Car News
Driving the 2026 Lucid Air Touring
A week in the Lucid Air finds a lot to like, but also a car with a very particular target audience that may not work for everyone.
Auto Industry Microchip Crisis on Pause
China has agreed not to pause shipments of some critical microchips, which threatened to slow car production and raise prices.
Mercedes Creates Solar Charging Paint
A new Mercedes-Benz concept car uses solar photovoltaic paint to recharge its battery wherever it is parked.
Toyota “Can Barely Cover the Demand” for Its Cars
Toyota, coming off a strong October, says it is struggling to keep enough cars in stock to meet demand for them.
Scout Motors: More Than 80% of Buyers Want the Optional Engine
The reborn Scout Motors says that more than 80% of its customers have reserved a car with a range-extending gasoline engine.
Jaguar Delays the Car at the Heart of Its Rebrand
Jaguar's polarizing Type 00 ultra-luxury car is now expected to arrive next year.
Study: Tesla Once Again Makes the Most-American Cars
An annual study of the content of cars sold in the U.S. once again finds that Tesla makes the most-American cars.
You’ll Be Able to Fix Your Slate Truck Almost Anywhere
EV startup Slate has signed a deal that will let more than 4,000 RepairPal-certified repairs shops service its upcoming trucks.
Driving the 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
The Mazda MX-5 Miata roadster remains the pinnacle of simple, inexpensive sports car bliss.
Kia Teases (Well, Mostly Reveals) 2027 Telluride
Kia released a pair of mostly-undisguised photos of its 2027 Telluride SUV this week ahead of the vehicle's November debut.
Report: Nissan On Track to Double EV Range by 2028
A new report says Nissan could mass-produce next-generation long-range solid-state EV batteries as soon as 2028
Report: Ram Getting its First SUV
A new report says that Ram, mostly a truck brand, will get its first SUV in 2028, available in gas or range-extended electric versions.
Toyota Plans Ultra-Luxe Century Brand Above Lexus
Toyota this week announced plans to launch a new ultra-luxury brand, Century, positioned above Lexus in its stable in the U.S.
Fed Cuts Rates, but Auto Loan Rates Still Rising
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate this week, but auto loan rates have increased in recent months.