Luxury SUVs used to mean Range Rover, but even that was pretty agricultural by modern standards. Then the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ford Explorer began offering upscale, top-of-the-line versions, and soon Lexus, BMW, and Mercedes stepped in. And the floodgates opened. Today is,… Source: Autoblog
Model preview Although the Porsche Cayenne is starting to show its age, it remains extremely popular. Although the third generation high-performance SUV has been in production since 2018, the Cayenne remains Porsche’s second most popular model. Despite its success, Porsche is expected to redesign the Cayenne for the 2026 model year, although reports remain unconfirmed. Here’s what we know so Read More
Further strengthening the Volvo brand Forget everything you thought you knew about the Volvo brand in the past. While you clear your memory, forget about any misconceptions you may have about hybrids and plug-in hybrids. The 2024 Volvo S60 Recharge changes all that and helps you rethink hybrid technology. The Swedish brand, known for its safety and boxy design, now Read More
Toyota announced late Thursday that it will adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS), leaving few automakers left with a long-term commitment to combined charging systems (CCS), which are currently dominant in non-Tesla EVs. The battle is certainly won, as even the biggest resistance groups are publicly considering replacing them with NACS. NACS will be the charging standard that powers Read More
The 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale is a subcompact five-passenger SUV with a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain and standard all-wheel (AWD) drive. In terms of size and price, this new addition to Alfa Romeo’s lineup sits below the Italian automaker’s larger and more expensive compact luxury SUV, the Stelvio. There are three trims… Source: Kelley Blue Book
The 2024 Genesis G70 sedan comes with a new base engine. The old 2.0-liter turbo-4 engine is gone in favor of a more powerful turbocharged 2.5-liter engine. Genesis has not yet announced when the 2024 G70 will arrive, and pricing is not yet known. Updated 10/19/23: Genesis has confirmed that the U.S.-spec 2024 G70 will be powered by a new Read More
Initially, buying an SUV meant almost certainly buying a mid-size SUV. Early models such as the Explorer, Blazer, Grand Cherokee, Pathfinder, and 4Runner are the reason why a niche off-road vehicle segment transformed into the go-to transportation choice and subsequently spawned numerous offshoot segments based on: . Source: Autoblog
Volvo has revealed the full range of pricing for its next EV crossover EX30. This little EV is surprisingly cheap, with a starting price of just $36,245 for the single-motor long-range version. Pre-order configurations are expected to begin later this fall. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2024. It would be difficult for EV naysayers to Read More
Beyond offering electric vehicles to customers, what are manufacturers doing to reduce their own environmental footprint? The transportation sector accounts for about a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions. Masu. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, approximately 70% of direct transport emissions are attributable to the use of vehicles on roads around the world, including light passenger vehicles, Read More
Brussels, October 19, 2023 – The Executive Board of the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) has approved Nissan’s application for membership, with effect from January 1, 2024. Founded in the 1930s, the Japanese automaker has a rich history of producing a wide range of car makes and models. Manufacturing facilities are located in Spain and the UK, and research and Read More