On May 1, Lexus announced that its latest hybrid model has gone on sale in the U.S., joining the eighth-generation Lexus ES first-ever battery-electric (BEV) ES 350e and ES 500e models, on a platform capable of supporting ICE and all-electric powertrains. 
The 2026 ES 350h features Lexus' sixth-generation hybrid syst

On April 28, Cenntro Inc., a pioneering electric commercial vehicle company with advanced, market-validated, and purpose-built vehicles, announced that it has received written notice from the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC that it has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550, closing the matter for now. The closing

GM is preparing for production of the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2027 GMC Sierra 1500 in North America as the next evolution of GM’s full-size trucks. The two models will be built on an updated version of the GM T1 platform, known internally as T1-2. Recent reports, citing sources familiar with the matter, say

Stellantis unveiled the Chrysler Pacifica Grizzly Peak concept at the Overland Expo in Colorado in August 2025, turning its familiar minivan into an off-road-ready adventure vehicle. New reports suggest Chrysler is seriously considering a production version, with growing internal support. If approved, it would likely

On April 27, Jeep showed images of the new seven slot grille design that will debut on the refreshed Jeep Avenger to be sold in European markets.
The seven-slot grille has been a signature Jeep design element since the CJ 2A, the first full production civilian Jeep launched in 1945, replicated on all its lines.
Along

On April 13, Stellantis announced  its new 2027 Ram 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle to meet the operational needs of government, law enforcement, fire, rescue and emergency response agencies. The Ram 2500 ERV preserves the towing and hauling capability of a Ram heavy-duty truck while adding pursuit-capable hardware a

On April 23, Tesla has provided a first look from inside a production Cybercab, comapct hatchback EV self-driving cab as it drove itself off the assembly line at Gigafactory Texas in video footage posted on X, which opens on the factory floor with assembly equipment visible through the Cybercab windshield, and follow

On April 22, Rivian Automotive officially commenced production of its all-new R2 all-electric SUV at its manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois. The production launch marks a significant milestone for the startup as it prepares for initial customer deliveries scheduled for late spring.
What makes the launch most

GM is reported to be indefinitely delaying implementation of its next-gen full-size EV truck program at the Factory ZERO plant in Detroit-Hamtramck, according to three sources familiar with the plans.
GM had planned to introduce updated and lower-cost variants of its full-size EV trucks and SUVs in 2028, but is now r

On April 21,  Volkswagen of America announced the production of the one millionth Atlas family SUV at its Chattanooga assembly plant since the start of production in 2016.
Together with Atlas Cross Sport, in production since 2019, the model line has defined the brand’s strategy in the U.S. market while providing vehi

On April 21, Bozeman, Montana-based Acela Truck Company announced the launch of its next-generation Monterra II high-mobility truck chassis at FDIC International Convention and Trade Show in Indianapolis, Indiana, bringing a new standard in performance, durability, and versatility for fire, rescue, utility, and vocat

On April 16, the Nissan Group announced that production has started for the all-new 2027 INFINITI QX65 in Smyrna, Tennessee, after investment in training, tooling and assembly processes was completed.
The two‑row midsize luxury SUV is scheduled to arrive at U.S. retailers in early summer 2026 in three trims, Luxe, Sp

On April 12, Jason Gies of the Tesla Semi team announced that the production version of the electric Class 8 truck will make its public debut at the ACT Expo 2026 in Las Vegas (May 4–7), where licensed CDL holders can test drive the truck, while other attendees may join ride-alongs. Tesla’s Semi Truck Engineering Dir

On April 9, General Motors officially introduced the 2026 Cadillac CT5 sedan in Japan, marking the refreshed model’s debut in that market nearly two years after its North American launch as a 2025 model. The updated CT5 features a redesigned front end, modernized interior, and the latest safety and advanced driver-as

Ford has launched the 2026 Ford Ranger 2-Seat as a commercial van in the UK.
The new two-seater is basically a four-door Ranger Double Cab pickup that doesn't have a rear seat for passengers, but rather a bulkhead located at the back of the front seats, screen in front of the rear glass, aluminum panels in place of t

On April 14, 2026, Nissan Motor announced its long‑term vision, “Mobility intelligence for everyday life.” Placing focus on AI-Defined Vehicles (AIDV), the company will offer a choice of electrification technologies to meet diverse customer and market needs. 
1) AI-led intelligence and electrification
AIDV combines A

GM has confirmed that the recently-unveiled Grand Sport will be the final variant of the Corvette’s eight generation through a video that it posted on YouTube entitled “Meet the New Grand Sport.” About halfway through the video, the Chevrolet market manager for  performance vehicles, says “This isn’t just the return

General Motors is planning to build a new Buick sedan for the U.S. market on the same platform as the next-generation Cadillac CT5 and Chevrolet Camaro, according to a source at a major GM supplier. GM has begun the process of requesting quotes for components from key suppliers for the Buick sedan, though details abo

Several sources have confirmed that Rivian sent an email on April 2 to its workers regarding the R2 employee delivery program. According to the email, all Rivian employees, as well as those working for the Rivian-Volkswagen Technologies (RV Tech), are eligible for the program, for a limited amount of vehicles. Rivian

On April 1, Subaru of America unveiled its all-new, all-electric 2027 Subaru Getaway at the New York International Auto Show as its fourth electric vehicle in the company’s growing EV portfolio. The three-row 2027 Getaway features front and rear electric motors that deliver 420 hp combined. Standard Subaru Symmetrica