Volvo EX50 Will Replace the EX40 in the US Market Starting in 2027
Volvo is bringing a new EX50 electric crossover to the US in fall 2027 to replace the EX40, with a starting price in the high $40,000s and a faster-charging platform.
Nissan Rogue e-Power Hybrid Is Coming to the US in Late 2026
Nissan’s 2027 Rogue Hybrid e-Power is set to arrive at US dealerships in late 2026, introducing a unique series hybrid system that drives entirely on electric motors.
Aston Martin Secures $736 Million in New Debt to Shore Up Its Finances
Aston Martin has secured £550 million ($736 million) in new debt financing led by BlackRock’s HPS Investment Partners to boost liquidity and fund its product plans.
BYD Posts Record July Sales as Global Exports Surge 124%
BYD sold 419,211 new energy vehicles in July 2026, its best month of the year, as overseas deliveries hit an all-time high of 179,841 units. (141 characters)
Hyundai and Kia Set July US Sales Record on 52% Hybrid Surge
Hyundai and Kia sold a combined 165,284 vehicles in the US in July 2026, a new all-time high, as hybrid sales surged 52% and EV sales fell sharply.
Hybrids Outsell EVs in California for the First Time in Four Years
Hybrid vehicles captured 22.1% of California’s new car market in the first half of 2026, surpassing EVs for the first time since 2021.
Sound Design in Cars: Why What You Hear Inside Matters More Than Ever
From engine roars to cabin silence, automotive sound design has become a defining factor in how drivers perceive quality, safety, and comfort.
The Hidden Engineering Behind a Car Door’s Satisfying Close
That solid, reassuring thud when you shut a car door is no accident — it’s the result of precise engineering, acoustics, and design working in perfect harmony.
How Automakers Design for Aging Drivers Without Sacrificing Style
The automotive industry is quietly redefining accessible design, proving that vehicles built for older drivers can still look and feel exceptional.
