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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...

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.

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

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

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 ...

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

Subaru blames bad weather for at least some of its horrific 2025 losses

That's literal bad weather in its biggest market, but we suspect rough political winds were also a factor.

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."

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.

Is Tesla P100D faster than 600HP BMW M5?

This quarter-mile drag race features the Tesla Model S and Model X P100D Ludicrous going up against a 600 horsepower BMW F90 M5. The Tesla models use dual-motor electric drivetrains with instant torque and all-wheel-drive traction, allowing for extremely quick launches and consistent acceleration. The BMW F90 M5 combines a twin-turbo V8 with BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive system, delivering strong power delivery and balanced performance. Its blend of luxury sedan comfort and high-performance capability makes it a serious competitor in real-world drag racing. This matchup highlights the contrast between electric acceleration and turbocharged German performance engineering. The video also includes VBOX performance data, providing deeper insight into launch times and acceleration results over the quarter mile.

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.

How Toyota built a rally car for the suburbs

While most hot hatches are built as front-wheel drive weapons, Toyota elected to take a more serious approach with its hot Corolla.

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 ...

The new Toyota RAV4 adds hybrid power and stronger performance

Toyota’s best-selling SUV is entering a new era. The all-new Toyota RAV4 arrives with more horsepower, sharper styling, and a stronger focus on performance without giving up the fuel efficiency that made the crossover so…

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.

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 […]

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

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

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.

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

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.

Tesla commits $250m to Berlin gigafactory expansion

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

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.

The USA’s most-imported cars of 1975

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 ...

Stop paying for gas—these 5 electric SUVs cost less than $40,000

These electric crossovers skip the gas pump without destroying your budget.

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.

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.

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...

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%.

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.

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.

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.

Best-selling cars of 2026: The top 15 ranked

Trucks rule, but are sedans back? These are the 15 best-selling cars of 2026 (so far), including Ford’s dominance and Tesla’s slight comeback.

Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC in verde silver driving video

The new S-Class combines effortless performance with its signature serenity and composure – thanks to an optimized selection of electrified powertrains. From 8- and 6-cylinder gasoline engines and 6-cylinder diesels to two plug-in hybrids, the S-Class offers a wide range of options. Each one contributes to the characteristic, effortless smoothness that defines the S-Class experience. At the top of the range is the new eight-cylinder engine (M 177 Evo) in the Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC. It delivers 395 kW (537 hp) and a maximum torque of 750 Nm. Technical upgrades and mild-hybrid technology support linear power delivery, efficient energy recuperation, and exceptional smoothness – all while meeting the latest emissions standards and providing an incomparably quiet interior. The six-cylinder petrol engine (M 256 Evo) in the Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC sedan and the Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC sedan now responds even more dynamically: Maximum torque increases to 600 Nm and, via overboost, to up to 640 Nm. Overboost refers to a short-term increase in torque through higher boost pressure from the exhaust gas turbocharger, giving the S-Class even more pulling power in certain driving situations such as overtaking or accelerating. Other key improvements include a more powerful electric auxiliary compressor, optimized intake and exhaust ports, and a revised intake camshaft. Enhanced insulation measures ensure excellent noise and vibration damping and an exceptionally low noise level at any speed.

Can California keep leading the electric vehicle transition? | Opinion

"The long-term direction of the global auto industry is clear. EV sales are booming worldwide, while U.S. growth has lagged."

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.

Should the US block imports of cheap Chinese cars?

Lawmakers say cheap EVS threaten national security

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.

9 factory-built cars that push past 700 horsepower

These are the best PHEV SUVs—and what they cost new vs. used

Drive one the best PHEV SUVs for electric range and hybrid power to deliver the best of both fuel efficient […]

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.

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.

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!

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.

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

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

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.

All the Jaguar sedans ever sold

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.

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 ...