News

Green

2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid: 30mi EV range, loses 2nd row Stow ‘n Go

by Joshua Thompson

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid goes on sale late 2016 in the US, and the plug-in minivan qualifies for the US$7,500 federal tax credit.

Alfa Romeo

2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio: Ferrari turbo V6 for first SUV

by Joshua Thompson

The new Alfa Romeo Stelvio is the brand’s first SUV, and it will be available in Quadrifoglio trim with a 2.9-liter turbo V6 by Ferrari.

Volkswagen

2018 Volkswagen Atlas: Large SUV aimed at the heart of America

by Joshua Thompson

The Volkswagen Atlas is named well because the new large 7-seat SUV carries the entire weight of the company’s American dreams on its Dieselgate shoulders.

Daihatsu

2016 Daihatsu Thor: Small minivan isn’t Swedish, has turbo hammer

by Joshua Thompson

The Daihatsu Thor is a small Japan only minivan with an optional 1-liter turbo engine, seats for five, and is also sold as the Toyota Tank and Roomy.

Chevrolet

2017 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2: A mid-size off-road performance truck

by Joshua Thompson

The 2017 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 has taller off-road ready suspension, a wider front and rear track, more protection, and electronic locking differentials.

Ford

2018 Ford EcoSport: Facelifted India-built mini-SUV coming to the USA

by Joshua Thompson

The second generation Ford EcoSport facelift has an updated face with a new grille, hood, bumpers, and headlamps, and a redesigned dashboard.

Jaguar

Jaguar I-Pace concept: Sexy electric SUV due 2018 to fight Telsa Model X

by Joshua Thompson

Built on an new flexible electric platform, the Jaguar I-Pace concept previews a new SUV due in 2018 that will take on the Tesla Model X, and Audi e-tron.

Audi