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Mercedes-Benz's 'Baby' G-Class Won't Be EV Only

Mercedes-Benz is changing course. The automaker will no longer offer its upcoming "Baby" G-Class exclusively as a battery-electric vehicle. The new model will also allegedly feature a hybrid powertrain option.

Motor1 · Feb 23

Even Audi RS5 Owners Will Pay Extra For Infotainment Themes

You would think spending six figures on a car unlocks nearly every feature imaginable, but that’s not how today’s vehicles work. Automakers have no qualms about forcing you to pay for downloadable content and subscription fees in order to unlock your car’s full potential. That kind of profiteering includes Audi’s…

Motor1 · Feb 23

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 Just Raised Its Own Bar: Review

The Mazda CX-5 has always been one of the best-handling vehicles in its segment, and the automaker’s focus on making a fun-to-drive family crossover resulted in a dedicated fan base. But for as fun as it was, the previous CX-5 had its shortcomings.  

Motor1 · Feb 23

VW Resurrects The Twin-Turbo V6 Golf GTI Roadster That Never Was

Volkswagen is blowing out 50 candles on the GTI’s anniversary cake by revisiting some of the most striking cars to carry the Grand Tourer Injection banner. Although smaller models like the Polo supermini and the dinky Lupo or up! have received the hot hatch treatment, the three famous letters are…

Motor1 · Feb 20

These Are The Most Dependable Car Brands Of 2026

JD Power’s latest Vehicle Dependability Study has recorded the highest number of overall problems per vehicle since 2022. Premium vehicles remain less dependable than mass-market ones, with the gap between the two growing in the 2026 study.   

Motor1 · Feb 19

Polestar Is Finally Giving People What They Want: Buttons

With new regulations taking effect overseas and customers still fed up with screens, automakers are finally starting to dial back the touchscreen overload. Even Polestar—a brand that launched with nearly every function baked into one massive display—will soon bring physical buttons to its cabins.

Motor1 · Feb 19

This $350K Mustang Boss 429 Isn't Just Another Restomod—It's Better

Yes, I am fully aware that I recently wrote an entire article highlighting how "the rich" have ruined the classic car hobby. That's still true. But what's also true is that a properly done restomod can be an amazing machine.  

Motor1 · Feb 19

BMW 'Wouldn't Say No' To A High-Performance M Off-Roader

BMW might be getting serious about off-roading. The German automaker already offers a rugged version of the X5 and is developing its own rival to the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. Now, a new report suggests the brand could be considering a high-performance off-roader wearing an M badge.

Motor1 · Feb 18

Jeep Might Put A Hemi V8 Back In The Grand Cherokee

Under Stellantis’ stewardship, the American brands of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles have suffered. The automakers' intended shift toward battery-electric vehicles and new combustion powertrains did not resonate with a customer base built on V8 engines. Ram has already corrected much of that, though, with the reintroduction of the Hemi in the…

Motor1 · Feb 18

Car Ownership Is Up For Debate In Congress. Here's What's At Stake

In November 2024, I wrote a story about imported Kei trucks and the state-level restrictions being placed on them across the country. In Texas, the Department of Motor Vehicles simply changed its policy, preventing owners from registering with the state, even though the vehicles were 25 years old or older,…

Motor1 · Feb 18