Hybrid powertrain impressively propels diverse Lexus LX

The big Lexus SUV is a comfy driver, but the hybrid propulsion system means business.

By Gary S. Vasilash • Oct. 14, 2025

Aston Martin unveils flagship DB12 S ‘Super Tourer’

The British sports car brand pulled the wraps off its latest 200 mph+ long distance mile muncher.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 14, 2025

Lucid Gravity propulsion system proves resistance is futile

The electric powertrain gives the new Gravity a range of 430 miles, quick-charging capabilities, and allows it to hit 60 mph from a standstill in 3.4 seconds. So what’s not to like?

By Dave Zoia • Oct. 13, 2025

Germany’s chancellor backs scrapping the planned ICE ban in Europe

Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Europe’s automakers need more time to transition to electric vehicles.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 10, 2025

Staying power: Ford’s F-150 hybrid system remains a winner

Driving proves the F-150 hybrid lives up to the hype. Our Lariat tester returned more than 22 mpg in our longer mixed-driving runabouts.

By Dave Zoia • Oct. 10, 2025

EV demand isn’t falling off a cliff: Urban Science

Despite the end of a key tax credit, five other factors are still supporting demand for battery electric vehicles sales, per the consultancy.

By Alysha Webb • Oct. 9, 2025

Mercedes-AMG E 53 powertrain makes for a thrilling ride

The plug-in hybrid powertrain in the high-performance subsidiary’s mid-large luxury sedan generates a combined 604 horsepower, but is still fuel-efficient.

By Drew Winter • Oct. 9, 2025

Renault issues consumer warning over UK supplier hack

The automaker said customers’ private data may have been compromised through a third-party data provider.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 9, 2025

Renault budget brand’s new EV to compete with Chinese rivals

Dacia unveils Hipster Concept aiming to maintain cheapest electric vehicle title.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 8, 2025

Nearly all automakers report Q3 sales gains

The exceptions include Volkswagen, which saw sales fall, and Audi, which remained flat.

By Larry Avila • Oct. 8, 2025

RAV4: The phenomenon three decades in the making

Toyota’s small-turned-midsize crossover was the No.1-selling nameplate in the U.S. market in 2024 with 475,000 deliveries, but getting to the top was an evolution.

By Christie Schweinsberg • Oct. 7, 2025

Nissan Xterra poised for a revival

The automaker is considering bringing back the discontinued model as a hybrid built in Canton, Mississippi.

By Larry Avila • Oct. 7, 2025

Keep ICE in Europe’s CO2 emissions drive: AECC

The association believes that a multi-energy approach can reduce greenhouse gasses and save jobs.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 6, 2025

Welcome to the new WardsAuto

We have a new website as a result of our combination with Automotive Dive. Here's a reminder of our mission.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 3, 2025

New 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid plays to Subaru’s core audience

The offroad-oriented Japanese brand plots a hybrid future without losing the plotline.

By Bengt Halvorson • Sept. 30, 2025

European BEV sales still below forecasts

Europe’s consumers prefer hybrid powertrain vehicles to any other, registration data shows.

By Paul Myles • Sept. 25, 2025

Nissan brings refinements to 2026 Sentra

The redesigned Sentra, available in S, SV, SR and SL grades, will reach showrooms later this year.

By Jim Irwin • Sept. 23, 2025

Retro styling for Ferrari’s 849 Testarossa

New flagship road car draws on inspiration from past glories while using the automaker’s latest PHEV technology.

By Paul Myles • Sept. 23, 2025

Mitsubishi’s Euro BEV shows alliance goes on

The brand’s first French-built compact SUV results from an agreement among Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi to develop future BEV models.

By Paul Myles • Sept. 22, 2025

AI takes center stage in software-defined vehicle evolution

As automakers undergo a digital transformation, legacy processes and organizational frameworks present major obstacles to innovation.

By Maite Bezerra • Sept. 22, 2025

GAC’s expansion strategy using global design studios

In an interview with WardsAuto, the Chinese automaker’s design chief points to strengths of having design input from U.S. and European teams.

By Paul Myles • Sept. 19, 2025

Hyundai Believes It Has Formula for Gains with New Palisade; Price Rises

The brand has had one of the best-selling large 3-row crossovers in the U.S. since introducing the first-gen Palisade in 2020.

By Christie Schweinsberg • Sept. 16, 2025

Toyota Commits to First BEV Production in Europe

The automaker expands production capacity in its Czech plant to accommodate builds of its first BEV to be made in Europe.

By Paul Myles • Sept. 15, 2025

WardsAuto and Automotive Dive Combine: New Site and Newsletter Coming Soon

Starting in October, readers will be able to access both publications' work under a unified WardsAuto website and redesigned newsletters, as part of a larger combination.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 12, 2025

JLR’s Global Vehicle Production Still Stopped

Car production is halted as the automaker battles to rescue corporate systems handling all its global sites.

By Paul Myles • Sept. 11, 2025