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Letter From Europe First Look First Drive | 2026 BMW iX3 World Car and EV of The Year

Apr 16, 2026

By Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief It’s the same old story., ”you have to be in the right place at the right time” and your reporter certainly was. As you may have read in the specialist automotive press 57 automobile writers have voted BMW’s iX3 not only CAR of the Year but they also named it EV of the yea ... Continue reading

Hyundai N Performance Parts Line for U.S. N=thusiasts

Apr 16, 2026

Hyundai Motor America has announced the launch of its all-new N Performance Parts lineup for N models including the IONIQ 5 N and the Elantra N. The new range of accessories will be available at select U.S. Hyundai dealers, with the N product lineup and specifications viewable at Hyundai Accessory Resource Center - N P ... Continue reading

2026 Toyota Corolla Cross HV XSE - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Apr 12, 2026

Pinnacle of performance and accommodation for dependable family transportation ... Continue reading

Hyundai Motor Company Launches IONIQ Lineup Brand in China with the Premiere of Two New Concept Cars

Apr 11, 2026

Hyundai Motor Company officially launched its all-electric IONIQ lineup brand in China, unveiling two design concept cars at the IONIQ brand launch event in Beijing ahead of Auto China 2026 ('Beijing Auto Show') on April 24. Alongside the concepts, Hyundai Motor presented a strategy aimed at strengthening its position ... Continue reading

1970 Mustang Boss 302 Lives Again

Apr 11, 2026

1970 Mustang Boss 302.Expanding lineup following last fall's introduction of the 1969 Boss 429, Revology's 1970 Boss 302 pays tribute to one of the most iconic road racing homologation specials - reimagined with modern engineering, performance, and drivability. ... Continue reading

The Power of Firsts: Kia launches EV2 campaign as an emotional gateway to electric mobility

Apr 10, 2026

Kia Europe has launched "The Power of Firsts", a new integrated campaign marking the introduction of the EV2, the smallest EV in the brand's line-up and its entry point into electric mobility. Developed in collaboration with INNOCEAN Berlin, the campaign positions the EV2 as an enabler of new experiences. ... Continue reading

KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID NAMED IN CARS.COM'S 2026 BEST VALUE NEW CARS

Apr 7, 2026

The 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid has been recognized in Cars.com's 2026 Best Value New Cars awards, earning the top spot in the Compact SUV category. This latest recognition marks the third consecutive year the Sportage Hybrid has been named to Cars.com's list, underscoring its continued focus on value, efficiency, and eve ... Continue reading

2026 Mazda3 2.5 S Sedan Recognized AS Best Value New Car

Apr 7, 2026

IRVINE, Calif., April 7, 2026 -- The 2026 Mazda3 2.5 S Sedan has been named a top finisher in Cars.com's 2026 Best Value New Cars list in the compact car category, which highlights affordable vehicles that offer a strong mix of features and overall value. Continue Reading 2026 Mazda3. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Autonews Wrapup March 29-April 4, 2026

Apr 5, 2026

Here are Larry’s Top Auto Story Picks of the Week of March 29-April 4, 2026, ... Continue reading

TACH DAILY GLOBAL OEM PRESS INDEX

Apr 2, 2026

Daily Executive Intelligence Brief | Worldwide OEM News + Direct Source Links Global automotive activity today continues to center on electrification acceleration, software-defined vehicle development, and production strategy adjustments across North America, Europe, and China. Legacy OEMs including Toyota, Ford, and G ... Continue reading

xTool Rides Into Custom Motorcycle Culture as Title Sponsor of The Handbuilt Show

Mar 27, 2026

AUSTIN, Texas, March 27, 2026 -- xTool, a global premium consumer-tech brand empowering digital-to-physical creation, is making its debut in the heart of motorcycle and custom fabrication culture as title sponsor of The Handbuilt Show, Brought to you by xTool, now underway at Circuit of The Americas in Austin. As build ... Continue reading

AXN Automotive Systems opens new Louisville plant, powering American-made innovation

Mar 26, 2026

Expansion into larger, more advanced manufacturing space and enables new production capabilities, additional product lines and creation of new jobs. Parent company Randoncorp committed to strengthening U.S. manufacturing with new Made in America offerings. ... Continue reading

Discontinuation of Development and Launch of AFEELA 1 and the Second Model of AFEELA Vehicles

Mar 26, 2026

Tokyo, Japan – March 25, 2026 – Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (“SHM”) today announced that it has decided to discontinue the development and launch of its first model, AFEELA 1, and its second model of AFEELA vehicles that had been under development (collectively, the “Models”). SHM&rsquo ... Continue reading

Stellantis Expands 2026 Drive for Design Contest

Mar 19, 2026

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 19, 2026 -- Bigger, bolder and faster design contest challenges students to imagine the next generation of Street and Racing Technology (SRT) vehicles New this year, the 2026 Drive for Design Junior competition is open to U.S. students, with winners chosen from three age ranges: kindergarten- ... Continue reading

IIHS Safety Studies

Mar 18, 2026

For decades, IIHS has been a leader in the science of road safety. Our research helps policymakers, safety professionals, vehicle manufacturers and the wider public understand what works and what doesn’t to prevent crashes from happening and to minimize injuries in the crashes that still occur. ... Continue reading