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The Smallest G-Class Is Being Built in Hungary, and It Won’t Be Electric Only
27Jul By Richard GreenNo Comments
Hybrid, Mercedes-Benz

The Smallest G-Class Is Being Built in Hungary, and It Won’t Be Electric Only

The boxy little Mercedes that fans have been asking about for years is finally close, and two big details just came into focus. It's coming out of Hungary rather than Germany, and buyers won't be forced into a battery-only version. Mercedes plans to build the smaller G-Class at its Kecskemét plant in Hungary starting next year The site is nearly doubling capacity and is set to become the company's largest factory in Europe An EV-only plan has been rethought, and hybrid combustion versions have been approved Why Hungary Got the Job The reasoning here isn't complicated. Labor costs in Hungary sit below what Mercedes pays in Germany, and a smaller vehicle carries thinner margins than the big flagship models. Every penny saved on assembly matters more on a compact off-roader than it does ...
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What Big Families Should Look For in a Reliable Full-Size SUV
11Jul By Richard GreenNo Comments
Ford, SUVs

What Big Families Should Look For in a Reliable Full-Size SUV

Shopping for a three-row hauler with room for a whole crew is a big financial decision, and the wrong pick can mean years of repair bills and roadside headaches. The good news is that a handful of full-size SUVs have earned their keep by seating up to eight people, towing heavy trailers, and holding up over the long haul. Third-row legroom and eight-passenger seating separate true family haulers from pretenders. Towing muscle and proven powertrains keep camper and boat trips stress-free. Reliability scores, recall history, and repair costs matter more than horsepower bragging rights. Space That Actually Fits a Growing Crew The first thing to check is whether the third row fits real people, not just kids or grocery bags. Older full-size SUVs treated the way-back as an afterth...
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The 2026 Audi That Gives You the Most Bang for Your Buck
5Jun By Richard GreenNo Comments
Audi, Luxury Cars, SUVs

The 2026 Audi That Gives You the Most Bang for Your Buck

Audi's lineup is packed with head-turners, from electric SUVs with supercar speed to sleek sedans that command attention in any parking lot. But if you're shopping for the single best value across the entire range, the answer might surprise you. It's the 2026 Audi Q5, a model that won't grab the loudest headlines but quietly delivers the best blend of technology, comfort, and everyday practicality. (more…)
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Cadillac Cracks 100,000 EV Sales as the LYRIQ-V Steals Luxury Buyers
22May By Richard GreenNo Comments
Cadillac, EVs, EVs & Crossovers, Luxury Cars

Cadillac Cracks 100,000 EV Sales as the LYRIQ-V Steals Luxury Buyers

Cadillac just hit a number that would have sounded unthinkable a few years ago. The brand has officially passed 100,000 electric vehicle sales in the United States, and the way it got there says a lot about where the luxury EV market is heading. Buyers are showing up from Tesla, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Lexus, and Cadillac's performance halo, the LYRIQ-V, is doing serious work pulling them in. (more…)
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The Grand Sport Puts a Bow on the C8 Corvette Lineup
3Apr By Richard GreenNo Comments
Chevrolet, Sports Cars

The Grand Sport Puts a Bow on the C8 Corvette Lineup

America's sports car is wrapping up one of its most exciting chapters. Chevrolet has confirmed that the recently revealed 2027 Corvette Grand Sport is the final new variant of the C8 generation, bringing an end to a lineup that redefined what the Corvette could be. If you've been eyeing a C8, the clock is officially ticking on this generation. (more…)
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GM Vehicle-to-Home Charging Expands Across EV Lineup
26Mar By Richard GreenNo Comments
Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, EVs, EVs & Crossovers, GM, GMC

GM Vehicle-to-Home Charging Expands Across EV Lineup

Picture this: a storm knocks the power out in your neighborhood, but your lights stay on. Your fridge keeps humming. Your Wi-Fi stays connected. And it's all because your electric vehicle, parked right there in the garage, is feeding electricity back into your house. That's the promise behind GM's rapidly expanding vehicle-to-home (V2H) technology, and it's picking up serious steam heading into 2026. (more…)
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Japan Is Losing the Subaru WRX S4 This Spring, and Fans Have Questions
16Mar By Richard GreenNo Comments
Sedans, Sports Cars, Subaru

Japan Is Losing the Subaru WRX S4 This Spring, and Fans Have Questions

Subaru dropped a quiet but attention-grabbing announcement on its Japanese consumer website recently. The automaker confirmed that it will stop accepting orders for the WRX S4 sedan on May 18, 2026, officially wrapping up production of the current model in its home market. For a nameplate built on decades of rally heritage and turbocharged thrills, this is a big deal, and enthusiasts around the world are paying close attention. (more…)
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