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The 2026 Cadillac Escalade Brings Bold Looks and a Big Price Tag
25Feb By Richard GreenNo Comments
Cadillac, Car Buying, Luxury Cars, News, SUVs, Tech

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade Brings Bold Looks and a Big Price Tag

Few SUVs make a statement like the Cadillac Escalade. This rolling monument to American luxury returns for 2026 with a refreshed trim lineup, a cabin packed with technology, and prices that'll make your wallet weep. But with six models to choose from, is the Escalade worth the investment? Let's break it down. Pricing starts at $93,695 (including destination) and tops out at $170,595 for the V-Series. The trim structure gets a new naming convention with the following grades: Escalade (base), Luxury, Sport, Platinum Luxury, Platinum Sport, and Escalade V. The gas Escalade comes with a 6.2-liter V-8 making 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque, while the Escalade-V packs a supercharged V-8 producing 682 hp. What's New for the 2026 Model Year? Cadillac has a short list of changes for t...
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The 2026 RAV4 Woodland Hybrid Wants to Be Your Weekend Adventure Rig
12Feb By Manny BatemanNo Comments
Toyota

The 2026 RAV4 Woodland Hybrid Wants to Be Your Weekend Adventure Rig

Toyota's redesigned RAV4 lineup has gone all-hybrid for 2026, and the Woodland trim is making a strong pitch to anyone who owns a bike rack, a kayak, or a campsite reservation. The Woodland leans fully into the outdoor lifestyle with practical accessories and a fuel-efficient powertrain that actually makes sense for the way most people use their SUVs. And after recent testing, the numbers back up the marketing. The RAV4 Woodland Hybrid produces 236 hp and hits 60 mph in 7.0 seconds, earning an EPA-estimated 38 mpg combined even with all-terrain tires. Standard features include factory crossbars, a 2-inch trailer hitch, a 1,500-watt power outlet, and all-weather floor protection. A plug-in hybrid option with 324 hp and up to 49 miles of electric range will arrive in spring 2026. ...
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Honda Ends GM Fuel Cell Partnership to Focus on Next-Gen Hydrogen Tech
5Feb By Richard GreenNo Comments
Honda, Hybrid

Honda Ends GM Fuel Cell Partnership to Focus on Next-Gen Hydrogen Tech

After nearly a decade of collaboration, Honda is pulling the plug on its fuel cell manufacturing partnership with General Motors. The Japanese automaker announced it will stop producing fuel cell systems at their joint facility in Brownstown, Michigan, before the end of 2026. While this marks the end of one chapter, Honda isn't walking away from hydrogen technology entirely. Instead, the company plans to shift its focus toward next-generation fuel cell systems developed in-house. (more…)
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The 2026 Honda Civic Type R Is Coming Back, But Your Wallet Won’t Like the Price Tag
7Jan By Richard GreenNo Comments
Honda, News

The 2026 Honda Civic Type R Is Coming Back, But Your Wallet Won’t Like the Price Tag

Honda just dropped the news that performance fans have been waiting for: the Civic Type R is sticking around for 2026. After Honda pulled the legendary hot hatch from European markets due to emissions regulations, there was genuine concern that American buyers might lose access to one of the best front-wheel-drive performance cars ever made. The good news? It's coming back. The not-so-good news? The price just jumped another $1,000. The 2026 Honda Civic Type R starts at $48,090, including destination charges, representing a $1,000 increase over the 2025 model. Honda has released minimal information about any potential changes for 2026, with only pricing and fuel economy figures announced so far. The Type R maintains its 315-horsepower turbocharged engine and six-speed manual tra...
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Kia Just Gave the Telluride a Serious Glow-Up and the Big Three Should Pay Attention
24Nov By Rocco PennNo Comments
Car Buying, Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, SUVs, Tech

Kia Just Gave the Telluride a Serious Glow-Up and the Big Three Should Pay Attention

The 2027 Kia Telluride rolled into the LA Auto Show looking like it spent the last few years at the gym. Gone is the smooth V6 that powered every previous Telluride, replaced by a turbocharged four-cylinder making 274 horsepower and a hybrid version pumping out 329 horses. That hybrid model gets an estimated 35 mpg combined, which should make Chevy Traverse and GMC Acadia buyers think twice about their options. The 2027 Telluride ditches the V6 for a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder making 274 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque, plus a new hybrid version rated at 329 hp with 35 mpg combined. Kia stretched the wheelbase by 2.7 inches and added 2.3 inches to the overall length, translating to more legroom in the second and third rows plus nearly identical cargo space despite the bigger d...
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Mercedes Claims Its New EVs Heat Up Faster Than Gas Cars Thanks to Smart Heat Pump
10Nov By Richard GreenNo Comments
EVs, EVs & Crossovers, Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes Claims Its New EVs Heat Up Faster Than Gas Cars Thanks to Smart Heat Pump

Mercedes just solved one of the biggest complaints about electric vehicles in cold weather. The company's latest EVs warm up faster than traditional gas cars using a heat pump system that pulls heat from three different sources. The technology grabs waste heat from the electric motors, captures heat from the battery, and uses ambient air to warm the cabin. This three-way approach gets passengers comfortable quicker than waiting for a gas engine to generate enough heat. (more…)
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