Ford is recalling select 2015-2017 F-150 pickups with six-speed automatic transmissions for a software-related issue that may cause an unintended downshift. The recall matters because the F-150 is common in the used-truck market, and owners can check whether their specific vehicle needs the remedy. NHTSA’s Part 573 report lists 1,392,935 potentially involved vehicles built from…
The upcoming Nissan Rogue Hybrid e-POWER gives compact SUV shoppers another model to watch as hybrid interest grows. The preview matters because compact crossovers are one of the most practical and competitive parts of the market, and shoppers are weighing fuel economy against price, space and long-term value. Nissan’s global vision release said the new…
Toyota’s electric-vehicle sales are drawing attention as shoppers continue comparing fuel costs, EV range and charging access. The trend matters because Toyota has long been associated with hybrids, and stronger EV demand can change how mainstream shoppers think about battery-electric SUVs. Toyota Motor North America’s March sales release showed electrified vehicles represented 49.1% of March…
The 2026 Kia EV6 is getting a meaningful price reduction, giving electric-vehicle shoppers a new data point as they compare new EVs, used EVs and hybrid alternatives. The change matters because lower new-vehicle pricing can influence monthly payments, lease math, used-vehicle values and how shoppers evaluate fast-charging electric crossovers. CarsDirect reported that order-guide data shows…
Smart has previewed the Concept #2, a small two-seat electric city car that points back to the brand’s compact-car roots. The reveal matters because automakers are still exploring how small EVs can serve urban drivers, commuters and shoppers who want efficiency without moving into a larger crossover. Smart said the Concept #2 was shown around…
Tesla’s latest quarterly update put the long-delayed Roadster back in the conversation, giving EV shoppers another reminder that electric performance remains a major part of the industry’s product story. The update matters less as a near-term shopping event and more as a signal of how automakers use high-performance EVs to shape expectations for range, software,…
Hyundai Motor America has filed a safety recall with NHTSA covering certain Hyundai Ioniq 6, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid and Genesis G90 vehicles because the front seat belt anchors may not be sufficiently attached to the seat frame. The recall matters because owners can check their VIN and have the remedy performed…
U.S. EV fast-charging infrastructure continued expanding in the first quarter of 2026, according to a new report from charging data firm Paren. The growth matters because charging access, station reliability and road-trip convenience remain central questions for shoppers comparing electric vehicles with hybrids and gas-powered vehicles. Paren said its Q1 2026 report examined infrastructure expansion,…
U.S. News & World Report has named its 2026 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars award winners, expanding the list to 15 categories across hybrids, plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles. The awards matter because shoppers are comparing efficiency, price, range, family space and long-term value more closely as fuel costs and vehicle prices remain top concerns….
Used car prices eased in the first half of April after a strong spring start, according to Cox Automotive’s latest mid-month Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index update. The move matters because wholesale price trends can eventually influence retail pricing, trade-in values and how shoppers compare new and used vehicles. Cox Automotive said the mid-month index…
