Kia confirms midsize pickup with hybrid and range extender powertrain options. Truck targets US buyers with towing skills, off road ability and a roomy cabin. Wider Kia strategy includes more hybrids, EV growth and big US sales targets. Kia’s nearly ready to saddle up and ride into America’s most fiercely loyal segment, and it’ll be doing it with the help Read More
Jeep brought two more concepts to the Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, in addition to the six concepts we looked at earlier. The Cherokee Upland has minor tweaks to the front bumper and larger tires, which could be a preview of the new Trailhawk trim. The Recon Overwatch is more extreme, with 34-inch tires, wide fenders, a green interior, Read More
The Crosstrek Limited Black Special Edition brings stealth styling and built-in navigation to the standard Limited trim at no additional cost. … Source: Car Scoops
Hyundai has unveiled two Ioniq concepts, badged the Venus and Earth. The Venus is a high-riding sedan that looks nothing like the Ioniq 5. Both concept cars feature radical interiors to inspire production models. The Ioniq brand has served as Hyundai’s premium series of EVs in Western markets for several years. Now, Hyundai is launching Ioniq in China, but it’s Read More
This is a rental Dodge that survived unscathed. It has low mileage and major parts have been replaced. These humble light cars played a heroic role in Chrysler’s modern history. There is a lot of debate about which cars are the most comfortable, which are the most practical, and which are the safest. But there’s no arguing about that… Source: Read More
This $35,100 micro-camper offers 30 square feet of living space, 143 miles of range, and comes without any furniture. … Source: Car Scoops
The white paint of certain Hondas is allegedly prone to peeling off. Models listed in this lawsuit include the Odyssey, Pilot, Fit, and HR-V. A judge dismissed the original lawsuit last year, but it’s been re-filed. Honda is back under scrutiny in the United States, and the issue will sound familiar to anyone who has followed the brand over the Read More
2027 Chevrolet Equinox Continuously variable transmissions (CVTs) are being phased out, According to GM’s vehicle ordering guide. Previously the only transmission available on front-wheel-drive Equinoxes, this replaces the traditional eight-speed automatic. The 8-speed automatic also replaces the CVT in other GM models such as GMC. Source: Car and Driver
The T70S is available in both road and track versions and will be built in just 16 samples. … Source: Car Scoops
Chrysler says minivans are making a comeback as SUV prices keep climbing. Updated Pacifica is now being positioned as both luxurious and adventurous. The brand’s CEO still won’t say what’s next, but promises more news in May. It’s been about a week since Chrysler unveiled its new and improved Pacifica. While it’s not what we’d call revolutionary, the brand clearly Read More