Lexus ES 2026: when a Japanese sedan decides to grow up
The 2026 Lexus ES goes fully electric with two BEV variants and a hybrid on the way. Here's everything you need to know.
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Canada could help China’s biggest carmaker break into the US market
Canada’s lower tariffs on Chinese EVs have reopened the door for BYD, which is also considering a local factory.
EV owners could face new fees as Congress leaves gas taxes unchanged
EV owners may soon face new federal costs under a transportation proposal now taking shape in the House.
Trump said he’d keep gas cheap, then he started a war
Gas prices haven't been this high since October 2023, and the Iran war is the reason. Trump's creative accounting mean for your next fill-up.
Volvo drops its smallest EV in the US, but keeps it in other markets
Volvo will remove the EX30 from the US market after weak sales, while keeping the small electric crossover on sale elsewhere.
When Chinese BAIC took a Jeep, a G-Wagen, and a blender
The BAIC BJ81 looks like Jeep and Mercedes had a love child in Beijing. But beneath the bold design hides a 1.5-liter hybrid range extender.
US EV sales fall 41% as the post-incentive slowdown hits
US electric vehicle registrations fell 41 percent in January as the market adjusted to the end of the federal tax credit.
Porsche considers US production for some of its cars
Porsche absorbed over $811 million in tariff costs in 2025, and US production now looks like a real option for the brand.
From Hormuz to the pump: how a not-quite-war is draining your gas tank
Gas prices are climbing again, and this time the Middle East is more than a backdrop. Here's what the conflict in Iran means for oil markets.
Mercedes promised Alabama workers it won’t threaten them anymore
Mercedes reached a deal with the NLRB over alleged union-busting at its Alabama plant, but admitted nothing.
Tesla jumps in reliability ranking, beating Kia and Hyundai
Tesla rises nine positions in the new Consumer Reports reliability ranking as Subaru, Lexus and Honda continue to lead the industry.
A filter you never asked for: the GPF is America’s new reality
Gas Particulate Filters (GPF) are quietly making their way into American trucks and cars. Ford's already on board for 2025-2026.
Stellantis and Toyota leave Tesla’s European emissions pool
Toyota and Stellantis leave Tesla’s European emissions pool, potentially reducing billions in credit revenue for the EV maker.
Canada dumps Trump to get cozy with Germany and China
Faced with a global market that’s fracturing faster than a cheap plastic dashboard, Germany and Canada have officially…
Stellantis dealers push EU for looser emissions targets to protect retail and workforce
European Stellantis dealers ask the EU for greater CO2 flexibility to protect jobs, retail networks and the electric transition.
How America’s trade war turned Canada into Detroit’s worst nightmare
Volkswagen just postponed its planned Audi production facility in the United States, citing a minor inconvenience called a…
Jeremy Clarkson compares closing Lancia to destroying the Colosseum
Jeremy Clarkson says closing Lancia would be like demolishing the Colosseum, highlighting the brand’s deep cultural and historical importance in Italy.
How the Xiaomi YU7 just made the Tesla Model Y irrelevant
Xiaomi has proved that "outsiders" can flip the global automotive industry upside down in a matter of months.
Jeremy Clarkson’s Maserati trauma: a love story gone wrong
Jeremy Clarkson's Maserati MCPura Cielo broke down without warning, leaving the legendary car critic "heartbroken".
BYD refuses to pay tariffs and takes the Trump administration to court
BYD challenges US tariffs in court, seeks cancellation and refunds and tests legal basis of trade measures on automotive imports.
Stellantis sells Canada’s only EV gigafactory for $100
Stellantis insists it remains a "committed customer" and will continue sourcing batteries from NextStar.
Why the U.S. auto market is turning into a luxury market
Rising prices and interest rates reshape the US auto market, push new cars out of reach for many middle-class buyers and increase polarization.
Stellantis learned that customers actually want cars they can drive
Stellantis promises $13 billion in US investment over the next four years. Whether that's optimism or damage control remains to be seen.
Stellantis under pressure as EU threatens $2.8 billion van fine
Stellantis faces up to €2.6 billion in EU CO2 penalties as stricter emissions rules for vans intensify pressure to accelerate electrification across Europe.