Tuesday, March 25, 2025

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. 

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

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.

Thursday, March 13, 2025

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.

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

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.