The Mercedes-AMG E53 Wagon is Heading to America With 604 HP The Mercedes-AMG E53 Wagon is Heading to America With 604 HP This car feels out of place in 2025 America. Wagons have been largely out of favor here since the 1970s, and with the 25-percent tariff on German imports starting in April, it’s a tough sell. That said, Mercedes is pushing ahead with their hot E-Class hybrid for the U.S. market, and we have to hand it to AMG for making it happen. And what a creation it is. Meet the 2026 Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid Wagon, nearly identical to the European model from over a year ago. For a quick refresher, it packs 577 horsepower in normal driving, jumping to 604 hp when Race Start mode is engaged. These numbers align with the E53 sedan, which shares the same 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Sandwiched in between is an electric motor, delivering an additional 161 horsepower. All that power is routed through the AMG Performance...

The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Features New Split Headlight Design The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Features New Split Headlight Design Even though the Ioniq 6 has been on the market for three years, it still gives off a futuristic vibe almost as if it rolled straight out of a time machine. Hyundai , however, isn’t letting it rest on its unique design. The automaker is already rolling out a mid-cycle refresh for the electric sedan, and it’s just as visually striking perhaps even more so thanks to the new split-headlight setup. The updated front end now includes a separate strip of daytime running lights above, while the main beams are subtly integrated into the bumper's dark trim. The refreshed Ioniq 6 also introduces a sporty N Line variant. It comes with more aggressive-looking bumpers and a bold two-tone exterior that may divide opinions. Around back, the twin spoilers are gone, replaced with a sleeker ducktail-style aerodynamic piece. The overall look, enhanced by black accents and chun...

2025 Aston Martin Valhalla Debuts With 1,064 Horsepower 2025 Aston Martin Valhalla Debuts With 1,064 Horsepower The Aston Martin Valhalla traces its origins back to the 2019 AM-RB 003 concept. In normal circumstances, we might be discussing a mid-cycle refresh by now, but instead, Aston has finally unveiled its highly anticipated mid-engine supercar after several delays. Was the wait worthwhile? We won't know for sure until we drive it, but the numbers are impressive. The Valhalla boasts 1,064 combined horsepower from its plug-in hybrid powertrain, exceeding initial expectations. Most of this power 817 hp comes from the twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 located behind the driver. This isn't merely an enhanced version from the DBX707 ; it features a flat-plane crankshaft, dry sump lubrication, bespoke camshafts, a new ignition system, and upgraded turbochargers. 2025 Aston Martin Valhalla Debuts With 1,064 Horsepower The rest of the power comes from three electric motors. One i...

2026 Kia Sportage Debuts With 231 Horsepower 2026 Kia Sportage Debuts With 231 Horsepower Kia is heading into the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show with refreshed models, including an updated version of its top-seller, the Sportage . Though the visual changes debuted in South Korea, this version brings the same design tweaks and tech upgrades to North America. The most noticeable update is the new front design, showcasing Kia 'opposites united' design language. The grille and headlights now feature straighter vertical lines, replacing the zig-zagging boomerang-shaped running lights of the previous model. This gives the Sportage a cleaner, more upright look, aligning with current trends in crossover design. At the rear, the taillights have new internal structures, and there are minor trim adjustments to the bumpers. New wheel options range from 17 to 19 inches. 2026 Kia Sportage Debuts With 231 Horsepower Inside, the dashboard sees subtle changes for a sleeker appearance, compleme...

2025 Audi Q5 Sportback Debuts With 362 HP 2025 Audi Q5 Sportback Debuts With 362 HP The swoopy SUV segment, once thought to be a fleeting trend, is here to stay. Competing with the Mercedes GLC Coupe and the soon-to-be-phased-out BMW X4, the new Audi Q5 Sportback is predictably familiar. It’s essentially the 2025 Q5 with a coupe-inspired twist, aiming for a sleeker silhouette though opinions on its aesthetic appeal may vary. From launch, there will also be a high-performance SQ5 variant. One welcome change in the SQ5 is the elimination of fake exhaust tips. Audi has listened to customer feedback and removed these from its latest models, including the new S5. The SQ5 Sportback has also ditched the diesel engine that was available in the previous generation in Europe. Now, it comes with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V-6 gasoline engine producing 362 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque, mirroring the powertrain found in the new S5. 2025 Audi Q5 Sportback Debuts With 362 HP The lineup includes other...

2026 Kia EV9 GT Debuts With 501 Horsepower 2026 Kia EV9 GT Debuts With 501 Horsepower The 2026 Kia EV9 GT takes the already excellent EV9 to thrilling new heights. This 501-horsepower electric crossover blends luxury, practicality, and a performance boost that ensures school runs are anything but ordinary. Debuting at the Los Angeles Auto Show, it offers a compelling mix of speed and sophistication. The GT’s upgraded powertrain includes a 214-hp front motor and a 362-hp rear motor, a significant step up from the regular AWD EV9's 189 hp per motor. Kia estimates a 0-60 MPH time of 4.3 seconds, shaving 0.7 seconds off the EV9 GT-Line AWD's sprint. However, final horsepower figures are still being refined, so the GT's output may climb even higher. 2026 Kia EV9 GT Debuts With 501 Horsepower To handle the extra muscle, the EV9 GT features larger brakes, adaptive suspension dampers, 21-inch wheels with Continental tires, and an electronic rear limited-slip differential. The...

2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Debuts With 201 Horsepower 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Debuts With 201 Horsepower The 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan enters its third generation with a fresh redesign aimed at appealing to American tastes and significant upgrades to modernize its interior. However, VW is streamlining its offerings, making the Tiguan available exclusively as a two-row SUV. Under the hood, the new Tiguan features an updated turbocharged 2.0-liter EA888 engine, delivering a boost in performance with 201 horsepower, up from the previous 184. Paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, the SUV also sees an increase in towing capacity, rising from 1,500 pounds to 1,800 pounds on models equipped with 4Motion all-wheel drive. 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan Debuts With 201 Horsepower Volkswagen hasn’t revealed fuel economy figures yet, but the 2025 Tiguan is expected to be more efficient. Alongside increased power, the new model sheds about 170 pounds thanks to the use of aluminum in its suspension...

2026 Genesis GV70 Debuts With 375 HP 2026 Genesis GV70 Debuts With 375 HP It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly a decade since Hyundai transformed the Genesis nameplate into a full-fledged luxury brand. While it feels both recent and distant, the passage of time has allowed even its newer models to undergo mid-cycle updates. The Genesis GV70 crossover is the latest to receive a refresh. The 2026 Genesis GV70 may not be groundbreaking, but it’s undeniably sleeker and more practical than its predecessor-exactly what you’d expect from a well-executed update. Genesis calls the GV70 its most popular model in North America, and the 2026 version continues to offer two primary configurations: gas-powered and electric. The combustion models retain their existing powertrains, including a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder producing 300 horsepower and a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 with 375 horsepower. 2026 Genesis GV70 Debuts With 375 HP The Electrified GV70 receives a significant upgrade, rep...

2026 Cadillac Vistiq Price Starts From $78,790 2026 Cadillac Vistiq Price Starts From $78,790 The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq marks the brand's newest entry into the all-electric SUV market. While the three-row SUV was unveiled nearly a year ago, Cadillac held back on sharing full details at the time. Now, we have information on its production timeline, performance specs, and pricing. The Vistiq features two electric motors paired with a 102.0-kilowatt-hour usable battery, delivering standard all-wheel drive. With 615 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque, the SUV can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds when using Velocity Max mode. Cadillac also estimates a driving range of 300 miles on a full charge. 2026 Cadillac Vistiq Price Starts From $78,790 The Cadillac Vistiq carries a resemblance to a downsized Escalade , showcasing Cadillac’s signature illuminated Black Crystal Shield grille, accented with unique trim details and vertical headlights. Standard equipment includes 21...

The Jaguar C-X75 Is Finally a Street-Legal Supercar The Jaguar C-X75 Is Finally a Street-Legal Supercar Jaguar's supercar that never came to be, the C-X75, made its debut as a concept at the 2010 Paris Motor Show. Plans for a production version were quickly announced but later shelved due to the global recession. However, the C-X75's story didn't end there. This stunning coupe found new life as the villain's car in the 2015 James Bond film Spectre , and earlier this year, its designer unveiled a street-legal conversion. Now, Ian Callum has completed another transformation. Like its predecessor, this car is one of seven stunt vehicles created by Williams Advanced Engineering for the 24th James Bond film. Following production, four prototypes were sold to private collectors. Callum's design firm recently had the chance to revisit another of these rare vehicles, having previously converted chassis 007 into a roadworthy masterpiece. This time, the focus was on chassis...

2025 Bentley Flying Spur Debuts With 771 HP 2025 Bentley Flying Spur Debuts With 771 HP Bentley’s legendary W-12 engine is officially on its way to the big junkyard in the sky (RIP). But don’t worry; it’s being replaced by an even more powerful hybrid V-8. This new powerhouse first appeared in the 2025 Bentley Continental GT Speed and now takes its place under the hood of the 2025 Flying Spur. The 2025 Bentley Flying Spur is Bentley’s most powerful sedan ever. The new twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 hybrid delivers a stunning 771 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque, outpacing the W-12 in every way. With 19% more horsepower and an 11% torque boost over its predecessor, the Flying Spur rockets from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds a full half-second quicker than the previous model. 2025 Bentley Flying Spur Debuts With 771 HP Nestled beside Bentley’s new V-8 is a 25.9-kWh battery pack, producing 187 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque on its own. This gives the Flying Spur a 47-mile electric ra...