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Jeep Wrangler set the bar for off-roading capability Ford Bronco is slightly larger, has a more modern suspension Both have removable doors and tops The Jeep Wrangler has been the American benchmark for off-roading capability in the 80-plus years since it was developed for World War II military duty. It had the market to itself for much of that…

Ferrari’s first EV debuts in late 2025 Ferrari’s first EV will likely be a sleek SUV A price tag of more than $550,000 is expected for Ferrari’s first EV Ferrari is working on an electric vehicle that is set to debut in late 2025, and a test mule has been spotted. A test mule is an early-stage prototype where engineers use a makeshift body, often…

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Nissan Armada What does it compare to? The redesigned Nissan Armada is a full-size three-row SUV with lots of space and power. It challenges the Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, Ford Expedition, and the related Infiniti QX80. Is the 2025 Nissan Armada a good SUV? The Nissan Armada carries up to eight passengers in…

The Nissan Armada has been redesigned for 2025 The new Armada is bigger and features a stiffer frame compared to the outgoing SUV A twin-turbocharged V-6 replaces the outgoing Armada’s V-8, delivering more power but the same 8,500-pound towing capacity A new generation of Nissan’s Armada full-size, three-row SUV arrives for the 2025 model year…

Volkswagen gave the 2025 Jetta GLI a refresh with nicer interior materials Jetta GLIs are powered by a turbo-4 with either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission The 2025 Jetta GLI costs $33,940 A performance sedan with a manual transmission might seem as rare as a unicorn’s tears these days, but some are still available…

Future General Motors vehicles could feature deployable awnings. That’s something Rivian has also tried to patent, although GM may have different uses in mind. A deployable awning was the subject of a GM patent application that was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on Aug. 22, but originally filed by GM in 2023. In…

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Dodge Hornet? What does it compare to? The Hornet is Dodge’s smaller crossover SUV, a sportier and decidedly costlier rival to the Hyundai Kona, Kia Seltos, and Mazda CX-30. Is the 2025 Dodge Hornet a good SUV? The Hornet is fun to drive and interesting to look at, though it can be quite expensive against…

Radiant heat could be key to using less energy to heat vehicle cabins Heated glass could help rapidly defrost windshields in the future Window tint could help lower vehicle cabin temps and increase efficiency At a technology demonstration event in South Korea, Hyundai and Kia recently showed off new ways to heat and cool vehicle cabins more…

Future Stellantis EVs might feature the ability to execute a tank turn Rivian ended up passing on tank turns The electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class can make a tank turn Following the lead of a handful of other automakers, Stellantis is looking to patent an EV tank-steer system for off-road use, allowing vehicles to spin around on the spot without…

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque? What does it compare to? The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is a styling statement in a somewhat practical SUV body. It compares to the BMW X2, Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class, and Lexus NX. Is the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque a good SUV? It’s stylish and well-equipped if…