Mercedes-Benz and its AMG and Maybach sub-brands are preparing for a massive vehicle onslaught in 2026, and they won’t lift off next year either. 16 new vehicles will be unveiled this year, and nearly as many are coming in 2027. The particularly exciting news is that seven of these reveals, from entry-level to range-topping cars, […]
In the United States, most vehicles run on gas. Whether they are powered by full internal combustion engines or hybrid powertrains, data show that over 90% of cars sold in the US last year were gas-powered. With EV federal tax credits expiring and fewer fully electric vehicles in production this year, gas prices are critical […]
Roughly a week ago, JLR confirmed that the long-awaited electric Range Rover SUV will arrive this year, and it will be joined by an all-electric Velar replacement. Autoblog’s spies have now captured a prototype of this new Velar undergoing cold-weather testing in northern Europe, and unlike the early prototype spotted on the Nürburgring last year, […]
2026 J.D. Power Most Reliable Vehicles: Every Segment Winner Explained The 2026 J.D. Power U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) is out. It ranks vehicles based on problems per 100 vehicles (PP100) after three years of ownership, covering key areas such as powertrain performance, infotainment systems, driver assistance tech, and overall build quality. Drawing from real-world […]
Tesla has found itself in non-stop legal trouble lately, with safety concerns stacking up both inside its vehicles and across its operations. While many recent lawsuits have focused on drivers and passengers, this latest case shifts attention to the factory floor. Former safety supervisor Craig Thompson is suing Tesla Inc. after allegedly suffering severe injuries […]
The fate of Porsche‘s only mid-engine models, the 718 Cayman and Boxster, seems to be hanging in the balance as the automaker’s top brass are said to have met yesterday to decide if the next-gen 718 sports cars, which are supposed to be EV-only, are still going to see the light of day. Two unnamed […]
Lee Zeldin, administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), said earlier this week that the controversial start-stop fuel-saving technology in cars could be eliminated. But, together with President Trump, Zeldin has just announced a far more polarizing and extensive rollback of emission regulations for vehicles in the United States. The Obama-era 2009 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) […]
The next generation of Ford’s popular F-Series pickup truck is still a few years away, but the signs suggest a huge technological leap for the best-selling model line in the United States. Specifically, the 2028 F-Series could adopt by-wire technology for steering and braking, which eliminates a mechanical connection between the steering wheel/wheels and brake […]
Mercedes-Benz Recall Report Flags Fire Risk in Nearly 12,000 EVs Mercedes-Benz has issued a safety recall affecting approximately 11,900 EQB electric SUVs in the United States after identifying a potential high-voltage battery fire risk. The recall covers select 2022–2024 EQB 250+, EQB 300 4MATIC, and EQB 350 4MATIC models equipped with battery cells supplied by […]
Subaru Pickups: A (Very) Abridged History Subaru doesn’t have a very long history when it comes to building pickups. They’ve only ever made two, but it’s safe to say that they’ve been memorable at least in enthusiast circles. We are, of course, talking about the Brat and the Baja. The Brat, also known as the […]
