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Stellantis has formally issued a safety recall for approximately 6,605 units of the 2026 Ram 2500 pickup truck due to a noncompliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 126. The recall centers on a defective Steering Column Control Module (SCCM), supplied by Kostal of America, which can suffer an internal fault. This mechanical failure leads to a sudden and complete loss of the vehicle’s Electronic Stability Control (ESC), a critical system designed to prevent slides or spins

Designed With One Market in Mind This is not a preview of the upcoming Audi A9 flagship SUV, but an all-electric model that will not be sold anywhere else in the world except China. The AUDI E7X has officially been launched at Auto China 2026 in Beijing as the brand’s second production model, following the E5 Sportback. AUDI, mind the capitalization, is a joint venture between Audi and Chinese automaker SAIC. It aims to meet demand for luxury SUVs in China, a strategy similar to the one Porsche

A Quiet Corner, A Big Statement We previously reported on Geely developing one of the most fuel-efficient hybrid engines to date. Seeing it installed in a production-ready, driveable sedan at Auto China 2026 in Beijing brings that claim into sharper focus. This is no longer an isolated lab result or a theoretical benchmark. It is now a fully realized application, engineered to deliver that efficiency in real-world conditions. Tucked in a quieter section of the Geely stand sits the Preface iHEV.

China’s Answer to the Fast Luxury Wagon Wagons have always had a small but dedicated fan base, even as the segment is fading in most markets. The BMW M5 Touring is the latest proof – an enthusiast’s long-roof with a plug-in hybrid system and 717 hp, priced firmly in luxury territory. It shows there’s still a real appetite for fast wagons, even if you have to pay for the privilege. China, though, is taking the fast wagon idea in a different direction. The Avatr 06T is a luxury sports wagon from a

The Reset Nissan Needs The Nissan Terrano is back, and this time it arrives as a global plug-in hybrid off-roader revealed at Auto China 2026. The Terrano name has historically been used on rugged SUVs in select markets, often positioned below Nissan’s largest body-on-frame offerings. This new concept signals a shift in direction. It blends electrification with traditional off-road cues, which places it in a segment that is still largely underserved. Nissan appears to be targeting buyers who wan

A 2+2 GT Coupe That Looks Like a Ferrari The Geely Group recently unveiled a concept at the 2026 Beijing Show that marks the 10th anniversary of one of its brands. Lynk & Co, while unknown in America for now, is a popular marque in Europe. Lynk & Co and Zeekr are two brands that the Geely Group plans to bring in. Known for delivering a premium driving experience at a mid-range price. The brand also has campaigns in the World Touring Car Racing series with its compact sedan, the 03. Th

Early Clues Surface Brabus has released new teaser images on social media of a new coupe that, based on its silhouette and design cues, could be derived from the Aston Martin Vanquish. One of the hashtags, “Bodo” – a reference to company founder Bodo Buschmann – is believed to hint at the name of the brand’s latest project. Few details have been disclosed, but given how Brabus typically tunes its cars to unlock more power – as seen in its 986-horsepower Mercedes-AMG GT S E Performance build – th

A Tough Naturally Aspirated V6 The Frontier’s V6 isn’t new, but it’s earned its stripes the hard way: by taking a beating and coming back for more. Nissan put the 3.8-liter V6 through brutal tests before it ever saw a customer, including running it flat-out at redline for 300 hours straight just to see what would break. This engine is built in America, and now it’s the face of a big milestone for Nissan. The 20 millionth engine from Decherd is a VQ-ZV9 V6, and it’s going straight into a Frontier

Theater Screen Coming To More Models? BMW currently makes one of the most luxurious back seats in the business, found in the latest 7 Series. This executive sedan features an available reclining position with an ottoman on the passenger side, if you equip the Executive Lounge specification. There is also the 31.3-inch BMW Theater Screen, which folds down from the Skylounge LED roof and offers video streaming, Zoom calling, and more.

The G87 BMW M2 is no stranger to special editions, and the latest is the rarest yet, with just 10 units being produced—but America can't have any of them. It's called the M2 Coupe RR Edition, and it's been revealed by BMW South Africa alongside a new S 1000 RR M2 Edition and M 1000 RR M2 Edition. Yes, as strange as it sounds, BMW has created an M2 inspired by its superbikes and a pair of superbikes inspired by its compact sports coupe. Let's take a closer look. BMW M2 RR Edition Gets Updated Loo

For more than two decades, Bugatti’s identity has been shaped under the umbrella of the Volkswagen Group. That chapter has now officially come to a close, as Porsche has agreed to sell its stakes in Bugatti Rimac and Rimac Group to a consortium led by HOF Capital. The End of a 28-Year Volkswagen Era Bugatti Volkswagen first brought Bugatti back to life in 1998, a few years after t

Before the EV Era The Volkswagen Golf has played just about every role you can imagine: practical hatchback, hot hatch, diesel workhorse, plug-in hybrid, and even performance icon as the GTI and R. The next big leap is the all-electric ID. Golf, already teased as part of Volkswagen’s EV roadmap. But before the Golf goes fully electric, there’s one more chapter to add. Enter the new Golf Hybrid: Volkswagen’s first full hybrid take on its iconic hatchback. It lands alongside the T-Roc Hybrid and s

Lamborghini is at the 2026 Milano Design Week, and it's made a splash with a new special-edition variant of its plug-in hybrid super SUV. Capped at just 630 units, the Urus SE Tettonero Capsule is the rarest version of the Urus yet, and it's also the most customizable, with more color combinations possible than ever before, though you can only have the roof in black because that's what the words tetto and nero mean. As with other Urus SE SUVs (at least until the next Performante arrives), the li

First Mild-Hybrid Outlander in the US Earlier this year, Mitsubishigave the Outlander PHEV a solid refresh – sharper front-end, cleaner cabin, and tweaks that kept it competitive with the likes of the Toyota RAV4 and Hyundai Tucson. The changes didn’t just update the look; they made the plug-in Outlander feel more refined and kept it right at the center of Mitsubishi’s lineup. Now it’s the regular Outlander’s turn. For 2026, Mitsubishi is rolling out the first mild-hybrid Outlander in the US, ad

At the Beijing Auto Show this week, Hyundai pulled the wraps off the Ioniq V, a China-exclusive all-electric liftback built in partnership with Chinese autonomous driving developer Momenta. But the car itself is almost secondary to what it represents. As part of a broader transformation, Hyundai plans to introduce 20 new models in China over the next five years, describing it as its most ambitious product expansion in the market to date.  The rollout will cover the full spectrum of electrified p

JaguarLand Rover products have never had the most stellar reputation for reliability, and with a new recall for almost every SUV nameplate that the company sold or still sells in America, that reputation is hardly getting any better. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall affecting 170,169 mild-hybrid vehicles from nine model lines across a total of 35 products. In fact, the only SUV that JLR hasn't recalled is the electric I-Pace. It's a fairly serious recall,

A near-new Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, once owned by Dave Navarro, has sold on Cars and Bids for more than its original sticker price by $16,205. With just 250 miles on the clock, a rare four-seat layout, and a bundle of signed memorabilia, this example stands out even among modern power-hungry Shelby cars. Celebrity Ownership, Ultra-Low Miles Cars and Bids

More Power! It started with Teslas putting supercars to shame. Now, it's a whole industry-wide push to see whose grocery getter can make the quickest school run. Everything from electric off-roaders to BYD's latest flagship SUV already breaks the 600-plus-horsepower mark. So how does Porsche respond to that with their top-of-the-line flagship SUV? Well, it pushes four digits and sticks it to the other Chinese brands at Auto China 2026 in Beijing. At 1,140 horsepower, the new Porsche Cayenne Cou

No More Speedsters This is it, we're in the endgame now. Gunther Werks is signing off on Porsche 911 Speedsters with its final and wildest build yet. Called "Project Endgame," it means more than just the ultimate; it also means the final rendition in the Gunther Werks Speedster program. For non-Porsche enthusiasts, Gunther Werks is a well-known brand that uses modern engineering and technology to recreate and reimagine classic 911s. When simply owning a Porsche isn't enough, the folks over at Gu

Trickling Down On the surface, Honda’s latest Civic update in Japan doesn’t look like a big deal. There’s a new e:HEV RS grade coming in June 2026, and pre-orders are already open. But the real story isn’t about the RS badge. The e:HEV RS badge isn’t new if you’ve followed the Civic in other markets. What’s worth paying attention to is what Honda is adding this time: the S+ Shift system, which first showed up in the Prelude hybrid coupe. If you’re looking for big visual changes, you won’t find t

Following a Leak Off the back of the model being prematurely leaked before its prime time at the Beijing Motor Show, with 643 horsepower from pure battery power, it's still enough to make an impact. Images of the EV SUV leaked ahead of time, but none showed the raw power (figures) that BYD was packing under the hood (floor). That's not all: not only will there be 643 horsepower under your right foot, but BYD is also claiming a range of 550 miles (900 kilometers) on a single charge.

The Nissan 350Z was available as a drop-top, and so was the 370Z, but despite sharing the same platform as its predecessors, the current Nissan Z is only available as a coupe. That may change if Senior Vice President and Chief Planning Officer for Nissan North America, Ponz Pandikuthira, gets his way. Speaking on The Drivecast podcast, he said, "I would like nothing more than to see a convertible version of the Z out there." Nissan has been talking about several exciting models, confirming a new

Watch Your Back, MG Cyberster For a while now, the MG Cyberster has been sitting in a pretty unique spot. It’s one of the few true electric roadsters on sale today, and more importantly, one of the only proper two-seat EV convertibles. Now, it looks like it may finally have a serious rival. BYD introduced the Formula X at Auto China 2026, a two-door convertible from its newer performance brand, Fang Cheng Bao. Where the MG Cyberster feels closer to a grand tourer, the Formula X is clearly target

Audi has recalled almost 19,000 examples of its e-tron and e-tron Sportback electric SUVs in the United States for a braking system problem. Due to a manufacturing flaw, the brake pedal may detach from the brake booster, which can lead to a loss of braking capability in a worst-case scenario. The safety risk is self-explanatory, as even a minor loss of braking functionality can dramatically increase the risk of a crash. Here’s everything you need to know about this recall. Related: 12.1 Million

No More ICE Variant For The C-Class? One of the questions we had when Mercedes launched the C-Class was: "Where is the ICE variant?" When BMW launched the new 3 Series, they told us to wait; it's still coming. However, Mercedes-Benz wasn't as clear right off the bat. German publication, Autobild, sat down with MB head honcho, Ola Källenius, to ask about the C-Class's future, knowing that this is the first time that the nameplate has received the full-electric treatment.

First Look At The Cabin Nissan Didn’t Show The Nissan Rogue, known as the X-Trail in other markets, is about to enter a new generation for 2027. This isn’t just another update – it’s shaping up to be one of Nissan’s most significant launches in recent memory. With e-Power technology now part of the package, the next Rogue is clearly aimed at heavyweights like the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Honda CR-V Hybrid. At the official reveal, Nissan gave us the usual exterior shots and broad product details, b

Late April is not when you expect to be digging out, and yet here we are. A heavy wet storm has parked itself over the Northern Rockies, and by sunrise Friday parts of Montana and Wyoming are looking at snow totals closer to February numbers than anything spring should be producing. I-90 is compromised across most of western Montana, while Monida Pass on I-15 is in the same alert. Up on US-212 through Cooke City and US-14 through the Bighorns, the forecast word is whiteout. The shortest version: