Autos

Pontiac Soltice Sports Car: A Future Classic?

Is Pontiac's final sports car destined to be a future classic? Here's what you need to know.

The Japanese sedan with bulletproof reliability and low running costs

This trusty midsize sedan is the best choice to consider if you are budget-conscious.

Why the cheap new car is basically dead

Walk into a dealership today with $20,000 and you will quickly find that this is now considered an unrealistic budget rather than a reasonable one. The average transaction price for a new vehicle in the United States hit $48,763 in February 2023, according to Cox Automotive, and while prices have eased slightly since then, the floor of the market has never meaningfully recovered. The entry-level new car, once available from nearly every major...

Toyota's new RAV4-based truck could finally revive the compact pickup

Toyota's long-awaited return to the compact-truck segment may hinge on the RAV4's unibody architecture.

Tesla just took a major step forward in its quest for self-driving cars

Tesla's 2026 Model Y is the first vehicle to pass NHTSA's new automated driver-assistance system tests, marking progress toward self-driving cars.

This struggling Japanese brand is pushing hard to build cars in America, and it's paying off

Nissan has reduced its exposure to tariffs, but it still has two under-utilized US assembly plants that need retooling for new, planned models.

9 factory-built cars that push past 700 horsepower

We tested the new Subaru Outback, and here's why it's now officially an SUV

Once a lifted wagon, the redesigned Subaru Outback is now a mid-size SUV.

Mazda’s slow EV strategy suddenly looks smarter as hybrids surge

Mazda has been slow to adopt all-electric vehicles, and it's about to slow progress even further. After it was announced at the beginning of 2026 that Mazda would delay its first in-house-developed EV from 2027 to 2028, the automaker has now decided to push that timeline back another year, with its ...

18 great SUVs drivers refuse to give up even after a decade of ownership

Discover 18 standout SUVs that drivers proudly keep for over a decade, thanks to long-term reliability, comfort, performance, and ownership satisfaction.

What went wrong? These are 10 of the worst-selling pickup trucks of all time

Pickup trucks have dominated the American automotive market for decades, but not every model became a success story. Some trucks turned into massive sales failures because of poor timing, strange designs, weak performance, or prices that simply scared buyers away.

Why Audi is ignoring a new S-Class rival in favor of an SUV

Audi seems to be moving with the times when it comes to its top flagship vehicle positioning. Its new story revolves more around an SUV than a sedan

Chery, Autobacs form partnership to launch new BEV brand in Japan

A new joint venture has been established, with plans to launch the first model in 2027.

New BMW M5 and electric M3 spied during high-speed testing

The two sports sedans were seen going all out at the Nürburgring.

New Mitsubishi Pajero may return without the three-door version fans remember

News of the new Mitsubishi Pajero is running rampant. It is one of the names that put Mitsubishi on the map, and it's been nearly a decade since we last saw a new Pajero. We're happy to report that we're surely getting a new model soon. Coverage isn't sparse either. Other reports state that ...

2020 Buick Regal GS: This sports sedan will be a future collectible

The 2020 Buick Regal GS produces 310 hp and only 1,300 were made. This performance sedan could be Buick's last sports car.

Ford Motor Company sales drop 14% as EV sales fall 25% and hybrids decline 33% in April

A question more relevant than ever: Which $30,000 small car is best?

Does the perfect car for $30,000 exist? We test six contenders—Honda Civic, Kia K4, Nissan Sentra, Subaru Impreza, Toyota Corolla, Volkswagen Jetta—to find out.

EV registrations plunge 25% before rebound lifts Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru

The 25% drop is a reminder that incentives still play a major role in shaping the EV market.

2026 Toyota C-HR is here

The C-HR is back and it’s electric. I loved driving it on the winding canyon roads of Ojai, California!

Ford’s $19.5 billion EV hit is pushing it into a new battery business

In 2025, Ford said it took a $19.5 billion hit tied to its electric vehicle business. That was behind Stellantis’ $26.2 billion hit, but still large enough to force a major strategy rethink, including the shift from an all-electric F-150 Lightning to a range-extender version. But instead of ...

All the Jaguar sedans ever sold

New Peugeot 408 goes on sale priced from £31,995

Revised model remains available with hybrid and plug-in hybrid setups.

199 mph, a V16 engine, and a 0.43 drag coefficient: Audi revives a 1935 record breaker

Audi restores the legendary Auto Union Lucca, a pioneering race car known for its aerodynamic design and world speed record.

BYD's revamped Atto 3 with ultra-fast charging and 390-mile range could launch as soon as May 21

The refreshed model would arrive shortly after its public debut at the Beijing Auto Show 2026.

World's first mass-produced semi-solid-state EV hits 100,000 in China after just 8 months

The quick ramp-up suggests newer designs could be moving from talking points to mainstream products faster than many drivers expected.

The floodgates open: Chinese EVs land in Canada

Chery and Geely have started shipping EVs and PHEVs to Canada, with thousands more scheduled to land on Canada’s shores.

These 10 SUVs are built to last over 250,000 miles. Which one would you trust forever?

Reliability matters more than ever when buying an SUV, and some models consistently prove they can survive hundreds of thousands of miles with proper maintenance. These SUVs stand out for durability, dependability, and long-term value.

The revolution of these 10 electric vehicles in China is shaking up the automotive industry worldwide. Could the United States be next?

China’s electric vehicle boom is transforming the global car market with ultra-modern EVs, lower prices, and technology that is forcing major automakers to rethink the future. But could these vehicles eventually change the American market too?

Chinese EV costs just $58 a month, and legacy brands should be worried

Chinese automaker Leapmotor is expanding its presence in Europe's largest auto market thanks to its partnership with Stellantis, with a highly competitive electric vehicle lease program. Starting at just 49 Euros, or $58, the Leapmotor T03 City Car leverages Germany's new EV subsidies to hit the ...

Chinese EVs are coming to Canada, and some dealers can't wait to sell them

Canada is allowing 49,000 Chinese-made electric vehicles to be imported for retail sales annually at a tariff rate of 6.1%.

Should the US block imports of cheap Chinese cars?

Lawmakers say cheap EVS threaten national security

Canada's pursuit of Chinese EVs: Here's what to know

There's a race to sell Chinese cars in North America and it's happening just north of the border in Canada. CNBC's Phil LeBeau joins 'Squawk Box' with the details from Halifax, Nova Scotia.

This week in Tesla: Elon Musk's EV giant falls out of top 10 EV makers, Gavin Newsom's semi truck boost, Ford's challenge and more

This past week was quite eventful for Tesla Inc. TSLA. From a Gov. Gavin Newsom-backed (D-CA) EV rebate program to an affordable financing program in China, let’s take a look at what captured the headlines for the Elon Musk-led EV maker this week. Gavin Newsom’s $1 Billion EV Incentive Program Newsom unveiled a $1 billion EV incentive program that could potentially benefit the Tesla Semi. The program, set to kick off on June 26, will offer...

Weekend round-up: Li Auto's new SUV, Chinese automakers eye Europe, Waymo's robotaxi recall and Trump's stance on Chinese EVs

The past week has been a rollercoaster ride for the auto industry, with significant developments from Li Auto, BYD Co., Ltd., Waymo and Blink Charging. Amidst a challenging market environment, these companies have made headlines with their strategic moves and financial results. Let’s dive into the details. Li Auto Launches 6-Seat Family SUV Li9 Despite the broader market indices experiencing downward pressure, Li Auto has made a bold move by...

It's Easy To See Why Washington State Rejected These License Plates

If you're a resident of Washington State and are looking to get a sweet vanity plate for your car, make sure to check the state's laws first.

Is America ready for Chinese cars?

A luxury electric SUV from China is raising new questions about whether American buyers are ready for a serious foreign challenger. The vehicle combines a quiet ride, high tech cabin features, battery swapping ideas, and a price aimed at premium brands. Its arrival also comes as steep US tariffs make Chinese electric cars far more expensive for American consumers. The review highlights both the promise of the vehicle and the political pressure surrounding China’s fast growing auto industry. For Detroit, the bigger question may be whether tariffs are buying time or delaying a tougher reckoning.

iSeeCars projects this car will have the least amount of recalls over 30 years

Some cars have better luck with recalls than others, and iSeeCars expects this particular vehicle to experience next to no recalls over its next 30 years.

The least reliable new cars include EVs, plug-in hybrids, and one GMC SUV

Modern cars are marvels of technological innovation. Manufacturers are continuously pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, and this results in some amazing vehicles that are capable of so much more than their predecessors. But this endless process of development can sometimes result in tech ...

These 10 cars rarely make it past 100,000 miles. Did your vehicle make the list?

Buying a car on a budget may seem smart at first, but some vehicles quickly become money pits long before reaching the 100,000-mile milestone. From transmission failures to costly engine repairs, these models developed reputations for poor reliability, frustrating owners with constant trips to the mechanic and expensive repair bills.

Chrysler is supposedly working on a very cheap new car: report

Chrysler allegedly showed off a small car called the Pronto that starts in the $20,000 range. But we'll be eager to see if it happens.

Ferrari’s first electric car debuts this month — four motors, over 1,000 horsepower, and a 0-to-60 time under 2.5 seconds

Ferrari has never built an electric car. It has never built a four-door car. And for most of its 80-year history, the idea of combining those two firsts into a single vehicle would have been treated as heresy in Maranello. Yet that is exactly what the company plans to unveil later this month when it […]

Pain at the pump sends Canadians racing toward EVs and hybrids

"We’re seeing the relationship to rising gas prices and interest in EVs clearly in the data."

The USA’s most-imported cars of 1975

Tesla commits $250m to Berlin gigafactory expansion

The facility currently produces hundreds of thousands of Model Y vehicles annually alongside millions of battery cells.

Toyota’s cheapest new Corolla has a manual and five pedals

Toyota keeps the manual gearbox alive in Japan with a Driving School Corolla sedan built for learner drivers

How Stellantis became Detroit’s least trusted brand

Since Fiat-Chrysler merged with Peugeot in 2021, the American side of the portfolio has been struggling to keep customers and autoworkers happy.

Mercedes, BMW, and Porsche are losing to a $104K Chinese sedan most Americans can’t pronounce

Huawei's new luxury sedan is outselling the Maybach S-Class, Porsche Panamera, and BMW 7 Series in China by a widening margin

Most featured car model across 65 hit TV shows in America is a secret hidden in plain sight

The number one spot was so obvious it almost came as a surprise