New platform, new look, new Jeep Compass The Jeep Compass arrives rebuilt from the ground up as it enters the next generation, complete with a new platform, updated styling, and, most importantly, all-new powertrains. Combustion engines are out, replaced by hybrid and all-electric options for the upcoming model year. Crossovers may hold a special place […]
Speeders, beware Speeding is one of the most commonly ticketed traffic infractions in the United States, as the dangers of this act on our public highways shouldn’t be underestimated. According to the latest publicly available data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, speeding contributed to 29% of traffic fatalities in 2023, a year in […]
A breakthrough that’s tough to use The 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA EV promises some of the fastest charging speeds available — up to 320 kilowatts — thanks to its high-tech electrical system. But there’s a catch: it only works with 800V fast chargers. That means the vast majority of public fast chargers in the U.S., which […]
Rivian hits a $1 billion milestone Rivian has recorded its second successive quarter of gross profits, resulting in the electric automaker receiving $1 billion in funding from the Volkswagen (VW) Group as a provision of the two companies’ joint venture launched in November. By 2027, VW Group is expected to invest up to $5.8 billion […]
Tariffs are beginning to eat into the auto industry’s bottom line During a May 8 briefing announcing its financial results for the fiscal year, Japanese automaker Toyota said that it is expecting the impact of newfound U.S. import tariffs to cost it 180 billion yen (~$1.3 billion) in April and May alone, which would turbocharge […]
Ferrari puts up impressive numbers for Q1 Several automakers, including but not limited to Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, and Ford, have suspended their financial guidance after Q1 because of uncertainties relating to U.S. vehicle and parts import tariffs, but Ferrari deviated from this trend. Instead, the Italian automaker confirmed its 2025 economic forecast after reporting a 15% […]
Mitsubishi is making a return to the EV market Japanese automaker Mitsubishi announced in a press release on May 7 that it will launch a new electric vehicle in the United States and Canada in summer 2026. The automaker says that its re-entry into EVs is a joint effort with its alliance partner Nissan, as […]
The fate of the U.S.’s popular $7,500 federal EV tax credit hangs in the balance House Speaker Mike Johnson has told Bloomberg, “I think there is a better chance we kill it than save it,” when describing how Congress plans to handle the future of the $7,500 federal tax credit for qualifying new electric vehicle […]
New year, new looks for the 2026 Corolla Cross Toyota has introduced its 2026 Corolla Cross today, and we’re here to get you up to speed. A key change for the 2026 production year includes a revised front fascia with a color-matched grille for the hybrid and a wide, rugged grille for the gas-powered model. […]
The CR-V gets rowdy With some of the best sales numbers in the segment, the Honda CR-V is already wildly popular, but there’s always room for improvement. One of the issues some had with the CR-V was its lack of off-road capability. Sure, it’s in a class that is not meant for serious off-road athleticism, […]
