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For 2026, the Nissan Sentra gets significantly changed exterior and interior styling, but its powertrain carries over.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 Coupe is one of the more indulgent and lovely mid-size luxury SUVs on the market, but be careful how you spec yours.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
Cadillac has revamped the Optiq for 2026, adding a rear-wheel-drive version, increasing the power on the all-wheel-drive variant and bringing a new high-performance V-Series version to showrooms.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
The 2026 Honda Prelude is an all-new coupe that features Civic Type R chassis components and the Civic hybrid’s two-motor hybrid system.
By Mike Hanley
Senior Road Test Editor
Though it offers a familiar driving experience and the cabin features high-grade materials, Polestar’s decision not to include a rear window in the 4 SUV coupe has potentially significant consequences.
By Mike Hanley
Senior Road Test Editor
The 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo is the new top trim in VW’s compact SUV line, featuring a nicer interior and a much more powerful turbocharged engine.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
The top-of-the-line 2026 Toyota GR Supra MkV Final Edition starts at $69,745 (including destination), though it isn’t hugely different from the standard car.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
Until now, Mercedes-Benz had never made a Maybach ultra-luxury SL, making this the sportiest Maybach ever made — but its focus is more on grand-touring comfort than sporting ability.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
With a smidge more power, better suspension and a comprehensive list of optional lightweighting kit, the new 2026 Aston Martin DBX S is near the top of the super-SUV heap.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
The new 2026 Toyota RAV4 builds on the last-gen model and improves just about everything while adding a small squeeze of character that RAV4 owners are unaccustomed to.
By Conner Golden
West Coast Bureau Chief
