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At first, this new Chinese model from Xpeng could easily be dismissed as yet another Tesla Model Y clone. Unlill you actually look into it. In my opinion, it the new Mona L03 looks much more modern than the aging Model 3 or Model Y. Yes, it still has the same general shape and “turtle… Continue reading Xpeng Mona L03. A New Nightmare For Tesla.

For some odd reason, Honda decided to bring back the good old Prelude. A two door coupe that was produced for 5 generations from 1978 to 2001.. By that time, almost nobody was buying 2 door cars anymore. And the really cool 5th generation Prelude was history. People still don’t buy 2 door cars but… Continue reading Honda Prelude Test Drive.

It looks like the Ford Explorer is getting a new face and a revised interior. But not over here. Since this is the Chinese market model… The big mouth up front is getting thinner, but also wider. Which is something I’ve seen happening with my neighbor Velma for the last few years. And there is… Continue reading This Is the New Ford Explorer the US Won’t Get.

The current generation Mazda 3 came out almost 8 years ago. With actual production starting in 2019. That is quite a long time. Since then, Mazda became mostly an SUV manufacturer, like everyone else these days. And we’ve had no news about a new 3 sedan or hatchback. Until now. As we know, Mazda came… Continue reading Mazda May Have Finally Found a Replacement for the Aging Mazda3.

It was just a matter of time. The new Tesla Model Y L Premium is now available in the US. It came out in China last year, and for a while many though the new version would not be available in the US. Now it is. For a pricey $62,000. This is the price of… Continue reading Is Tesla’s New Model Y L Really Worth $62,000?

As we all know, Ford’s new Universal EV platform will be used for a new $30,000 pickup. That will be the first model. But we also know that Ford is already considering up to 8 new models for the platform. This will go beyond your regular compact, mid-size and large SUVs. They’re could be vans,… Continue reading Why the New Ford EV Platform Is Perfect for an Electric Mustang Convertible.

The Chevrolet Camaro ended production over a year ago. Soon after, rumors surfaced about a new Camaro based on GM’s Ultium platform. The idea was for it to be fun, affordable, and fully electric. Apparently, that project never went anywhere. Then came reports of a second-generation Cadillac CT5, which seemed a bit surprising at first.… Continue reading 2028 Chevrolet Camaro: New Details Point to a Four-Door Future.

While we saw the revised Kia Niro a few months ago, this is the official US version for the 2027 model year. And from what we can see, it is a bit different, but not really improved. At least visually. I’ve always liked the current Niro and was actually pleasantly surprised after renting one for… Continue reading 2027 Kia Niro Officially Revealed for the U.S.

The Chevrolet Equinox EV came out just about 2 1/2 years ago, and there are already rumors about the second generation. It will apparently the first vehicle based on GM’s new BEV-N platform. The next Equinox could come out in 2028 as a 2029 model. A new Blazer EV will follow, which is odd since… Continue reading 2029 Chevrolet Equinox EV Preview.

We all know Cadillac lost something special when they stopped producing a large sedan. Call it XTS, CT6 or whatever, they were basically newer versions of the classic Sedan and Coupe DeVille. At various times in its long history, the Cadillac DeVille series was available as a 4-door sedan, a 2-door coupe, and even a… Continue reading This Modern Cadillac DeVille Concept Revives an American Icon.

We have seen so many spy shots and illustrations of the upcoming Genesis GV90 EV SUV, it’s almost ridiculous. And it has been going on for along, long time. The new illustrations from NYMammoth above carry on the tradition. They both show something that is very, very close to the spy shots we have seen… Continue reading 2027 Genesis GV90 SUV Looks Ready to Challenge the Cadillac Escalade IQ.

While I am not a fan of the current BMW X5, I think this next one is quite a ghastly mess. This 5th generation X5 SUV is obviously vaguely inspired buy the Neue Klasse SUV concept we saw a few years ago. The new iX3 tried to stay close to the concept. And wasn’t very… Continue reading 2027 BMW X5: What Happened to BMW’s Design?

The all-new Chrysler Airflow is finally coming out. It will be available next year as a 2028 model. The original Chrysler Airflow was produced from 1934 to 1939. It was a very futuristic car for its time. And was the first US car to use a wind tunnel in its design process. As you can… Continue reading 2028 Chrysler Airflow: Can Chrysler Challenge the CR-V and RAV4?

I was very fortunate enough to drive a brand new Honda Prelude for a whole week. I was really looking forward to it and was very curious. Please watch the very short video above describing my experience with Honda’s new 2 door coupe. As everyone knows, the Prelude is now a Hybrid. And in the… Continue reading Honda Prelude Test Drive Video.

Buick is working on a new RWD sedan for the North American market. As we already know, it will share its platform with a second generation Cadillac CT5, and the new 4 door Chevrolet Camaro.  The new model will be Buick’s first sedan sold in the US since 2020. the new images above show what… Continue reading The Buick Roadmaster Could Be Making a Stunning Comeback

While the current Hyundai Santa Fe SUV still seems pretty new, it is due for one of these “mid-cycle refresh”. Sale numbers haven’t been that great and Hyundai is working on a new face, and more, for their mid-size SUV. The illustration above from NYMammoth shows what the revised 2027 model could look like. When Hyundai… Continue reading Hyundai Gives The Santa Fe Another Bold New Look for 2027.

We now know a new Chrysler sedan might be a long way off. What we’ll see first, from the new “Chrysler rebirth,” are two models called the Airflow and Arrow. And of course, there are not sedans, but boxy crossovers. It also seems Chrysler is being repositioned as a producer of very affordable cars since… Continue reading The Chrysler Imperial Could Be Chrysler’s Perfect Halo Car.

These official photos are the first ones of the real thing. The Hyundai Avante will soon become, as usual, the North American Elantra. And I have to admit that I am very impressed. For a few reasons. First, I think this is another design that actually stands out. Just put this against the current Civic… Continue reading All-new Hyundai Elantra Official Reveal.

From the Stellantis official presentation a few weeks ago, we’ve learned that a new Jeep Wrangler Scrambler was coming. That just sounds like a shorter, 2 door version of the Jeep Gladiator pickup. Which, in my opinion, is not at all what Jeep needs. It needs a new Jeepster. The Jeepster is a more interesting… Continue reading Why a New Jeepster Makes More Sense Than a Jeep Scrambler.

While Chrysler will soon be serving us a new Arrow and Airflow crossovers, why not imagine a Chrysler we really want. A new generation of the good old Chrysler Cordoba. Sure, inexpensive crossovers based on European cars might sell over here. Maybe… But we all know these won’t be ‘“real” Chryslers. The brand has such… Continue reading Why Chrysler Needs a New Cordoba More Than Another Crossover.