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Honda is retiring the e:HEV name and planning 15 models on a new hybrid system by 2030. Here’s what’s confirmed, what’s still unknown, and why it matters.
Honda Lifts the 2027 Passport TrailSport Higher for Rougher Trails
The 2027 Honda Passport TrailSport rides 1.38 inches higher, gains trail camera tech and new styling. Find out what changed and how each trim is priced.
A Transmission Swap Changes the 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe’s Daily Drive
The gas-powered 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe gets a conventional eight-speed automatic. A detailed driving review explains why the change matters around town.
2027 VW Atlas Pricing Breakdown by Trim
The redesigned 2027 Volkswagen Atlas costs more to start, but the extra money buys bigger screens, plush leather, and smarter tech. See what each trim adds.
Hybrids Draw a Sharp Line Between Q2 Sales Leaders and the Rest
The second quarter of 2026 sorted U.S. automakers into two camps, and the dividing line was simple. Brands with plenty of gas-electric models pulled ahead, while those leaning hard on all-electric lineups fell behind. High gas prices and cooling EV demand did the rest.
The Affordable Small SUV Fight Just Got More Interesting
Finding a brand-new SUV under $30,000 these days feels a little like hunting for a quiet table at a busy diner. They exist, but you have to know where to look. Mitsubishi just made one of them easier to spot by bringing back a cheaper, front-wheel-drive version of the Outlander Sport for 2027, and the …
Ford Maverick vs. Ford Ranger: Picking the Right Blue Oval Pickup
Two trucks, one badge, very different missions. The compact Ford Maverick and the midsize Ranger both wear the Blue Oval, but they’re built for shoppers with different priorities, budgets, and weekend plans.
Mazda Could Be Building a New Crossover Between the CX-30 and CX-50
Mazda’s crossover family is already a tongue twister of numbers, and the brand looks ready to add one more. A fresh paperwork move with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office suggests another small SUV could be on the way, tucked neatly between two of the company’s most popular models.
2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer REEV Edges Closer to American Driveways
Jeep fans have been waiting patiently, and now the brand’s top executive says the wait is almost over. The 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer REEV, the first range-extended electric SUV sold in America, is “right around the corner,” according to Jeep CEO Bob Broderdorf. With 647 horsepower, more than 500 miles of total range, and a …
Toyota Tundra TRD Hammer: The Hybrid Desert Runner Aimed Straight at Ford’s Raptor
Toyota looks ready to finally pick a fight it has dodged for two decades. A fresh trademark filing, a string of spy shots, and a surprise class win at a Nevada desert race all point to a high-speed, long-travel Tundra wearing the TRD Hammer badge, and it’s gunning directly for the Ford F-150 Raptor.