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The cheapest new SUV you can buy with three pedals

The 2026 Jeep Wrangler is one of only two new SUVs in America with a manual transmission, starting at $37,530 delivered.

Toyota's worst nightmare is here — BYD just delivered a sales shock

BYD's strong push in South Korea's import car market is shaking Japan's brands, prompting Toyota and Lexus to counterattack with electrification.

Suppy’s Garage Ep.1: We’re Turning TWO Brand New 2026 Dodge Chargers Into Drift Cars!

We have tackled some wild builds here at Hemmings, but our latest project at Suppy’s Garage might just be the most ambitious countdown clock we’ve ever set. In Episode 1, Mike Musto lets Suppy know that he’s being dropped directly into the pressure cooker: transforming two brand-new, pre-production 2026 Dodge Chargers into competition-spec drift cars… The post Suppy’s Garage Ep.1: We’re Turning TWO Brand New 2026 Dodge Chargers Into Drift Cars!...

Rare treasures of a car collection you’ve (probably) never heard of

Inside the terrific car collection of Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani in Qatar

7 country-only cars the rest of the world missed

A look at cars that were kept inside one market despite deserving wider fame. The list runs from Japan's Honda NSX-R and Toyota Century to South Africa's BMW 333i, Britain's wild Lancer Evolution FQ cars, Brazil's Volkswagen SP2, Australia's Holden Commodore SS Group A, and America's Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing.

America gave up on Toyota’s Avalon, China just gave it another facelift

The Avalon was discontinued in America back in 2022, but China just handed it a fresh face, split taillights and a 54 mpg hybrid option

The 25 bestselling cars, trucks, and SUVs of 2026

The CR-V is solidifying its spot as the bestselling SUV, and a full-size commercial van snuck into the top 25.

8 vintage cars that became more admired with age

Japanese buyers are getting American-built SUVs with a quality warning

For years, Japanese automakers have been shipping cars out to the rest of the world. Now, in a twist nobody saw coming, they're bringing American-built models back home to Japan. You can thank all the trade talk and pressure from President Trump to even out the score. Toyota's already rolling out ...

How the new Kia Seltos handles real-world driving

We hit the road in South Korea to experience exactly how the second-generation Kia Seltos handles various driving conditions. Starting with the busy highways outside of Seoul, we put the level two autonomous highway driver assist system to the test and check out some clever automatic cabin features designed to make long journeys more comfortable. As we head deeper into the beautiful rural countryside, we transition onto twisty roads to see how the hybrid system manages power delivery. We explore the unique dual-function steering wheel paddles, look at the differences between driving modes, and analyze how the dual-clutch transmission compares to typical hybrid gearboxes. Watch along to see the final driving impressions and find out if this handsome, well-specified vehicle is the right choice for your driveway.

The Toyota three-row hybrid that hits 37 MPG without a plug

Toyota's three-row SUV duo are pros at saving fuel and going the distance.

Cadillac is following VW and Audi into Chinese platform territory

GM is reportedly planning separate US and China platforms for the next Cadillac Optiq, signaling a major shift in its global EV strategy.

The performance car built right before everything changed

It ran high compression when rivals had given up, beat its big-block sibling, and vanished in twelve months.

Audi S8 V10 in city traffic: Onboard drive with fuel consumption

Audi S8 V10 on city streets, seen from the driver's perspective looking ahead. The video combines city highway driving, the Kurfürstendamm area, and fuel consumption in a straightforward onboard recording. Rather than show effects, it focuses on the real driving feel of the large sedan. The clip is aimed at viewers who want to see the Audi V10, fuel consumption figures, and urban driving from the driver's view.

Which 2004 SUV was really built for the trail? We pushed three to the limit

Not every body-on-frame SUV was equally capable once the pavement ended.

Think the sedan is dead? These 5 cars are quietly crushing SUVs in sales

SUVs may dominate headlines, but these sedans are quietly thriving.

Jay Leno unveils a forgotten $10 million Mercedes Gullwing treasure

With classic cars, one would have ordinary discoveries, and the second category are rediscovered legends. The tales of the lost garages, dusty barns, and the lost treasures have always been attractive to the enthusiasts. In many cases, such stories result in deteriorated old cars of low prices. However, there are occasions, when a discovery occurs that is so extraordinary that it seems as though the discovery is a lost fragment of history. Such...

10 most popular car brands in Australia for 2026 (so far)

The most popular car brand in Australia remains Toyota, securing 95,141 sales in the first half of 2026. However, its historic buffer has been completely eroded by the runner-up, BYD, ...

Hardcore Toyota GR GT spied chasing down a Porsche 911 GT3 RS

A camouflaged GR GT prototype shadowed a 911 GT3 RS at the Ring, hinting at a track-focused special due after the 2027 launch

Ruf's next performance car will have 1,000 HP. Here's our first look

Ruf’s new twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter flat-eight engine sounds like an absolute monster.

How one phone call exposed the truth about the king of Dubai's car

What seemed like the opportunity of a lifetime quickly became an unbelievable mystery. After buying what he believed was a royal family's supercar through a trusted insider, an unexpected phone call revealed that the vehicle may never have been sold in the first place. The shocking truth exposed a deception that fooled everyone involved, turning an ordinary purchase into an unforgettable story. Even years later, the car remains at the center of one of the strangest supercar scandals imaginable.

Six former US Secret Service Chevy Suburban HDs are for sale with a big price tag — here’s your chance to drive in armored style

These 12,000-pound beasts have low miles but handle like tanks — straight-line only.

13 of the most reliable small Chevrolet cars (new and used)

Chevrolet has an impressive track record when it comes to the reliability of its cars, and recent entries to its smaller car lines are great examples of that.

Toyota is recalling 20,991 electric bZ, Lexus RZ and Subaru Solterra SUVs that can lose power

Owners of nearly 21,000 electric SUVs sold under three different brand names face the same risk: a software fault that can kill drive power without warning. Toyota has issued a recall covering 20,991 vehicles, including the Toyota bZ4X, Lexus RZ, and Subaru Solterra, after identifying a high-voltage battery electronic control unit problem that can shut […]

First drive in the next generation BMW G87 M2 prototype

Get behind the wheel of the next generation BMW G87 M2 prototype before its official launch. This exclusive first drive explores both the automatic and manual versions while taking a closer look at the styling, handling, power delivery, and overall driving experience. Discover what BMW has changed and whether the latest M2 lives up to the reputation of its predecessors.

VinFast delivers 17,955 electric vehicles in June domestic market

VinFast Auto (VFS) Friday reported preliminary domestic Vietnam deliveries of 17,955 electric vehicles for June 2026. Year to date, the company has delivered a preliminary total of 115,916 EVs to customers in Vietnam, representing a significant increase of 72% compared to the same period last year.  For the first half of 2026, the Limo Green and th...

Japan’s best-selling car got a 'rugged' facelift — no, it’s not a Corolla

The refreshed Honda N-BOX features updated styling, improved convenience, and remains a top-selling kei car in Japan.

Audi's 2026 S5 has a confusing name, but this V6 sportback makes its case on the road

The S5 may have been caught up in Audi's weird naming scheme, but it pays to ignore what the badge suggests.

The strange history behind factory race cars sold to the public

The world of motorsport has long been intertwined with the automotive industry, giving rise to a fascinating phenomenon: factory race cars designed for public sale. I have always been captivated by how these high-performance vehicles emerged from the racing circuits into the hands of everyday drivers. Let’s delve into the strange history behind these remarkable... The post The strange history behind factory race cars sold to the public appeared...

Two batteries in one car? How Alpine’s new layout changes everything for skeptics

Alpine's A110 FUTURE showcases an electric sports car that prioritizes performance and lightweight engineering, debuting at Goodwood 2026.

This Toyota EV road trip was excruciating. Is the new model worth it?

Electric cars are commonly introduced as the next step in the evolution of the automotive industry, which promises to be silent, emit less, and offer a smoother ride. They sound out on paper. However, a very different story can also be told in the real world use not always the one that is featured in slick brochures or in rosy-eyed marketing assertions. It is particularly evident when you put an electric car out of its comfort zone and send it...

Lamborghini unveils 801-hp Urus SE Performante plug-in hybrid

Most powerful Urus: The new Urus SE Performante delivers 801 hp and 738 lb-ft from a V8 and electric motor combination. Performance trade-off: Despite more power, it matches the old Performante’s 3.3-second 0–62 mph sprint due to extra hybrid weight. Strategic stopgap: Built on the aging MLB Evo platform, it will likely remain until Lamborghini launches a second-gen Urus.

Hyundai just put sports-car styling on a working man’s budget

Hyundai's eighth-generation Elantra impresses with bold design, spacious interior, and advanced tech, aiming for the compact sedan market.

7 road cars with race engines hidden inside

Race hardware ends up in road cars through loopholes, homologation rules and wild ambition. The COPO Camaro ZL1 gets an all-aluminum 427 developed for Can-Am racing, while the Ferrari F50 adapts F1 technology into a usable V12 road car. The Fiat Dino exists so Ferrari can homologate its Formula 2 engine, and the Porsche Carrera GT uses a V10 adapted from a canceled endurance-racing project. Mercedes puts an actual F1-derived hybrid powertrain into the AMG One, Ford turns an EcoBoost race engine into the modern GT’s heart, and Jaguar’s XJ220 swaps its promised V12 for a twin-turbo Group B rally-derived V6 that still makes it the fastest road car of its time.

Genius or gimmick? Why this Mercedes-AMG EV fakes gear shifts

Mercedes-AMG's new electric 4-Door GT and SUV showcase bold designs and supercar performance, sparking debate among enthusiasts.

I paid $11,250 for the smallest car ever…is it legal?

Most people dream about powerful cars, but this strange little machine only makes about 13 horsepower and barely reaches 46 mph. After paying $11,250 for the tiny car, the plan was simple - attempt a 100-mile road trip and see what happens. What followed was a loud, cramped journey that turned heads everywhere it went, with people laughing and pointing at the unbelievably small vehicle. Despite its size, the little car pushed forward mile after mile until something inside finally gave up. By the end of the trip, it proved one thing: sometimes the smallest cars create the biggest adventures.

The manual transmission is disappearing fast, and the BMW M3 could be its final luxury holdout

Every Hyundai model made in the USA

While Korean automotive manufacturer Hyundai has certainly found its footing in North America, you may be surprised at where the stateside models are made.

These 10 cars are actually worth more used than new

One post-pandemic surprise has been the spike in used car prices. In recent months, some used cars are even selling for more than when they were new! The post These 10 Cars Are Actually Worth More Used Than New appeared first on Family Handyman.

Cadillac's first twin-turbocharged V6 is now a cheap performance sedan

The 2014 Cadillac CTS Vsport packs a 420-hp twin-turbo V6 and hits 60 mph in 4.4 sec — now available for as little as $9,999.

Richard Hammond buys a strange 6.0 liter V8 TV car

Richard Hammond reveals the yellow Chevrolet SSR he drove during The Grand Tour and explains why he decided to buy it. The unusual 6.0 liter V8 pickup has a strange mix of muscle car power, convertible styling, and limited practicality. It also carries marks and memories from filming, making it more than just another used car purchase. Hammond looks at the car’s condition, its odd design, and the problems that still need attention before it can become a proper keeper. This DriveTribe video is a fun look at a TV car with history, character, and plenty of reasons to divide opinion.

Toyota isn’t sold on plug-in hybrid trucks, and towing is the problem

The electrification era has shown varying strategies among automakers, with some planning to become all-electric as soon as 2030. Toyota, meanwhile, has remained steady with a multi-powertrain strategy, so much so that the RAV4 is available with traditional gas, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid ...

4 cars sold in the USA that are built in China

For a long time, western companies steered clear of manufacturing their cars in China. Nowadays, that seems to be changing, albeit in gradual fashion.

BYD’s electric dominance: 17 million vehicles and accelerating

The global automotive industry is undergoing a major transformation and new energy vehicles are becoming an integral element of future mobility. Companies are no longer focusing only on the quantity of production and brand image. They are striving for technical innovation, production performance, battery power and other factors associated with popularity and ongoing demand. BYD […]

46% of Australians want an EV or PHEV next, as demand jumps 10% in a year

The poll was conducted after fuel prices had already climbed.

Why Chinese automakers are using Canada as a launchpad for North America

5 useful features you didn't know your Subaru had

Subaru has developed a reputation as a reliable and rugged manufacturer for those with an active lifestyle. These useful features only add to the allure.

Shell's new EV concept promises 10-minute charging and lower carbon footprint

For decades, oil companies and battery electric vehicles occupied opposite sides of the transport debate: Shell's latest concept car carries a layer of irony. Instead of defending combustion technology (pretend to forget the org.’s heavy investments in lubricants, fuels, and even efficiency techs ...

10 of our favorite cars from the Initial D anime

The Initial D series helped popularize some of the most iconic Japanese cars that enthusiasts still seek out today. Here are 10 of the most memorable.

3 reasons why the Honda CR-V outsold the Ford F-150 for the first time in 44 years

Specific mix of pricing, marketing strategy, and supply chain issues.