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Jeep has unveiled nostalgic special editions of the Wrangler SUV and Gladiator pickup truck. Known as the Rewind special editions, they’re inspired by the Easter Jeep Safari concept previously shown by the automaker. In the case of the Wrangler Rewind, this marks the sixth of 12 special-edition Wranglers to be revealed as part of the ongoing Twelve 4 Twelve campaign. The Rewind editions feature a slew of exterior and interior flourishes, along with additional standard amenities—and for a fairly

The affordable EV segment has gotten quite a lot of attention in recent months. Nissan introduced an all-new Leaf and Chevrolet launched the new Bolt, both of which start at under $30,000. But another $10,000 or so can get you something larger and more refined, such as the Kia Niro EV. Kia has finally released pricing for the 2026 model, following the launch of the Niro Hybrid last year. The good news is that the price hike is modest, but the Niro EV now finds itself facing some tough competitio

Lexus has officially launched the eighth generation of the ES sedan in the United States. Available in both fully electric and hybrid iterations, the ES 350e EV will be arriving in dealerships in April at a starting price of $47,500, which is actually cheaper than the hybrid variants. The EV will be followed by the hybrid version in June, giving Lexus buyers in this category an interesting choice to make, given the price parity between the two powertrains. We’ve covered the 2026 ES sedan before

A Higher Starting Point Lexus has released pricing for the facelifted 2026 IS, and with the more affordable trims now discontinued, the lineup opens at $46,795 (including delivery and handling fees). That figure represents a roughly $5,000 increase over the outgoing 2025 model year, though the gap narrows considerably when comparing equivalent trim levels. The aforementioned starting price applies specifically to the 2026 IS 350 F Sport Design, which carries only a $1,640 increase compared with

A New Generation Without a Sticker Shock Mazda is giving the CX-5 its biggest update yet for 2026. There’s a new platform underneath, a cabin that finally feels spacious (at least according to Mazda), and a much more digital interior. Usually, a full reset like this means a big jump in price. This time, Mazda keeps things in check where it counts. The 2026 CX-5 starts at $29,990 for the base 2.5 S, just a small bump over last year. That’s with more standard tech, better safety, and a bigger cabi

For years now, Mazda has set itself apart from mainstream rivals with vehicles that feature more premium designs and upscale interior materials. Mazda’s premium aspirations have also been evident in the brand’s use of vehicle colors. The gorgeous Soul Red Crystal is Mazda’s signature color, but there are several others that bring the brand’s vehicles to life. A new one has just been introduced, that being Navy Blue Mica. Launching on the new generation of the CX-5, it’s yet another beautiful add

First Mild-Hybrid Outlander in the US Earlier this year, Mitsubishigave the Outlander PHEV a solid refresh – sharper front-end, cleaner cabin, and tweaks that kept it competitive with the likes of the Toyota RAV4 and Hyundai Tucson. The changes didn’t just update the look; they made the plug-in Outlander feel more refined and kept it right at the center of Mitsubishi’s lineup. Now it’s the regular Outlander’s turn. For 2026, Mitsubishi is rolling out the first mild-hybrid Outlander in the US, ad

Mitsubishi has announced a series of updates for the 2026 Outlander Plug-In Hybrid, one of only a few PHEVs in the compact crossover segment. A larger battery promises a longer all-electric range, efficiency has improved, and it now produces more power than before. The benchmark in this category is the new Toyota RAV4 PHEV, so the Mitsubishi has its work cut out if it wants to attract buyers who would otherwise go knocking on Toyota’s door without a second thought. Is the Outlander a better buy

The Detroit Auto Show has kicked off, setting the stage for the Automotive Press Association to announce the winners of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year awards (NACTOY). Choosing from a pool of nine finalists (three in each category), judges have selected the following as the best all-new or substantially redesigned vehicles on the market in an independent process that involves them voting individually, with the votes only being counted by Deloitte just before the p

We already told you that BANGshifter extraordinaire Joe Grippo was at it again this New Year’s Day for Maple Grove Raceway’s annual New Year’s No Prep where they run both frontside and backside no prep races. And we shared his video from the frontside races already, but here is the backside racing action video from Joe. If you missed the frontside race video, use the link below to check it out too. The action is always fun, and the folks from the northeast who don’t care if it is cold, as long

BANGshifter extraordinaire Joe Grippo was at it again this New Year’s Day for Maple Grove Raceway’s annual New Year’s No Prep where they run both frontside and backside no prep races. The action is always fun, and the folks from the northeast who don’t care if it is cold, as long as they can race, are thrilled to death to be tearing it up at Maple Grove. Track temp is always one of the things people talk about at drag races. If it’s hot outside, everyone is talking about how high the track temp

We’ve shared a few galleries of photos from David Whealon already but now we’re getting into some of the photos from Richard Pasley too. Check them all out below by using the link to all the galleries we’ve posted so far! (Photos by Richard Pasley and David Whealon) – NHRA Drag Racing at the Gatornationals was off the hook yet again in 2026! The week started with new drivers, crew chiefs, and teams, plus record breaking performances in testing, and ended with big wins and happy fans. This is th

It’s time for more great Gatornationals Lucas Oil Drag Racing series videos, and these are great. We’ve shared Bobby Fazio’s videos before, and appreciate his sportsman focused drag racing coverage and interviews. His latest video is from last weekend’s NHRA GatorNationals in Florida and features NHRA Stock Eliminator racers. These are the muscle cars everyone knows and loves, with a very strict set of rules, that run on a small tire and carry the front wheels on their way to 9-12 second 1/4 mil

It’s winter, and the last thing anyone wants is to be stuck on the size of the road with a flat tire in freezing conditions. But if you own a 2026 Nissan Rogue—the company's best-selling model in the United States, with almost 220,000 models sold in 2025—your problems may continue even after fitting your spare tire. Nissan has issued a recall for some 2026 Rogues for having spare tires that may not match the size and inflation pressure information on the tire placard. While no incidents have yet

When Nissan announced it would be discontinuing the Versa subcompact sedan in the U.S. late in 2025, it also marked the departure of the cheapest vehicle in the country. The Versa was the last new car you could purchase for under $20,000; at $17,390 for the base model, it was terrific value for money. Now, Nissan has begun production of the new 2026 Versa in Mexico, where it’s the best-selling vehicle. This gives us our first clear look at the fresh Versa sedan after the design was leaked last y

The Polaris Slingshot is unlike anything else on the planet, offering an extreme motoring experience on just three wheels. But if the 'regular' vehicle (a relative term in a three-wheeler, particularly one this brutally sharp and aggressively accelerating) is somehow not special enough for you, you now have more options than ever. Late last year, Polaris revived the Grand Touring model, and now it's introducing the limited-production Slingshot Signature Edition. With a powerful audio system and

Here is a cool event folks! This is taking Practice Tree racing to a whole new level. This is the Pro Stock Practice Tree Winter Nationals, an event that not only measures reaction time, but also requires shifting on time to get the best ET in these Pro Stock simulators. Check it out. Livestream Description: We are LIVE from the Practice Tree Winternationals, hosted by 2025 NHRA Factory X World Champion Lenny Lottig! This isn’t your average practice tree race. Today, contestants are climbin

Last week, Ram resurrected the ProMaster City van to help fill a niche that has been shrinking, and now the Stellantis product planners have come up with another new vehicle that should have broad appeal. It's called the 2026 Ram 1500 BackCountry, and it sits between the affordable entry-level Warlock and the more premium Rebel variants, offering some useful off-road upgrades and a touch of extra style without breaking the bank. The new BackCountry is based on the Big Horn 4x4 Crew Cab and is es

It’s time for the 9-race Hoosier Super Tour to start and that means racing at Buttonwillow Raceway Park in central California. There is a lot of qualifying and racing both today and tomorrow, so make sure you check in for all that action tomorrow morning too! Video Description: The 2026 Hoosier Racing Tire SCCA Super Tour kicks off another year of the very best of SCCA Road Racing action at Buttonwillow Raceway Park! For just the second year, The Circuit’s 2.56-mile layout will attract racers

While we patiently wait for the Detroit Auto Show to roll around so we can see what Ford is cooking (is it a new Mustang Cobra or Boss?), Shelby American has taken the liberty of giving us something that could be just as exciting: the 2026 Shelby American Super Snake. A name first introduced in 1966 on a big block Cobra and then the following year in a high-performance Mustang, the Super Snake is Shelby American's longest-running Ford Mustang model, and for the new year, it doesn't mess with a w

Shelby American is known for its broad range of souped-up Mustang muscle cars, but the performance vehicle specialist also has a truck lineup that includes the F-150 Super Snake street truck, Shelby F-150 off-road truck and Shelby Raptor, which takes Ford’s factory desert racer up a notch. Mind you, Shelby’s truck lineup also includes the F-250 Super Baja, which launched in 2021 as an extreme off-road performance version of Ford’s Super Duty truck, creating the niche for Baja-ready heavy-duty tr

If you want the rugged crossover experience without driving something big and bulky, the Subaru Crosstrek has always been a top choice. It’s got standard all-wheel drive and doesn’t look like it’ll be out of place on a dirt road. If you want to get behind the wheel of a 2026 Crosstrek relatively affordably this month, Subaru is running a pair of lease deals on its smallest crossover. These Subaru Crosstrek leasing offers apply to the cheapest gas and hybrid trims, so here’s how much you’ll pay,

Subaru’s cheapest model, the subcompact Crosstrek, underwent a few major changes in the powertrain department for the 2026 model year. The non-hybrid model did away with the underpowered 2.0-liter engine in favor of the larger 2.5L mill, while a new Crosstrek Hybrid was introduced, too. These changes give the Subaru a better chance of stealing away buyers from rivals like the Toyota Corolla Cross and Honda HR-V. If you want a small crossover with a rugged edge, here’s a look at the Subaru Crosst

Safety That Speaks for Itself Subaru has long built its brand around safety, and this year is no exception. The Japanese automaker announced that the 2026 model year of the Forester, Ascent, and Outback earned IIHS Top Safety Pick+ awards, the highest honor in the organization’s safety ratings. The Forester, Ascent, and Outback are among the 45 vehicles to earn IIHS Top Safety Pick+ awards so far this year, with the Forester collecting its 20th consecutive Top Safety Pick honor. That streak date

Subaru has announced its first foray into the hands-free driving era. The first model to benefit is the Outback, which recently entered a new generation. The automaker’s EyeSight driver-assistance suite has already been available across Subaru’s lineup, but the Outback’s new Hands-Free Assist Driving system is far more advanced. As with other hands-free systems like Ford’s BlueCruise, Subaru’s system supports hands-free driving on most interstate highways. It can be used at speeds of up to 85 mp