General
Report: USDOT’s AI Rule-Writing Decision Raises Eyebrows
A government plan to use Google Gemini for rule-writing could speed the process, but some at the agency aren’t convinced.
Chris Teague
Electric Vehicle
What Is NACS?
NACS (North American Charging System) is Tesla’s proprietary charging system. It relies on a unique plug design that was initially limited to the automaker’s vehicles, but now, the system is open to a number of other manufacturers, with more soon to come.
Compact SUV Crossover
The 2026 Kia Niro EV Is Just $100 More Than Last Year
The Kia Niro electric vehicle sees a mild update for 2026, and keeps pricing nearly the same as last year.
Advice
A History of Automotive Paint Colors
As Kelley Blue Book marks its 100th anniversary in 2026, we trace automotive paint colors from Ford’s “any color…black” to today’s finishes and tomorrow’s smart and self-healing paints.
Advice
Do I Need a V8? Or Is a V6 Good Enough?
If you’re shopping for a V6- or V8-powered vehicle, we’ve got you covered. This overview explains the major differences between the two engine types, and we’ll dive into some of the reasons one might be a better choice for you than the other. Let’s get rolling.