations. The 14.5-inch center screen display gives access to navigation, entertainment, climate, phone and more. A new 3D view supported by a 360 camera helps navigate tight parking spaces. The panoramic roof provides UV protection of up to 99.9 per cent, and the optional electrochromic version adjusts the transparency of the glass. The new Volvo ES90 is available for order now in Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. Other markets will be added later this year and into 2026.

2025 all-electric Honda Prologue Starts At $41,350 Before Credits

The 2025 all-electric Honda Prologue, powered by a 220 horsepower single motor two-wheel drive gets a 12 mile range increase on a single charge to 308 miles while the 300 horsepower Dual Motor AWD Prologues increase range to 294 miles for the EX and Touring and 283 miles for the Elite model. Prologue's 85 kWh lithium-ion battery pack is designed to recharge 65 miles of range in about 10 minutes. The Prologue EX has an MSRP of $41,350 (including $1,450 destination charge), before the application of any government incentives or tax credits to lessees. All 2025 Prologues qualify for the U.S. $7,500 EV federal tax credit.

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Starts At $31,140

The new 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander, the brand's flagship SUV powered by a 181 horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) with eight-speed sport mode, gets a mid-cycle refresh that includes updated front grille and bumper, revised taillights, a more precise retuned power steering system, recalibrated springs, shock absorbers, and stabilizer bars. Every 2025 Outlander includes as standard: three rows of seating for up to seven passengers, full LED lighting inside and out, frameless auto-dimming mirror, 12.3" navigation screen with HD Traffic Information, YAMAHA® audio with wireless Apple® CarPlay and Android AutoTM2, USB-C power ports, multi-zone automatic climate control, and a full suite of driver-alert and safety features. On S-AWC models, heated front seats are offered as standard equipment. The entry-level front-wheel-drive ES model starts at $31,140 (including $1,495 destination/handling charge) to the top-of-the-line SEL Platinum Edition with Mitsubishi Motors' signature Super All-Wheel Control all-wheel-drive system with an MSRP of $44,640. 

All-New Audi A5 Starts At $48,995 Before end of the 2nd Quarter

The all-new Audi A5, 2.6 inches longer compared to the A4, is powered the standard 268 horsepower 2.0L TFSI® 4-cylinder engine or the 362 horsepower 3.0L TFSI® V6 engine, both mated to a 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission delivering power to a quattro® all-wheel-drive system. There are eight customizable digital LED daytime running light signatures available on A5 Prestige, S5 Premium Plus and Prestige trim levels, and new customizable second-generation digital OLED taillights available on A5 and S5 Prestige models. There's an 11.9-inch Audi virtual cockpit and 14.5-inch MMI center touch display, with the Digital Stage able to be with the optional 10.9-inch MMI front-passenger display integrated into the dashboard design. The all-new 2025 Audi A5 and S5 will arrive in U.S. dealerships before the second quarter of 2025, with MSRP pricing from $48,995 (including $1,295 for destination and delivery).

2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI Starts At $33,670, Golf R At $48,325

The refreshed 2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI is powered by a 241 horsepower 2.0-liter TSI® turbocharged and direct-injection engine paired with either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed DSG® transmission starts at $33,670 (including $1,225 destination charge) for the S trim. The Golf R (pictured above), with a 13-horsepower increase, now has 328 horsepower, comes with the 7-speed DSG® dual-clutch automatic transmission and starts at $48,325. The interior gets a new Carbon Gray décor and a freestanding 12.9-inch touchscreen. An optional Euro Style Package is available for both trims. Standard and available features are improved across all trim levels, including standard navigation, Dynamic Road Sign Display, wired- and wireless App-Connect on the base S trim. IQ.DRIVE® driver assistance technology remains standard across the line up.   

2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Starts At $46,200

The all-new 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport, powered by a 285 horsepower 24-valve DOHC 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, has a 2.55 inch longer wheelbase at 113.6 inches and a 1.3 inch wider track than the previous model. The Passport will have the second generation of the Honda torque vectoring i-VTM4™ all-wheel drive system with rear drive unit that can handle 40% more torque and provides 30% faster response and up to 70% of the engine's torque can be sent to the rear axle, and 100% of that torque can be distributed to either the left or right rear wheel. Every 2026 Passport can be customized with a choice of seven post-production option packages that include an Adventure Package, a Pet Package, and a new HPD Package. The new TrailWatch™ camera system, which is standard, uses front, rear, side and 360 degree cameras along with tire placement graphics to help drivers navigate obstacles outside their natural line of sight by slope or proximity, such as blind crests, deep ruts and the trail's edge. The 2026 Passport starts with the exceptionally well-equipped RTL trim, carrying a starting MSRP of $46,200 (including $1,450 Destination Charge).

Volvo EX30 Cross Country Coming Later This Year

The new Volvo EX30 Cross Country fully electric SUV comes with all-wheel drive and is higher off the ground compared with the standard EX30 with bigger wheels and the option of an 18-inch all-terrain accessory tire. The Volvo EX30 Cross Country can be charged from 10-80 percent in as little as 26 minutes and like every new Volvo car, the EX30 Cross Country has Google built-in. The new Volvo EX30 Cross Country will be available in the US later this year.

2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Starts At $34,995 This Spring

The 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid is the first model in the Subaru lineup to be powered by a next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid powertrain that integrates a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine and electric motors with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission to deliver 194 total system horsepower with up to 581 miles of range on a single tank of fuel for an EPA-estimated rating of 35 mpg city, 34 mpg highway, 35 mpg combined. The 2025 Forester Hybrid will arrive at retailers nationwide in Spring 2025, starting at $34,995 MSRP.

2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness Coming This Fall

The new 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness, powered by a revised 180 horsepower 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine mated to a revised Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission, features 9.3 inches of ground clearance (an inch higher than its predecessor) and EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, a tablet-style 11.6-inch Subaru Multimedia system with integrated center information display, and an available 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster with navigation and Apple Maps integration. The 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness will arrive at retailers nationwide in Fall 2025.

2025 Jeep® Wagoneer S Limited Starts At $66,995

The new 2025 Jeep® Wagoneer S Limited, joining the Launch Edition, produces 600 horsepower battery-electric vehicle with a range of more than 300 miles on a single charge and is paired with the Jeep brand-exclusive Selec-Terrain traction management system. The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S is now available to order online and in Jeep dealerships throughout North America, with a starting U.S. MSRP of $66,995 (including $1,795 destination). The 2025 Wagoneer S qualifies for Inflation Reduction Act lease EV credits ($7,500 for retail and lease purchases).

2025 Lexus LX 700h Starts At $106,850 Soon

The 2025 Lexus LX 700h with two or three-rows, offered in Premium, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Ultra Luxury, powered by a  twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 engine paired with a 10-speed Direct Shift Automatic Transmission (same as the LX 600). The hybrid system produces 457 horsepower, 583 lb.-ft of torque, and an improved EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating of 20 MPG. The starting MSRP of $106,850 (includes Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee). Ready for the adventure ahead, both the LX 600 and LX 700h can tow up to 8,000 pounds. The Overtrail grade is available on the LX 700h and can be equipped as a two or three-row configuration. The LX 600 is powered 409 horsepower 3.4-liter V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine. There's a standard 12.3-inch high-definition upper touchscreen with added LX-exclusive 7-inch lower touchscreen. The 7-inch lower touchscreen 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 2025 LX lineup is expected to arrive at dealerships in early 2025.

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE 4-Door Coupe

The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE 4-Door Coupe, from Affalterbach, is powered by the Handcrafted 630 horsepower AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo engine combined with a 201 horsepower rear axle electric motor that generates a combined system output of 831 horsepower for acceleration from a standstill to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds to an electronically limited top speed of 197 mph. The drive power from the combustion engine and electric motor is transferred to the front wheels as required from the variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive by means of the driveshaft and axles of the front wheels. It also enables all-electric driving with all-wheel drive. The AMG DYNAMIC SELECT drive programs, "Electric," "Comfort," "Battery Hold," "Sport," "Sport+," "RACE," "Slippery" and "Individual," are precisely tailored to the new drive technology. External charging takes place via the 3.7 kW on-board AC charger, at a charging station, wallbox or household socket. The battery is designed for fast power delivery rather than longest possible range.

2025 Volkswagen ID.4 82 kWh Models Start at $46,520

The 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 82 kWh models, produced at the Chattanooga factory, start at $46,520 (including $1,425 destination) for the rear-wheel-drive Pro and $50,420 for the AWD Pro. The rear-wheel-drive Pro S starts at $51,620 and the AWD Pro S carries a sticker price of $55,520. The Pro S Plus is only available with all-wheel drive at a starting MSRP of $58,720. Models with the 62 kWh battery will have later availability, and all models will receive additional content starting midyear. Details and pricing on both will come at a later date. Driver assistance features include standard IQ.DRIVE®; plus Park Distance Control; Park Assist (Parking Steering Assistant); Dynamic Road Sign Display; and Light Assist (High Beam Control for headlights).

2026 BMW iX Starts At $76,325 In The 2nd Quarter

The 2026 BMW iX is offered in new 402 horsepower iX xDrive45 with an estimated range of up to 312 miles and starting price of  $76,325 (including $1,175 destination and handling), the 536 horsepower iX xDrive60 with an expected range of up to 340 miles and starting price of $89,675, and the 650 horsepower performance-oriented iX M70 xDrive with an expected 302 miles of range and starting price of $112,675. Estimated ranges are according to preliminary BMW AG tests based on the EPA’s test procedure standards. The exterior has been revised including headlights, an updated grille with illumination on the iX xDrive45 and iX xDrive60. Illumination is standard on iX M70 xDrive. The new BMW iX is already equipped with Driving Assistant Plus as standard in addition to Forward Collision Mitigation, Active Blind Spot Detection and Lane Keeping Assistant and Speed Limit Assistant it also includes Distance Control and Steering Assistant, each of which can be used at speeds of up to 112 mph, as well as Active Speed Limit Assist. A tow hitch will be available as an option for the new BMW iX in the summer of 2025. For all model variants, the maximum permitted towing capacity is 3,500 lbs. Production of the 2026 BMW iX will begin in March of 2025 at BMW’s Plant Dingolfing. Deliveries are expected to commence in the second quarter of 2025.

2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Coming This Fall

The new third-generation 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is equipped with the next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid system that integrates a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine and electric motors with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission delivering total system output of 194 horsepower. All trim levels of the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid are equipped with X-MODE® with Hill Descent Control, and 8.7 inches of ground clearance and the latest version of Subaru’s EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology which can identify cyclists and pedestrians at intersections sooner and, when necessary, alert the driver and apply braking to avoid collisions. Reverse Automatic Braking and Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert also come on the Crosstrek Hybrid. Pricing, specifications, and equipment for the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid will be announced closer to its on-sale date in Fall 2025.

Acura RSX EV Goes Into Production Later This Year

The all-new, all-electric Acura RSX, engineered on the new Honda-developed EV platform, is scheduled for production later this year at the Honda EV Hub in Ohio. Development testing in real-world conditions for the all-electric RSX begins this week.

2025 Alfa Romeo Series Starts At $46,490

The all-new 2025 Alfa Romeo Intensa special series, available on the full lineup of 2025 Tonale, Stelvio and Giulia (above) models featuring distinctive two-tone design elements, will be powered by either a 1.3-liter 285-horsepower PHEV powertrain with 33 miles of all-electric range or the new 2.0-liter 268-horsepower turbocharged gas engine on the Tonale starting at $46,490 (including $1,995 destination) for the Tonale Intensa with 2.0-liter turbo engine and starting at $56,490 for the Tonale Intensa PHEV. The 2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia Intensa starts at $51,990 and Stelvio Intensa starts at $57,390, both powered by a 280-horsepower turbocharged engine and standard Q4 all-wheel drive with an eight-speed automatic transmission. 

2025 Corvette ZR1 Starts At $174,995 Later This Year

The 2025 Corvette ZR1, available in 1LZ and 3LZ trim levels, is powered by a 1,064 horsepower 5.5L twin-turbocharged LT7 DOHC flat-plane crank V8 engine and will have a starting MSRP of $174,995 (including $1,695 DFC) for the 1LZ coupe and $184,995 for the 1LZ hardtop convertible. The 3LZ coupe is available for a starting MSRP of $185,995 (including DFC) or $195,995 (including DFC) for the 3LZ convertible. Performance options include the ZR1 Carbon Fiber Aero Package with an MSRP of $8,495 which adds a high-downforce rear wing, front dive planes, a tall hood spoiler and underbody strakes to increase downforce, and the ZTK Performance Package with an MSRP of $1,500 which requires the Carbon Fiber Aero Package. Chevrolet will begin accepting orders for the 2025 Corvette ZR1 in mid-February with production to begin at Bowling Green Assembly in the 2nd quarter. 

2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty Trucks Arrive This Quarter

The new 2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty Trucks are powered by either the standard 405 horsepower 6.4-liter HEMI® V-8 engine or the new 430 horsepower 6.7-liter Cummins High-Output Turbo Diesel engine paired to the TorqueFlite HD eight-speed transmission  enabling 36,610 pounds of towing capability with a 3.42 rear axle ratio. (Max towing was previously available only with a 4.10 axle ratio.) The RamBox cargo management system includes versatile, weatherproof, lockable, illuminated and drainable storage bins built into the bed rails. Available with RamBox is a pickup bed divider and cargo rail system with four sliding, adjustable cleats. For 2025, Ram Heavy Duty pickups feature updated grilles with a unique design, depending on the selected trim level. New premium LED headlamps, including twin bi-functional projectors, are available, while LEDs are now standard. An on-board power inverter offers up to 2.4 kilowatts with two covered outlets located inside the bed of the Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty. The new 2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty trucks feature an improved 12-inch or new 14.5-inch touchscreen display and the Uconnect 5 system offers more connected services. A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster shows nearly two dozen different menus, including driver-assist technologies such as adaptive cruise control, active driving assist, Drowsy Driver Detection and Traffic Sign Information. New standard safety features include adaptive cruise control, Forward Collision Warning-Plus, ParkSense front/rear park assist (Big Horn). New Drowsy Driver Detection, Traffic Sign Recognition and Active Lane Management are available. The Ram 3500 Chassis Cab starts at $49,285 (including destination), Ram 4500 Chassis Cab at$55,660 and Ram 5500 Chassis Cab at $56,770. The new 2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty trucks are scheduled to arrive in dealerships this quarter (Q1 2025).