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Minivans Aren’t Dead — And the Numbers Prove It

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2026/02/06

It’s been a quarter century since the minivan market hit peak. Since then, sales have tumbled by nearly 70%, with these people-movers largely relegated to a narrow niche of “soccer moms.” Or so goes conventional wisdom. But a closer look at the numbers reveals that reports of the minivans demise, ...

Genesis Will Finally Become a True Standalone Brand

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2026/02/06

Nobody’s doubting that Genesis builds great cars. The design, the interiors, the comfort –they’ve been strong since day one. But it’s always been tough to ignore what’s underneath: most Genesis models share their core with regular Hyundai vehicles, much like how Lexus leans on Toyota. Sharing ...

GM’s Recalled 6.2-Liter V8 Now Gets Thicker Oil —...

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2026/02/06

The GM L87 engine recall that has affected almost 600,000 full-size trucks and SUVs in the U.S. and has led to multiple lawsuits that recently merged into a class action suit has reached a new chapter. The automaker has reportedly instructed its dealers to use Mobil 1 FS 0W-40 engine oil on the ...

Ford’s Updated Mondeo Could Signal a Sedan Comeback...

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2026/02/06

Save for the Mustang, Ford made the decision to discontinue its non-SUV models way back in 2018. It applied to most markets, and what followed was the successive axing of long-running and successful models. It started with the Taurus, followed by the Fusion, Mondeo, Fiesta, and most recently, the ...

Toyota Recalls the Prius Again Over Doors That Can...

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2026/02/06

The fifth-generation Toyota Prius is undoubtedly the most appealing version of the seminal hybrid there’s been yet, still offering all the fuel economy benefits the model’s always brought to the table but with some newfound design flare and driver appeal. Things haven’t all been smooth sailing for ...

Ford Teases Its $30k Electric Truck With First Sneak...

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2026/02/06

Ford may be reassessing its short-term electric plans and investing more in hybrids and gas powertrains in the face of weak EV demand, but the company is still betting big on electric power in the US, investing some $5 billion in its new ‘Universal’ EV platform. The platform is designed to underpin ...

BMW Is Reinventing Its M Driving Experience With a...

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2026/02/05

BMW is extending its long-running BMW M Driving Experience into a broader program called AREA M, a rebrand that comes with a more international focus, a new hub location, and a wider set of events designed to pull in drivers who want more than a traditional track school. BMW positions AREA M as a ...

These are the 5 US cities with the cheapest gas today

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2026/02/05

If you want to fill up without breaking the bank, this is where you should go

Hyundai Hits the Pause Button on the Kona Electric

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2026/02/05

Hyundai is pressing pause on the Kona Electric. The automaker will skip the 2026 model year entirely, sell through its remaining 2025 inventory, and bring the small electric crossover back for 2027. The move effectively creates a one-year gap for the entry-level EV in Hyundai’s U.S. lineup. Hyundai ...

Ford Sales Fell 6% in January — but the Mustang...

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2026/02/05

January sales figures are starting to roll in from across the industry, and among those not off to the greatest of starts in the new year is Ford, whose data shows it sold 128,260 cars in the US in January – a 6% drop from the 136,474 units it shifted in the same period in 2025. It’s disheartening ...

The Lamborghini Revuelto Is Now on Its 4th Recall

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2026/02/05

The Lamborghini Revuelto hasn’t been on the road long, but it’s already racked up a handful of recalls. This is the car that replaced the Aventador, introducing a V12 with electric motors and marking a significant shift for the brand. By mid-2025, the Revuelto had already seen three recalls – one ...

Everyone Suddenly Wants a Toyota Supra Now That It’s...

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2026/02/05

It still feels as though the reborn Toyota Supra is a shiny new car, but in fact it's been around for almost seven years, and it's set to die in just a few months' time. It would seem that in the US, buyers are clamoring for one last chance to get their hands on the BMW-powered sports car, because ...

Tesla Hit With New Door Handle Lawsuit After Trapped...

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2026/02/05

Just as cars with retractable door handles have been banned from being sold in China starting next year unless automakers fit mechanical release systems on both sides of their vehicles, Tesla has been hit with yet another lawsuit regarding this exact issue. The family of 20-year-old Samuel ...

Toyota Is Doubling Down on Hybrids — and the U.S. Is...

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2026/02/05

Heading into 2026, Toyota is in a stronger spot than it is used to. The brand closed out 2025 as America’s top-selling automaker and kept its global lead as well. That consistency comes down to Toyota’s early and ongoing commitment to hybrids –a move the company treats as a foundation, not ...

Hyundai’s Palisade Just Had Its Biggest Year Ever

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2026/02/05

The Hyundai Palisade had its best-ever global sales performance in 2025, fueled by the introduction of the redesigned second-generation model. Official Hyundai Motor Company figures show that the Palisade sold a record-breaking 211,215 worldwide, achieving its highest annual sales to date. That ...

Volkswagen Is Teasing a New Pickup Below the Amarok

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2026/02/05

Volkswagen is previewing a new pickup truck program aimed squarely at South America, with early teasers pointing to a compact, lifestyle-focused model that will sit below the Amarok in size and price. The company has not released full specs yet, but it has confirmed key planning details, including ...

A Chinese EV You Can’t Buy in America Just Appeared...

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2026/02/05

A Xiaomi electric vehicle has reportedly been spotted driving on U.S. roads, a rare sight for a brand that does not sell cars here. The vehicle in question was described as a Xiaomi YU7 Max wearing an Illinois manufacturer plate while traveling on Interstate 5, which immediately set off speculation ...

Toyota’s RAV4 Is So Popular It’s Becoming a Problem

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2026/02/05

The Toyota RAV4 is easily the most popular model in the US right now. Even as the fifth-generation version wraps up, it still managed 479,288 units sold in 2025. That’s more than some entire brands, and it happened without big discounts or last-minute deals. This was supposed to be a quiet year for ...

The Epstein Files Contain an Unexpected Subaru WRX...

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2026/02/05

Buried in the many, many pages of the Epstein files released by the US Department of Justice a few days ago, one of the last things we expected to find was reference to everyone’s favorite boxer-engined turbocharged sports sedan, the Subaru WRX. However, Car and Driver has dug out something ...

A Factory Robot Glitch Resulted in Hondas With Loose...

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2026/02/05

Recalls often get painted as scandals, but most of the time, they’re proof the system is working. Modern car factories are complex and automated, with layers of checks to catch anything that falls out of spec. Usually, recalls are voluntary and happen before anyone gets hurt. They’re there to ...

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