If you think Detroit automakers are laggards in offering electric vehicles (EVs), guess again. General Motors is currently leading the pack, offering the Cadillac Celestiq, Cadillac Escalade IQ, Cadillac Lyriq, Cadillac Lyriq-V, Cadillac Optiq, Cadillac Vistiq, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Chevrolet ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

In a win for automotive enthusiasts and fans of unique imports, Colorado has officially legalized kei cars for road use, starting in 2027. Governor Jared Polis signed HB25-1281 into law last week, allowing residents to register and drive these compact Japanese vehicles, provided they’re at least 25 ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

The NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) has asked Tesla to answer an extensive list of inquiries by June 19 regarding its robotaxi service’s June launch, including how the self-driving tech performs in low-visibility conditions. Low-visibility performance has been a prevalent ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

Toyota’s next-generation RAV4 is just around the corner, and while the brand is keeping things close to the chest, new teaser images and a confirmed reveal date of May 21 suggest the wait won’t be long. The bestselling SUV in America is due for an update, and Toyota’s playing it smart: expect ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

New reports have shown that March and April represented a mixed bag for drivers applying for car loans. A Cox Automotive index analyzing how difficult it is to receive approval on car loans found that the market moved slightly against borrowers in April after making positive gains in March, ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

Japanese automaker Nissan is facing criticism from its former executive leader as the company and its new CEO, Ivan Espinosa, get to grips with its ambitious turnaround action plan. On May 13, during a presentation highlighting financial results for the company’s 2024-2025 fiscal year (which ended ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

Japanese automaker Honda is warning that U.S. auto tariffs are expected to carve a "huge" hole in its operating profit within its current fiscal year, as it manages uncertainty stemming from the trade environment and slowing electric vehicle adoption. During the announcement of its 2024-2025 fiscal ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

Toyota's bZ, previously known as the bZ4X, gets a substantial facelift for 2026, including newly available color-matched overfenders and an updated front fascia, but perhaps it's what's beneath the surface that makes the storied Japanese automaker's fully-electric crossover even more appealing. The ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

According to Automotive News, Mazda CEO Masahiro Moro stated during a May 12 presentation on the fiscal year ending March 31 that the automaker requires more time to assess how tariffs might affect its operations. “We will work toward maintaining global sales volume at levels close to the previous ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

According to a new report published by Business Insider, electric car manufacturer Tesla is planning a major production pause of Cybertruck and Model Y cars at its Austin, Texas factory. Three workers working on the respective production lines told the publication that Tesla told workers to stay ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

During my time with the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Platinum, I never understood what made it unique until I drove it out on one of the worst rainy days North Jersey has seen in quite a while.  I forgot an umbrella, but walking up to the Escalade on a dark, gloomy rainy day feels like walking up to ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

Automotive test mules are not a new concept. Often used by automakers to test some new technology or powertrain, these test cars are either destroyed or kept in a private collection after their work is done. Seldom do they make their way into the hands of the general public, but when they do, you ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

A new study suggests drivers are increasingly open to a subscription model for their next vehicle, which would upend car ownership. Rather than purchasing, financing, or leasing a car, drivers have become curious about the scheme many use to get a new phone every 12 to 24 months. Almost half of the ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

Tesla has canceled the Cybertruck’s planned range extender after initially marketing the $16,000 accessory as a solution to the model’s lower-than-expected range. Elon Musk had previously claimed that the Cybertruck would offer up to 500 miles of range between charges, but as of now, the Cyberbeast ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

Tesla, Rivian, and other primarily electric automakers are charged with bringing a spicy new buzzword to the market: “software-defined vehicle.” But it’s not as straightforward as it sounds. While arguably most new cars are primarily differentiated by their user-facing software, the term ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

Tesla vehicles have become lightning rods for people’s disdain for CEO Elon Musk, with many simply mocking or ridiculing drivers. A new report suggests some are taking it a step further; almost half of the respondents say their vehicles have been “intentionally damaged,” with a bulk of the reports ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

The U.S. and the U.K. have confirmed a limited trade deal to reduce tariffs on U.K. vehicle imports from 27.5% to 10%. Discounted levies on auto part imports are not part of the agreement, and the decreased tariffs have a limit of 100,000 cars annually. Jaguar Land Rover, which sends the most ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

According to new documents released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Swedish luxury brand Volvo is recalling more than 413,000 vehicles due to a software defect that renders several models across its lineup noncompliant with a federal safety standard. The massive ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

Granted their status as one of the world's most influential political leaders, the President of the United States is one of the most protected human assets in the world. Without fail, it is nearly impossible to spot them during public appearances without being within a stone's throw away from a ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]

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 ... Source: autoblog.com … [Read more...]