Marc Carter
2022 Mazda CX-5 starts at $27,125
Mazda has announced the pricing for the 2022 CX-5, which now starts at $27,125, an increase of $580 over last year's model. Although the base price for the new CX-5 has increased, it's actually a better value now because it comes standard with all-wheel drive, it was previously a $1,400 option. The 2022 CX-5 also gets new trim levels,...
2022 Honda Civic Si First Drive Review: Even More Fun
The 2022 Honda Civic Si is here and just like the standard sedan, it now looks more grown up and refined. When Honda unveiled the new Civic Si, some were disappointed that it has less horsepower than the last one, but power complaints aside, the new Civic Si is an improvement over its predecessor. Starting with the engine, the 2022...
BMW Concept XM previews a standalone M model
The BMW M sub-brand has churned out several hotter versions of the standard BMW cars for years, but it's only ever built one standalone model, the M1. Now BMW M is about to get its second model, a new high-performance SUV, which we're getting a preview of with the Concept XM. We've been hearing rumors about a new range-topping...
2023 Genesis G90 stands out
We like the current Genesis G90, but it's conservative looks are easily forgotten. Well that has now changed, since Genesis has unveiled the first photos of the 2023 G90 and all we can say is wow. Genesis says that the new G90's styling "is the most elegant interpretation of the brand’s design philosophy of Athletic Elegance yet, showcasing to customers...
Jeep Gladiator 4xe Plug-in Hybrid reportedly coming in 2024
Earlier this year Jeep confirmed that it will introduce an electrified version of the Gladiator, but it did not give us a timeframe for the plug-in hybrid truck's arrival. We're still waiting for the official announcement, but a new report claims that the Gladiator 4xe will arrive for the 2024 model year. Mopar Insiders is reporting that an anonymous source...
Porsche expands its “Paint to Sample” program with over 160 colors
Porsche has announced that it is expanding the number of colors in its Paint to Sample program with over 160 colors for buyers to choose from. The PTS program is also now available on every model in Porsche's lineup, with the Cayenne and Taycan being the newest additions. The additional color options are available thanks to an expansion of Porsche's...
Nissan looks to the future with Chill, Surf, Hand and Max Out electric concept cars
Nissan has some big changes coming by the end of the decade as part of its Nissan Ambition 2030 plan, which will see the brand add 23 electrified models. 15 of the new models will be fully electric and at least one of them will feature solid-state batteries by fiscal year 2028. In addition to announcing its future plans,...
2023 Kia Niro debuts in Seoul
Kia has unveiled the second-generation Niro crossover in Seoul, South Korea. Just like the last one, the new Niro will be offered in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric versions. This time the Niro now has a lot more style. The 2023 Kia Niro is inspired by the Habaniro concept that debuted in 2019, which gives it a bolder look. At...
Next-Gen Ford Ranger debuts with boxier styling
The Ford Ranger only made its return in the US a few years ago, but other markets continued to sell the Ranger, long after it disappeared from here. Now Ford has unveiled the next-generation Ranger, which is set to go on sale in 2022 in select markets, but we'll have to wait a bit longer to get in the...
Audi Q8 e-tron will replace the e-tron
The Audi e-tron electric crossover was only expected to stick around for one generation, since Audi has been expanding the e-tron lineup. Now Audi has announced that the new Q8 e-tron will replace the e-tron. According to Belgium's RTL Info, Audi boss Markus Duesmann also confirmed that it will be built at Audi's Brussels plant, which currently builds the...
