Cherise Threewitt

1 week ago | cars.usnews.com | Alex Kwanten |Mark Hayes |Cherise Threewitt

NEW YORK – Without a doubt, the 2026 Subaru Outback’s redesign is the most radical in this model’s long history. In 1994, the automaker created the original recipe by giving the Legacy wagon an off-road makeover, and the hyper-popular result set the template for three decades of Outback wagons. This one, unveiled today at the New York Auto Show, is different. With the Legacy discontinued, the Outback no longer shares its structure with a sedan.

1 week ago | cars.usnews.com | Alex Kwanten |Mark Hayes |Warren Clarke |Cherise Threewitt

NEW YORK – Only 18 months after it debuted as a stylish, peach-colored concept car, the Kia EV4 is nearly ready to hit the road, with the wraps coming off the production model at the New York Auto Show today. This tallish, angular, slick-looking fastback sedan will have more than 300 miles of range, loads of driver-assistance gear and quick charging times.

1 week ago | cars.usnews.com | Jasmine Sayles |Mark Hayes |Tony Markovich |Cherise Threewitt

SAVANNAH, Ga. — I stood there, waiting my turn to hop inside the 2025 Mini John Cooper Works (JCW). Everyone around me was going on and on about the specs and features, excited to get their hands on the wheel. But as I stood there, I couldn’t help thinking, “Is it really that great?” Sure, it looked good, but would it truly be good? I had already driven the Mini Cooper S and enjoyed it, but surely, the JCW couldn’t be that much more of a showstopper … surely.

1 week ago | cars.usnews.com | George Kennedy |Warren Clarke |Cherise Threewitt

Prices for new cars seem to be climbing higher every year. Combine economic influences with the fact that modern vehicles are packed with more safety tech and convenience features than ever before, and it’s the perfect storm for rising prices. But don’t lose hope just yet—there are still budget-friendly options available. Some automakers continue to offer compact (and subcompact) cars and crossovers that deliver solid value without sacrificing quality.

2 weeks ago | cars.usnews.com | Kristen Hall-Geisler |Warren Clarke |Cherise Threewitt

A decade ago, we were promised self-driving cars, and while we're a long way from that dream, we are getting some very sophisticated hands-free systems in more kinds of vehicles. Ford BlueCruise is one such system. It allows drivers to completely remove their hands from the steering wheel under particular circumstances so the car can take over what are usually the most boring parts of a long drive. Key Takeaways BlueCruise is a hands-free driving system that works on most highways.