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Posted Friday, February 27, 2026 at 9:45pm
Subaru invited us out on a (rare) rainy California day to experience its new EV and see just what it can do off-road. But beyond it’s off-road abilities, how does it stack up to the rest of the market today? The Subaru Uncharted is Subaru’s new mid-size electric SUV, intended as an entry-level “right-sized” offering, but still boasting an ample list of features. It’s intended to sit in the same class as the gas-powered Crosstrek,… Read More →
Posted Friday, February 27, 2026 at 9:44pm
our decades ago, the world watched in wonder as Group B came to a spellbinding – not to mention fittingly controversial – conclusion on the Olympus Rally. In April, those stories and those stages will be back for a sell-out anniversary edition of what was arguably America’s greatest ever rally. The 2026 Olympus Rally presented by DirtFish has been 40 years in the making. Steve McQuaid has been at the heart of the event for… Read More →
Posted Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 9:41pm
A couple weeks ago when I got to drive the second-generation Toyota C-HR, a new electric crossover that’s like a coupe version of the bZ, I found it to be actually pretty great — and cool, even. It may not be the most compelling or competitive EV on the market, but it’s definitely an appealing one, especially with a starting price of under $40,000. Mere days after driving the C-HR, I got to drive the… Read More →
Posted Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 9:38pm
Subaru’s push into the EV market is happening in the midst of an industry-wide plateauing of the genre. Going from one EV last year—the Solterra—to a lineup of three EVs for 2026 is an aggressive move. The smallest of Subie’s electric adventure-mobiles is the Uncharted, which is purported to be a sort of electric equivalent to the brand’s popular Crosstrek subcompact crossover. The mid-size Trailseeker completes the trio. The Uncharted has a sort-of futuristic Crosstrek… Read More →
Posted Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 9:36pm
There’s a title within SCCA® RoadRally motorsports that sometimes goes unnoticed, yet when you look at the results, it’s a story of utter domination. The award is the Manufacturer’s Rally Championship, and 2025’s winner continues a legacy that began back in 1994 and along the way has contributed to the introduction of new members to the Sports Car Club of America™. In 2025, the Manufacturer’s Rally Championship was won by Subaru, scoring 249 points. MINI… Read More →
Posted Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 9:34pm
There are seemingly countless options for a new SUV these days, but less so if you’re looking for one that’s comfortable, roomy, and able to tackle snowy roads in the winter and outdoor adventures in the summer. Thankfully, a pair of SUVs are up for the challenge: the 2026 Honda Passport and 2026 Subaru Outback. Both SUVs are bigger and roomier than their popular small SUV siblings, the Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester. They also… Read More →
Posted Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:43pm
JOHN DAVIS: Since the Subaru Outback first arrived on the scene 30 years ago as the world’s first sport-utility wagon, it’s been growing and gradually morphing into a full-on SUV. Well now comes the all-new seventh-gen Outback; it certainly looks bigger and bolder than ever, so is the transformation complete? Well, that’s a question we’re ready to answer. GREG CARLOSS: The 2026 Subaru Outback is indeed embracing its inner and outer SUV these days, but… Read More →
Posted Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:42pm
Nokian Tyres is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its Ivalo test center this year. The company said the center is the largest and most diverse winter tire testing environment in the world, and it tests thousands of tires there every year. Also known as “White Hell,” the facility in Finnish Lapland has been central to Nokian Tyres’ winter driving safety research since it opened in 1986. Tire tests are an integral part of Nokian Tyres’… Read More →
Posted Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:07pm
The capable and practical Subaru Ascent is a rugged choice in midsize family SUVs. It also has great safety scores and good resale value. Pricing starts at $42,245. The Subaru Ascent is the answer to Subaru people’s desire for a bigger Outback with 3-row seating. The most family-friendly Subaru has enough seats for the whole family to come along on off-road adventures, but it’s just as suitable for the daily suburban commute. When it comes… Read More →
Posted Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:05pm
The Ford Maverick sold just over 155,000 units in North America in 2025, and more than 131,000 in 2024, proving beyond a shadow of a doubt that there’s a strong demand for smaller pickups in this part of the world. The Maverick is affordable, too, starting under $30,000, but that might still be a bit steep for someone who’s going to use it as a second vehicle, or anyone shopping for a primary vehicle on… Read More →
