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Six Cylinders Are Cool Again With emissions regulations beginning to ease in certain markets, some automakers are reversing course and returning to larger-displacement engines. Mercedes-Benz, for example, is reportedly preparing to drop the much-criticized inline-four hybrid setup used in the C63 in favor of a more traditional inline-six. Maserati now appears to be following a similar path, having discontinued its turbocharged four-cylinder engine in favor of a V6 for the 2026 Grecale. The V6 in

V6 Power Now the Main Event Maserati has quietly reworked the Grecale lineup for North America, dropping the four-cylinder mild-hybrid models and focusing on six-cylinder power. For 2026, buyers can pick between two V6 gas models or the all-electric Folgore. The new Grecale Modena V6 is the entry point if you want a gas-powered Grecale, and it’s now arriving at showrooms in the US. Under the hood, the Modena V6 uses Maserati’s 3.0-liter twin-turbo Nettuno engine from the MCPura supercar, but det

The Visual Identity Game Car design may not be as tangible as in-car technology, but it can still play a critical role in a vehicle’s success – and in some cases, it can even prove polarizing, as seen with the Tesla Cybertruck. For Maserati, that makes its upcoming concept car, set to debut at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, especially important, as it is expected to define the brand’s design direction for years to come. Gilles Vidal, Stellantis’ newly appointed head of design for Europe, told Auto E

Folgore Has Always Meant a Bigger Price Tag Maserati hasn’t exactly tiptoed into electrification. The Folgore EVs look and feel like their gas siblings, but the price tags have always been in a different league. From day one, Folgore models have cost tens of thousands more than the regular versions. That gap is about to shrink for 2026. A dealer bulletin spotted by CarsDirect shows Maserati slashing prices across its EV lineup. The biggest drops hit the GranTurismo Folgore and GranCabrio Folgore

There are worse ways to spend a Thursday than being handed the keys to a Maserati and pointed toward one of the most storied circuits in British motorsport. Last week, a select group of women from across the motorsport and automotive world got to do exactly that at Goodwood Motor Circuit, courtesy of the Italian marque's inaugural Women's Drive Summit. The event served a dual purpose. First, it celebrated the centenary of Maria Teresa de Filippis, the Neapolitan trailblazer who, in 1958, became

Road Racing Heritage Only a few automotive brands still left in existence can claim that they've reached 100 years in the business. Even fewer are able to reach this milestone and also tout a true racing heritage backed up by multiple wins spanning decades and legendary drivers. Maserati's story hasn't been an easy one, going through a lot more downs than ups, but here they are 100 years later, still alive and kicking. With this major achievement reached, 2026 is set to be a very special year f

Maserati could soon take a major step away from its Italian roots. According to a report from Yunjian Insight, Stellantis is currently in talks with Chinese technology giant Huawei and Chinese automaker JAC to jointly develop a new electric vehicle for the Maserati brand. This comes at a celebratory moment for Maserati, as the brand turns 100 years old. While the marque remains one of Italy’s most historic performance brands, this may be a turning point for the niche automaker. Huawei Would Hand

Stellantis reported its financials for 2025 this week, and the results made for grim reading, with the company reporting a $26.3-billion net loss. In the same report, Stellantis quietly confirmed sales of the Maserati brand for last year, and things didn’t go well for the Italian marque either. Even for a niche brand, Maserati’s global sales of 7,900 units were a disappointment. This is a 30% decline over 2024 and paints a bleak picture of the brand’s future. More worryingly, Stellantis CEO Anto

Head-Turning Deals A plethora of GMC Sierra 1500 pickup trucks is being sold with a hefty discount of over $10,000, bringing the price down to around $30,000, putting them on par with smaller trucks like the Ford Maverick. These heavily discounted vehicles can be found in online inventories from various dealerships. One instance is the Alabama-based Howard BentleyBuick GMC, which shows that several base Sierra 1500 Pro units — listed with an MSRP of $40,190 — are available with a dealer discount

Has Mazda Finally Committed to EV Tech? Mazda has been hesitant, to say the least, when it comes to electrification. For years, the brand has leaned on its Jinba Ittai philosophy, prioritizing driver engagement over outright technological leaps. Hybrids came late, full EVs even later. But at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show, that resistance finally felt like it was cracking. Seeing the 2026 Mazda 6e in the metal, it's clear Mazda is testing how far it can stretch that philosophy into th

Another Mazda Crossover Coming Soon Mazda has no shortage of crossover offerings worldwide. If anything, most of its lineup consists of those, leaving just the 3, MX-5, and, in some markets, the 6e as its non-crossover models. From subcompact to midsize, the Hiroshima-based company has it all and is squeezing into the gaps in between to make sure all bases are covered. Now, there's another one coming, and Mazda has confirmed it. It's the next-generation CX-3, and the brand hopes to achieve highe

Not the First, But Easily the Wildest This isn’t the first time we’ve seen an SUV that tries to double as a pickup. Chery had a concept that blended both, aiming to offer a bit of lifestyle and utility in one package. The Deepal E07 Multitruck takes that formula and adds a few more tricks. The E07 is a full-size electric vehicle, about 16.4 feet long, with a design that leans toward the premium side. What sets it apart is the rear section: with a button or voice command, it opens up into a pract

The Rise of the Soft-Roader The recipe is straightforward, and it works. Start with a regular crossover, give it a small lift, fit chunkier tires, and add some tougher styling cues. Suddenly, it looks ready for more than just city errands. Buyers, especially in North America and Australia, have responded. Soft-roaders now fill the gap between daily comfort and occasional adventure, and they’ve been quite popular with customers. The Subaru Forester Wilderness and Hyundai Tucson XRT show there’s r

Mazda Sweetens the Deal Buying plug-in hybrids is more compelling than ever, thanks to expanded electrification infrastructure and automakers like Toyota doubling down on hybrids instead of fully electric vehicles. Against this backdrop, Mazda is stepping in with a limited-time $5,000 discount on its CX-70 and CX-90 PHEV models. CarsDirect reports, citing dealer incentive bulletins, that the CX-70 PHEV now starts at $40,780, down from $45,780, including destination fees. That makes it cheaper on

Mazda’s Most Important Product Needless to say, the Mazda CX-5 is the Japanese marque’s most important model right now. It’s been its global bestseller for years, even hitting a production milestone that only two other Mazdas have ever reached. With numbers like that, the CX-5 has a direct impact on the company’s bottom line. Mazda is counting on that popularity to carry the CX-5 through a tougher market. Since the CX-5 comes from Japan instead of a US factory, it faces higher costs than its Ame

Skyactiv-Z: Mazda’s Combustion Reset Mazda has made it clear that combustion engines are still part of its plans, and Skyactiv-Z is the strongest proof yet. This new 2.5-liter four-cylinder follows Skyactiv-G and the less successful Skyactiv-X, but the focus this time is on getting more real-world efficiency out of every drop of fuel. For the uninitiated, Mazda’s Skyactiv-Z takes a different approach, using ultra-lean combustion and lambda-one control to get closer to what Mazda calls “ultimate

One In 10 Picked The Turbo The Mazda CX-50 sold 110,345 units last year in 2025, the most in the model's brief but successful existence since being introduced in 2022. Of those units, 57,372 (just under 52%) were the base 2.5-liter engine, which is to be expected given that it's the most affordable, starting at $29,000 for a 2026 model. Mazda also offers the CX-50 with hybrid and turbocharged powertrains, and you might be surprised to learn how many people opt for the latter.

Mazda is facing fresh legal pressure in the United States, as a class action lawsuit filed in Virginia targets its flagship three-row SUV, the CX-90. The case, brought by plaintiff James R. Burnell, alleges persistent brake noise and erratic Lane-Keep Assist behavior, with claims that the same issues could affect 2024 to 2026 model-year CX-90 SUVs. And this isn't the first time Mazda has faced scrutiny over its CX-90's brakes, either. Persistent Brake Squeal Points to Deeper Fault

Mazda unveiled the all-new CX-5 a few months ago, and one of the major talking points was its new user interface, now dominated by a large touchscreen. Many Mazda fans were critical of the layout, since the Japanese automaker was one of the last to make the switch to this Tesla-like interface. Perhaps in response, Mazda has released a new video with Matthew Valbuena, the brand’s Project Manager for In-Vehicle Technologies & HMI. In it, Valbuena highlights the new layout’s many advantages whi

The CX-5 Story So Far Since its debut in 2012, the Mazda CX-5 has been the brand’s cornerstone in the compact SUV segment. It was the first model to fully adopt Mazda’s SkyActiv technology. This approach focused on lightweight engineering, efficient powertrains, and driver-focused dynamics. It helped redefine expectations for mainstream crossovers. Over time, the CX-5 moved upmarket. It gained sharper styling, improved materials, and a more refined cabin. It also maintained strong driving dynami

Hot Off the Presses Mazda has come under fire in a class-action lawsuit alleging that the brand's seat heaters in its Mazda6, CX-9, CX-30, CX-50, and CX-5 models are defective, causing occupants to get burned when in use. Five owners have come together to file this lawsuit against the Japanese automaker. Car Complaints picked up on the story and said that the class action provides a "reasonable estimate" of the cost to repair, which could mean Mazda will have to pay at least $662,492,128.17 to

No Shortage of Crossovers at Mazda If you head to your nearest Mazda showroom, you're pretty much greeted by a whole barrage of crossovers. Sure, there's the Mazda 3 and MX-5, but the rest of the lineup consists of hatchbacks and wagons on tall tires. It's what the public keeps buying, and it's what every automaker keeps churning. In Mazda's case, there's the CX-30 as a stepping stone, followed by the all-new CX-5 and the not-as-new CX-50. For those who'd like something more upmarket, one can ch

A Crossover for Everyone Is there a crossover segment that Mazda hasn't entered? There's the CX-30 at the lower end of the market, and there's the CX-5 and CX-50 for just about everyone. One can choose the CX-60 if they're looking for a junior X3/Q5/GLC alternative, along with the CX-70 for empty nesters who like the size of the CX-90 but don't need an extra row of seats. More recently, Mazda filed a trademark for the CX-40, and the next-generation CX-30 is coming soon. An even smaller crossover

Still Chasing the Rotary Dream Call it resilience or sheer stubbornness, but Mazda still wants to include rotary engines in its future lineup. Of course, making that happen has been a challenge, to say the least. On their own, rotary engines emit a lot of emissions, and given the automotive industry regulations now, Mazda faces an uphill battle that gets steeper every day. Mazda gave the rotary another shot fairly recently with the MX-30 e-SkyActiv-R. It used a rotary engine as a generator for t

Mazda Opens the Door Several reports about the development of the next-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata have already emerged, but concrete details remain scarce. More recently, Motor1 sat down with Mazda Italia to discuss its progress, and one interesting takeaway is that the automaker is welcoming opinions and ideas from Miata community groups and enthusiasts in Italy. That makes sense, given that the Miata is often seen as a people’s sports car, so gathering structured feedback from the people who