The term “software-defined vehicle” (SDV) always seemed like a bit of meaningless buzz to me. Cars have been defined by software for decades, I figured, with lots of little computers to control various electronic functions. Hell, Bendix came out with electronic fuel injection in 1956. (Admittedly, it didn’t work at the time, but the principle … Read more
The Jeep Cherokee is back and it’s making a big statement for 2026. Jeep has completely redesigned its midsize SUV with more space, more tech, a hybrid powertrain, and the off-road capability the brand is known for. The 2026 Cherokee will arrive at dealerships in late 2025, starting at $36,995 including destination. For the first … Read more
In a strange twist, we might soon see BMW engines powering Mercedes-Benz cars. According to a rumor first reported by German publication Manager Magazin, the tri-star brand is in talks with BMW to purchase four-cylinder motors for its lineup starting in 2027. The engine—likely to be a derivative of the turbocharged 2.0-liter B48 used in … Read more
Ford CEO Jim Farley has been doing a lot of thinking lately. He’s pushing the legendary automaker toward an electric future and a streamlined manufacturing process, with the goal of building affordable electric vehicles. That’s great and all, but Farley also has some thoughts on what should follow the high-priced, high-performance Mustang GTD, and he … Read more
A Nissan sales manager has gone viral for his conversation with customers after a Nissan Pathfinder transmission went out three days after being sold. In a TikTok that’s generated 1.7 million views as of this writing, John Mesker (@johnmeske) shares his phone call with the customers who purchased the Nissan Pathfinder. Mesker reveals in an … Read more
The Nissan LEAF is getting a major reboot for 2026, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most affordable and practical EVs you can buy. Nissan has announced that the all-new 2026 LEAF will start at just $31,485, making it the lowest-priced new electric vehicle currently on sale in the U.S. The new … Read more
A 2024 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid owner elected to change her own cabin air filter after being quoted $87 by a service center for a replacement. TikTok user Greta (@gretz____) was shocked at how easy the procedure was to complete herself, and how much money she saved in doing so. She documented the entire process, from … Read more
A driving instructor went viral on TikTok after showing viewers the right way to pull up to a stop sign, and plenty of viewers admitted they’ve been stopping “wrong” this whole time. Moe (@moethedrivinginstructor), who regularly posts lessons on everything from parallel parking to steering wheel hand placement, recently responded to a comment asking, “Can … Read more
Cadillac is giving us a glimpse of what happens when its V-Series performance heritage meets all-electric innovation — and the result is unlike anything we’ve seen from the brand before. Debuting at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, the Elevated Velocity concept is a bold 2+2 electric crossover designed to dominate both the highway and the … Read more
Hyundai is expanding its electric SUV lineup with the introduction of the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9, a three-row flagship EV that blends style, comfort, and versatility in a way that will appeal to families looking to make the jump to electric. Positioned above the Ioniq 5 and 7, the Ioniq 9 is aimed squarely at … Read more