Author: Jason Cooper
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Next Toyota Corolla Could Get a Major Electronics Overhaul
The next-generation Toyota Corolla is expected to arrive in 2027 with a different approach to vehicle electronics that could make it easier for Toyota to offer gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric versions of the popular model. According to reports from Japan, the automaker plans to divide the Corolla’s electronic systems into four separate…
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2027 Nissan Altima Keeps Going With a $210 Price Increase
The 2027 Nissan Altima is officially here, with the midsize sedan returning for another model year despite signs that its time in Nissan’s lineup may be approaching an end. The latest model brings a $210 price increase across the remaining trims, a simplified lineup, and the same engine, transmission, and power figures as before. Nissan…
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Volkswagen Plans Major Model Cuts as EV Strategy Shifts
Volkswagen is preparing to reduce its vehicle lineup as the automaker faces mounting pressure from Chinese competitors, U.S. tariffs and slower-than-expected demand for electric vehicles. The planned cuts could eliminate as much as 50% of models and variants across the Volkswagen Group’s eight car brands, with Volkswagen brand chief Thomas Schäfer outlining a gradual approach…
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Stellantis Rules Out Maserati Sale, Promises New Plan in December
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa has ruled out selling Maserati, despite persistent rumors about the luxury brand’s future and its struggles to establish a stronger position in the luxury car market. Speaking at the Paris Auto Show, Filosa said the company was not considering a sale and promised to present a plan for Maserati in December…
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Honda HR-V Hybrid Could Get TrailSport and RS Trims
The Honda HR-V Hybrid could soon become more adventurous and sportier in Japan, with two new trims reportedly in development: TrailSport for off-road-inspired capability and RS for a more performance-focused appearance. While neither version has been confirmed for the U.S. market, the Japanese-market models could offer features that would make the subcompact SUV more distinctive…
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Alfa Romeo Interior Design: New Tech Could Reach Future Cars
Alfa Romeo wants to move away from the increasingly similar interiors found in modern cars, replacing the familiar formula of large touchscreens and flat center consoles with a more distinctive driver-focused experience. At the 2026 Paris Motor Show, the automaker’s Head of Products, Daniele Chiari, revealed that some technologies introduced in the new Cuorerosso concept…
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BMW M2 Turbo AWD Debuts in India, Leaving U.S. Buyers Out
BMW has introduced an all-wheel-drive version of the M2 Turbo Edition for India, giving the performance coupe improved acceleration while leaving U.S. buyers without access to the new configuration for now. The BMW M2 Turbo AWD retains its 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six engine with 480 horsepower, but reaches 62 mph in 3.7 seconds, beating the acceleration…
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EV Charger Rankings: 5 U.S. Metro Areas With the Best Access
Electric vehicle charging access varies widely across the United States, with Los Angeles leading the nation in total chargers while the San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose area ranks first when population is considered. A new iSeeCars study also projects that U.S. EV charger growth will slow to 15.5% in 2026, its lowest annual rate since 2011, offering…
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Volkswagen ID.Buzz: Cheaper Next-Gen EV Van in Development
Volkswagen is developing a more affordable next-generation ID.Buzz as the electric van struggles to gain traction in the U.S. market. U.S. sales fell 82% in 2026, and the automaker skipped the 2026 model year for the vehicle. The upcoming version is expected to bring lower costs, improved range, faster charging and better software, although its…
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Honda and Mazda Car Sales Rise as SUV Sales Slip in 2026
Honda and Mazda are seeing an unexpected shift in their 2026 U.S. sales, with passenger cars gaining ground while SUVs and light trucks struggle to keep pace. Through September, Honda car sales climbed 16.5%, while Mazda’s increased 33%, even as Mazda’s overall sales declined and Honda continued to grow. Honda and Mazda Sales Show a…
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