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The increase in size makes the 2026 Mazda CX-5 fully competitive with the segment’s bestsellers, eliminating one of our main gripes with the SUV.
By Aaron Bragman
February 18, 2026
The 2026 SUV market features a notable redesign with the hybrid-only Toyota RAV4 as well as all-new EVs like the Rivian R2 and Subaru Trailseeker. Favorites like the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride also get significant redesigns.
By Joe Bruzek
February 11, 2026
Reviving a whiplash protection test with modified criteria and methods, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has rated 18 small SUVs.
By Jared Gall
January 27, 2026
The fourth-generation MX-5 Miata enters 2026 with the only change being some new synthetic suede interior trim in the Brembo/BBS/Recaro Package.
By Jared Gall
January 27, 2026
We spent time with a new Mazda CX-50 Hybrid to see how it fits into the compact SUV segment. Find out four things we like about it and two we don’t.
By Jim Travers
Automakers have billions in revenue on the line with subscription services. Which ones are worthwhile?
By Lawrence Hodge
January 22, 2026
Cars.com’s breakdown of vehicle assembly locations offers a snapshot of what non-American vehicle manufacturing looks like heading into a new presidency.
By Patrick Masterson
January 14, 2026
Longer, wider and riding a longer wheelbase than the vehicle it replaces, the redesigned 2026 CX-5 appears to address our chief complaint with the outgoing model: its tight quarters.
By Jared Gall
January 13, 2026
Here is a ranking by brand of new-car warranties for retail buyers based on three main types of coverage and grouped from best to industry average.
By Cars.com Editors
January 12, 2026
The Mazda3 is one of the oldest designs in the compact-car segment, but it’s still one of the most engaging and fun to drive — even if it’s showing its age in some ways.
By Damon Bell
Senior Research Editor