Toyota has announced the 2027 Highlander, marking the fifth generation of the midsize SUV and its transition to a battery-electric vehicle (BEV) powertrain. This model represents the first three-row BEV for Toyota in the United States market and the first Toyota BEV to be assembled in the United States. Production will take place at the … Read more
BMW Group has begun producing pre-series vehicles for the new BMW i3 at its Munich assembly plant, marking a key step toward series production scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026. The move signals that the facility has transitioned from preparation and pilot phases into near-series manufacturing conditions, with vehicles now moving through … Read more
Toyota has released a new teaser image offering a dimly lit look inside an upcoming vehicle, paired with the tagline: “Big energy. Bigger versatility. A new adventure starts February 10th.” The image centers on the cabin, revealing a wide interior layout with three rows of seating, a large central touchscreen, and ambient lighting running along … Read more
Honda and the Ohio Department of Transportation have completed a two-year pilot program testing an automated roadway inspection system that uses vehicle-based sensors to identify road and infrastructure deficiencies. The project, led by Honda and funded by ODOT through its DriveOhio smart mobility initiative, evaluated whether data collected from production-style vehicles could supplement or partially … Read more
Toyota has released a moody teaser image hinting at a new vehicle, showing little more than a rear silhouette and a full-width LED light bar. The image suggests an SUV or crossover form factor, though Toyota has not confirmed the model name, powertrain, or launch timeline. The teaser offers no accompanying technical details, but its … Read more
General Motors has announced an integration between its electric vehicle mobile applications and the Electrify America public charging network aimed at simplifying how drivers locate, access, and pay for public fast charging. The integration adds Electrify America charging stations to GM’s myChevrolet, myGMC, and myCadillac apps, allowing drivers to find and use compatible charging locations … Read more
Volvo Cars has expanded its all-electric lineup with the introduction of the Volvo EX60 Cross Country, a more rugged variant of the forthcoming EX60 electric SUV. Revealed alongside the standard EX60 in January 2026, the Cross Country version applies Volvo’s long-running Cross Country formula—raised ride height, distinctive exterior details, and added off-road capability cues—to an … Read more
Volvo Cars has formally unveiled the EX60, a new all-electric mid-size SUV positioned as a core model in the company’s expanding battery-electric lineup. Announced on January 21, 2026, the EX60 represents Volvo’s first entry into what it describes as the largest global electric vehicle segment by volume, targeting family-oriented buyers seeking a five-seat SUV with … Read more
Canada and China reached a preliminary trade agreement in January 2026 that includes a framework allowing limited imports of Chinese-built electric vehicles into the Canadian market at a reduced tariff rate. The agreement-in-principle was announced during Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s official visit to Beijing and represents a partial reversal of earlier trade restrictions imposed … Read more
Honda has revealed a prototype travel trailer called the Base Station, marking the company’s first known exploration into towable recreational camping equipment designed for consumer use. The concept was developed by Honda’s U.S.-based research and development teams in California and Ohio and is intended to demonstrate how the automaker’s longstanding design and packaging philosophies could … Read more
