Infiniti bets its future on a hybrid system that has flummoxed other automakers

Infiniti plans to offer a hybrid or all-electric powertrain in every model beginning in 2021. But the Nissan luxury brand won't rely on an ordinary hybrid system. Infiniti plans to use a series hybrid system in which a gasoline engine acts only as a generator, without driving the wheels directly.

Car News         April 25, 2023

Aston Martin goes from four wheels to two with AMB 001 motorcycle

Aston Martin is launching its first ever motorcycle. The automaker is teaming up with resurrected motorcycle company Brough Superior on the bike, which debuts November 5. Aston Martin is expanding its horizons, with plans for an SUV and cars with hybrid and electric powertrains.

Car News         April 25, 2023

2019 Honda Civic Touring sedan review: All grown up

The 2019 Honda Civic sedan faces stiff competition from rivals like the Toyota Corolla and Volkswagen Jetta. So how does the 10th-generation Honda Civic fare against other current compact cars? Honda gave the Civic an updated infotainment system and other tweaks for the 2019 model year.

Car Reviews         April 25, 2023

2020 Bentley Continental GT V8 coupe first drive review

The 2020 Bentley Continental GT V8 sits below the flagship W12 model in Bentley’s lineup, but that doesn’t matter from behind the wheel. The V8 version adds an extra layer of sensation, and still offers more performance than the average driver will ever need. It’s the best kind of downsizing.

Car Reviews         April 25, 2023

This guy designed Nissan’s beastly GT-R. Here’s what he’s doing next

Known to fans as “Godzilla,” the Nissan GT-R is one of the most formidable performance cars around. Hiroshi Tamura is in charge of keeping this monster sports car in fire-breathing shape. He spoke with Digital Trends about what the future holds for the GT-R and 370Z, two cars that embody Nissan's performance ambitions.

Car Features         April 25, 2023

2020 Jeep Gladiator first drive review

The 2020 Jeep Gladiator has generated lots of hype, but is a pickup truck based on the Wrangler a good idea? When designing the Gladiator, Jeep set out to make a vehicle that was more than just a Wrangler with an added pickup bed. It wanted to make a proper midsize truck. Ride with us as we put it through its paces.

Car Reviews         April 25, 2023

With 341 horsepower, the WRX STI S209 is the most powerful Subaru ever

The Subaru WRX STI S209 is the latest in a series of special editions that have never been sold in the United States before. The 341-horsepower pocket rocket debuts at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show. Subaru only plans to build "around" 200 copies of the S209, all earmarked for the U.S.

Car News         April 25, 2023

Move mountains with the 2019 Ram Heavy Duty and its 1,000 pound-feet of torque

Unveiled at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, the 2019 Ram Heavy Duty pickup truck boasts 1,000 pound-feet of torque -- outgunning rival trucks from Ford and Chevrolet. The new Ram goes on sale later this year. It's likely only a matter of time before the Ford Super Duty and Chevy Silverado HD match the Ram.

Car News         April 25, 2023

Nissan IMs concept teases a future long-range, autonomous electric car

Debuting at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, the Nissan IMs is an electric car with a 380-mile range, autonomous-driving capability, and a backseat designed for being chauffeured. Too bad it's just a concept car. Nissan may eventually launch a longer-range production electric car, however.

Car News         April 25, 2023

2020 XT6 three-row crossover is a Cadillac for families

Debuting at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, the 2020 Cadillac XT6 crossover launches General Motors' luxury brand into territory already dominated by the likes of Acura, Infiniti, and Lexus. The XT6 is part of Cadillac's ongoing effort to change course from sedans to utility vehicles.

Car News         April 25, 2023

The 8-seat, 3-row 2020 Telluride SUV is the biggest Kia ever

It's fitting that the 2020 Kia Telluride debuts at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, as it was built specifically to meet U.S. buyers' insatiable demand for SUVs. Kia packed the eight-seat cabin with family-friendly tech as well. The Telluride shares its basic platform with the Hyundai Palisade.

Car News         April 25, 2023

2020 Ford Explorer branches out with sporty ST, efficiency-focused hybrid models

The 2020 Ford Explorer gets two variants never before seen on Ford's stalwart family hauler. The ST focuses on performance, while the hybrid aims for decent gas mileage. Both models will debut at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show. All 2020 Ford Explorer variants go on sale this summer.

Car News         April 25, 2023

Lexus LC convertible concept teases a new open-air flagship

Debuting in January at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, the Lexus LC convertible concept adds open-air motoring to the sleek LC's resume. But Lexus won't commit to a production version of the car just yet. Lexus hasn't sold a convertible since the IS C went out of production in 2015.

Car News         April 25, 2023

The 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 thunders into the muscle car ring with 760 hp

The 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 revives one of the greatest names in American muscle cars, and finally gives Ford some ammunition in the horsepower war with Chevy and Dodge. Debuting at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show, the GT500 boasts over 700 hp. That makes it the most powerful Ford production car ever.

Car News         April 25, 2023

Driving a prototype 2020 Passat at Volkswagen’s Arizona Proving Ground

Volkswagen’s Arizona Proving Ground is where new cars are torture tested, including the 2020 Passat midsize sedan. The new Passat and other models are subjected to Arizona’s sweltering summers, frozen in giant test chambers, and run for thousands of miles on test tracks.

Car Features         April 25, 2023

2019 Audi E-Tron U.S. spec first drive review

We've been chasing the electric Audi E-Tron around the world for nearly a year; what a trip it's been. We finally got to spend time behind the wheel of the regular-production model in the bustling cities and arid desert of the United Arab Emirates to see how it compares with Jaguar and Tesla's competitors.

Car Reviews         April 25, 2023

Rivian CEO R.J. Scaringe wants his startup to be the Patagonia of electric cars

Rivian is the latest startup hyping new electric cars. But unlike most other startups, Rivian is focusing on off-road vehicles. It launched an electric pickup truck and SUV at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show. CEO R.J. Scaringe explains why Rivian chose these vehicles instead of luxury sedans or crossovers.

Car Features         April 25, 2023

2020 Kia Soul and Soul EV continue to think inside the box

The 2020 Kia Soul is the third generation of Kia's boxy curiosity. The Soul maintains its signature look, but gets tech and powertrain upgrades. The all-electric Soul EV returns as well. Both the gasoline and electric 2020 Soul models debut at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show.

Car News         April 25, 2023

BMW’s 2020 M340i will show off mix of tech and luxury at the Los Angeles show

The 2020 3 Series represents the seventh generation of BMW's bread-and-butter luxury sedan. Where previous generations emphasized the driving experience, the 2020 3 Series focuses more on tech than ever before. Available features include a long list of electronic driving aids and BMW's new personal assistant.

Car News         April 25, 2023

2019 Nissan Altima first drive review

Fresh from a ground-up redesign, the 2019 Nissan Altima boasts an array of new tech and mechanical features wrapped in more attractive bodywork. Will that be enough to get buyers to return to sedans from SUVs? Does it make the Altima any better than the numerous other midsize sedans competing for buyers’ attention?

Car Reviews         April 25, 2023

At Bonneville, a 210-mph Volkswagen Jetta is nothing unusual

The Bonneville Salt Flats are the ultimate temple of speed. Follow along as Volkswagen attempts to set a record with a modified economy car, and see what makes Bonneville so special. Racers have been setting speed records on the salt flats since 1914, and continue to push the limits every year.

Car Features         April 25, 2023

2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first drive review

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter boasts infotainment and driver-assist tech from Mercedes’ passenger cars. It’s not something normally seen on big vans, but it makes the Sprinter a much easier vehicle to use. Mercedes will build U.S.-market Sprinters at a new factory in South Carolina.

Car Reviews         April 25, 2023

From drones to pickup trucks, Workhorse CEO believes the future is electric

Workhorse wants to make sure your next package gets delivered more efficiently. The Ohio-based company builds electric vans, and is branching out into drones, an electrified pickup truck called the W-15, and a small personal helicopter called the SureFly, which is currently undergoing testing.

Car Features         April 25, 2023

Riding along in Audi’s e-tron, the electric SUV born to slay Teslas

The E-Tron is Audi’s first mass-market electric vehicle, and we got to take a ride in this Tesla-fighting crossover down Colorado’s Pikes Peak over a month before the official unveiling. Get a first look at the Audi E-Tron’s performance, tech, and specs with this sneak preview.

Car Features         April 25, 2023

At Pikes Peak, VW just used an EV to smash a gas-powered record

The Volkswagen I.D. R electric car smashed the overall record at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, making a major statement for electric power. Volkswagen claims the I.D. R is just the beginning, and that its future lies with electric cars. But how long will it take to get there?

Car Features         April 25, 2023

2019 Honda Insight first drive review

The 2019 Honda Insight hides its hybrid nature behind conventional sedan styling. Honda’s latest hybrid offers impressive fuel economy, but without the quirkiness of some of its rivals. It’s pitched as a nice sedan that just happens to be a hybrid, but is that the right approach? Read our first drive review to find out.

Car Reviews         April 25, 2023

Dodge’s 840-horsepower Challenger SRT Demon roars off into the sunset

The last Dodge Challenger SRT Demon rolled off a Canadian assembly line, closing the books on Dodge's most insane muscle car. Production was limited to one model year and 3,300 units. The final Demon and the final Dodge Viper sports car will be auctioned off together for charity.

Car News         April 25, 2023

2019 Subaru Ascent first drive review

The 2019 Subaru Ascent is the Japanese automaker’s largest-ever production model. It was built to keep Subaru owners with large families in the fold, but should put competitors on notice as well.

Car Reviews         April 25, 2023

2018 Lincoln Navigator review

The 2018 Lincoln Navigator takes on the Cadillac Escalade and other full-size luxury SUVs for country-club supremacy. The redesigned Navigator has a lot of new tricks up its sleeves, but should you buy one instead of one of its rivals? Read our full in-depth review to find out.

Car Reviews         April 25, 2023

With new cars and new allies, Mitsubishi prepares for an electric future

Mitsubishi Motors North America COO Don Swearingen says to expect more electric cars and plug-in hybrids from the Japanese automaker.

Car Features         April 25, 2023

Jaguar’s all-electric 2019 I-Pace has Tesla in its sights

The 2019 Jaguar I-Pace electric SUV is a serious attempt to take on the Tesla Model X, and electrify Jag's future.

Car News         April 25, 2023

How does the new Tesla Roadster stack up against today’s supercars?

See how the new Tesla Roadster compares to other performance cars in acceleration, and just how astonishing its range figure is.

Car News         April 25, 2023

The best infotainment systems

Infotainment systems are key in new cars, but some automakers do them better than others. From Audi to Volvo, these are the best systems on the market for 2021.

Best Ofs         April 25, 2023

2018 Karma Revero first drive review

The 2018 Karma Revero launched five years ago as the Fisker Karma, and is back after a long hiatus.

Car Reviews         April 25, 2023

Everything you need to know about backup cameras

Backup and parking tech for cars is everywhere, but what do these devices and systems do, and who has the best parking tech? Our guides breaks down the options.

Car Guides         April 25, 2023

What it’s like to drive a Formula E electric race car down the streets of Brooklyn

Formula E electric racing is coming to New York City. Jaguar Panasonic Racing gives us the lowdown on what it’s like to race electric cars, and what to expect from Formula E’s Brooklyn doubleheader.

Car Features         April 25, 2023

Best Alt-Energy Car: 2017 Digital Trends Car Awards

Honda's hydrogen's powered Clarity and Chevrolet's Bolt EV spar to become the Best Alternative Energy Vehicle of 2017.

Best Ofs         April 25, 2023

Best SUV/CUV: 2017 Digital Trends Car Awards

Who would have guessed that Mazda, Jaguar and Bentley would compete for the best SUV of 2017 in the Digital Trends Car Awards?

Best Ofs         April 25, 2023