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Justice Department sues to block California clean cars rules
The California rules amount to “backdoor fuel economy policies” and an “illegal EV mandate” that would further drive up prices, the administration claims.
By Bengt Halvorson • March 17, 2026 -
Courtesy of Mercedes-Benz
First drive: The electric Mercedes-Benz C-Class will stand out, not reinvent
We sample a prototype of Mercedes-Benz’s forthcoming electric C-class sedan ahead of its US market launch early next year
By Greg Kable • March 17, 2026 -
Courtesy of Lucid
Lucid reveals Lunar robotaxi concept, previews Cosmos and Earth
Three Midsize models aim toward profitability with Lucid’s leaner new platform, while autonomous-driving features point to a new subscription model.
By Bengt Halvorson • March 16, 2026 -
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EU new car registrations dip in January despite EV growth
Fiat spurred Stellantis performance while new brands based in China drove BEV sales growth.
By Paul Myles • March 13, 2026 -
Courtesy of Honda
Honda cancels 0 Series EVs amid “extremely challenging” financials
Tariffs and global competition factor into a quiet end for a family of EVs set for Ohio production.
By Bengt Halvorson • March 13, 2026 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Ram targets small commercial van market with ProMaster City’s return
The new vehicle will fill a slot U.S. automakers abandoned in 2023. It’s a market sector Stellantis believes could be worth $4 billion annually.
By Dave Zoia • March 12, 2026 -
Courtesy of Tesla Inc.
UK vehicle registrations just hit a high, as EV market share shrank
A traditionally slow month saw demand for PHEVs record the largest growth, SMMT data showed.
By Paul Myles • March 11, 2026 -
Courtesy of Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz VLE EV shows that vans can be luxury limos
The upmarket aero-styled van family will be sold in the U.S. with a choice of electric or gasoline power, and seating for up to eight.
By Greg Kable • March 11, 2026 -
Courtesy of Renault Group
Renault focuses strategy on SDVs, China-like speed to market
The automaker is aiming to grow outside its domestic European markets, where its expects 100% of sales to come from BEVs by 2030.
By Paul Myles • March 10, 2026 -
Courtesy of Nissan
Nissan e-Power review: Hybrid power set to amp up 2027 Rogue
Kept in charge by a gasoline engine, an electric drive motor powers the wheels in Nissan’s third-generation e-Power series hybrid system.
By Bob Gritzinger • March 10, 2026 -
Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Ford recalls over 4.3M trucks, SUVs over trailer module defect
In November, the automaker closed its review of the issue, concluding that the loss of trailer lights did not violate federal safety standards due to the presence of driver warning messages.
By Kalena Thomhave • March 10, 2026 -
Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Ford recalls nearly 413K Explorer SUVs for rear suspension issue
The vehicles are facing another safety recall over broken rear suspension toe links, which have prompted multiple recalls dating back to 2016.
By Kalena Thomhave • March 9, 2026 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis offering commercial EVs at diesel prices in Europe
The automaker seeks to boost European EV adoption by temporarily pegging prices at ICE levels.
By Paul Myles • March 6, 2026 -
Courtesy of Ford
Ford scrapped cost-cutting norms to create its $30,000 EV
The automaker applied bounties, not bean-counting, down to the smaller parts that collectively have a cascading effect on an EV’s weight, aerodynamics and overall efficiency.
By Bengt Halvorson • March 5, 2026 -
Permission granted by Subaru of America
Subaru joins EV party in thoughtful way with new Trailseeker, Uncharted: review
Subaru and Toyota divided the development costs, human resources, engineering and design of the Subaru Uncharted and Toyota C-HR, while Subaru did additional development on the Subaru Trailseeker.
By Tanya Gazdik • March 5, 2026 -
Courtesy of Volvo Cars
Volvo ramps up EX60 production to meet demand
The automaker sees strong demand in Europe for its midsize electric SUV ahead of U.S. launch.
By Paul Myles • March 4, 2026 -
Courtesy of General Motors
GM merging its CPO dealer sales program with CarBravo
The move will consolidate the automaker’s certified pre-owned vehicle sales under a single, nationwide omnichannel platform for car shoppers.
By Eric Walz • March 4, 2026 -
Courtesy of Mazda North America Operations
Mazda North America CEO looks to boost US sales with new CX-5
The refreshed crossover is targeted at young, growing families and starts around 40% below the average new-vehicle transaction price in the U.S.
By Eric Walz • March 3, 2026 -
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Polestar accelerates EU push with biggest model launch yet
Four new electric vehicles are expected to launch over the next three years, including an entry-level compact SUV in 2028.
By Paul Myles • March 2, 2026 -
Courtesy of Nissan North America
Nissan recalls 642K Rogue SUVs over engine issues
The affected vehicles are equipped with the automaker’s 3-cylinder, 1.5-liter turbo-charged engine. The problems include seized bearings and faulty electronic throttle body units.
By Kalena Thomhave • March 2, 2026 -
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Ferrari stands out as ultra-luxury dealership acquisitions rise
Some dealers will work to acquire other exotics just to own a Ferrari franchise, experts say.
By Alysha Webb • March 2, 2026 -
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China’s ban on hidden door handles could disrupt global EV designs
The mandatory design changes, which could add extra costs for manufacturers, might also offer opportunities to suppliers, according to analysts
By Paul Myles • Feb. 27, 2026 -
Courtesy of Nissan Motor Corp.
Nissan’s 2027 Rogue comes to US with third-gen hybrid system
The automaker's e-Power system ushers in a different engineering approach from rivals Toyota and Honda.
By Bob Gritzinger • Feb. 26, 2026 -
Courtesy of Newspress UK
EU auto sales start 2026 with a slump
ICE powertrains are seen as driving the fall in new-car registrations within Europe’s broader economic bloc.
By Paul Myles • Feb. 26, 2026 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis posts $26B loss amid EV reset
As the automaker sidelines electric vehicles, it sees North America as a potential growth engine in 2026.
By Paul Myles • Feb. 26, 2026
