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News Roundup: Feb 2, 2026
Check out the video: https://youtu.be/mwNTrwGEk90 The Best Gets Better Often described as “the best car in the world,” the latest Mercedes S‑Class arrives with a major under‑the‑skin overhaul despite its familiar look, with roughly half of its 5,400‑plus parts newly developed or revised. Styling updates focus on a larger optional illuminated grille, abundant gloss‑black trim, and distinctive illuminated star details, while customization is taken to extremes through MANUFAKTUR
Adam Bernard
Feb 34 min read


News Roundup: Jan 26, 2026
Check out the video: https://youtu.be/__voxIzxGiA Volvo’s Next-Gen EV The Volvo EX60 debuts on Volvo’s new SPA3 platform, featuring advanced 800V architecture, cell-to-body construction for improved energy density and efficiency, and megacasting for reduced material waste and cost. It boasts a strong environmental focus with 27% recycled content and a 37% lower CO2 footprint. Performance highlights include a 400-mile EV range for the AWD model, rapid charging capabilities (up
Adam Bernard
Jan 273 min read


News Roundup: Jan 19, 2026
Check out the video: https://youtu.be/uwlOUMrMXu0 Kia Goes Small The KIA EV2 is a compact electric vehicle that builds on the platform and design cues of the larger EV3, offering a smaller footprint than the outgoing Soul EV and launching in Europe at under €30,000. Notable features include flush doorhandles, a rising beltline, up to 19-inch wheels, and low-mounted taillamps for easier rear access. Powered by the front-wheel-drive EGMP-derived platform, it offers battery opti
Adam Bernard
Jan 204 min read


News Roundup: Oct 28, 2025
Check out the video: https://youtu.be/t7OSZXkQXWU Toyota’s ‘Baby’ Land Cruiser Just in time for the original Land Cruiser’s 75th anniversary, Toyota will launch the long-rumored Land Cruiser FJ--a spiritual successor to the Tacoma-based FJ Cruiser--next year. There had been some speculation (fueled by the electric Compact Cruiser concept shown in 2022) that this new product might be an electrified BFI entry, but that’s definitely not the case. Underneath is Toyota’s 21-year-o
Adam Bernard
Oct 28, 20254 min read


News Roundup: Sept 22, 2025
Check out the video: https://youtu.be/Kuw0j88JyzE TOYOTA’S NEW BZ7 FLAGSHIP Originally shown as a concept in Shanghai, Toyota’s electric...
Adam Bernard
Sep 23, 20255 min read


Hyundai Investor 2025 Wrapup
Hyundai’s annual Investor Day brings significant news around product, technology, and powertrain… Retains 2030 global sales target of...
Adam Bernard
Sep 18, 20252 min read


News Roundup: August 4, 2025
Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/YQVERz42zxE Kia PV5 Technology Day Five years ago, Kia announced plans to enter the commercial...
Adam Bernard
Aug 5, 20254 min read


It's a Bronco, Jim—But Not As We Know It!*
Ford Bronco New Energy (photo: Ford) Frankly, I don't think anyone saw this coming. At first glance, it looks like a Bronco Sport, but...
Adam Bernard
Jul 16, 20251 min read
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