The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB is a junior G-Class with room for six of your friends
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB made its debut in Utah with a design that borrows a handful of styling cues from the G-Class. The model is about the same size as the GLC, but it rides on a front-wheel drive platform and offers space for up to seven passengers. Tech standard, an all-wheel drive is offered at an extra cost.
The 2020 Porsche Macan Turbo returns from sabbatical with new tricks
Porsche is bringing back the Macan Turbo for the 2020 model year. The flagship variant of the firm's smallest SUV packs a twin-turbocharged, 2.9-liter V6 engine that makes 434 horsepower. The Turbo also inherits the excellent infotainment technology found in other variants of the Macan, including the mid-range S.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 v. GMC Sierra 1500: The differences and similarities
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 are a lot alike, they're essentially the same truck under the sheet metal, but they're aimed at different buyers. We've broken down the similarities and the differences between these two popular pickups to help you decide which one deserves your driveway.
5G will make cars chattier and smarter, but there’s also a fun side to it
Qualcomm calls 5G "the invention age," and it predicts the benefits of faster download speeds and instantaneous communication will stretch far beyond smartphones. It will make cars safer, smarter, while unlocking new entertainment options currently only found in homes. Here's what a 5G-enabled car could look like.
Toyota’s long-awaited FJ Cruiser replacement could arrive in 2020 with a twist
Toyota will allegedly fill the void created by the FJ Cruiser's demise by bringing the 2017 TJ Cruiser concept to production. It will be a completely different kind of car developed with a far smaller focus on off-road prowess. Rumors indicate the TJ Cruiser will make its debut in late 2019 or early 2020.
Volvo shifts its Care by Volvo new car subscription service into high gear
Volvo expanded its pioneering Care by Volvo subscription service to include more cars. Nearly every member of the Volvo range is available through the program, from the XC40 to the XC90. The company also streamlined the process of getting approved and insured, and made changes to satisfy its American dealers.
New tech could allow Porsche to turn the Taycan into a high-speed movie theater
The electric Taycan will offer a second infotainment screen for the front passenger at an extra cost, and Porsche is considering adding a video streaming function. It first needs to develop new technology that limits to viewing angle to ensure the driver isn't distracted by the program the passenger is watching.
2015 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster review
The Lamborghini Aventador Roadster is jaw-droppingly quick in a straight line and around bends. It's also the brand's most user-friendly convertible.
2016 Volvo S60 Cross Country review
Half sedan, half crossover and not exactly cheap, the 2016 Volvo S60 Cross Country accurately illustrates the term “niche model."
2015 Mercedes-Benz C250d review
The reputation of diesel cars is damaged, but the oil-burning engine isn’t dead yet thanks in part to well-engineered cars like the Mercedes C250d.
2015 Land Rover Defender review
The Land Rover Defender is ancient by today's standards, but it's one of the most capable 4x4s out there. Its demise marks the end of an era.
2016 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon review
Jeep's Wrangler has evolved at a slower pace than the rest of the auto industry in order to retain its ability to go virtually anywhere.
2018 Volvo XC60 first drive
With the 2018 Volvo XC60 -- handsome, comfortable, and loaded with user-friendly tech -- Volvo has a formula to shake up the compact SUV segment.
2017 Cadillac ATS-V Coupe review
Visceral, balanced, and powerful, the Cadillac ATS-V is the most underrated car in the compact sports coupe segment.
2017 Mercedes-Benz G550 4×4² review
In 38 years, the Mercedes G-Class went from basic to fit for an emperor. We bid it farewell by taking the outrageous Mercedes-Benz G550 4x4² out for a spin.
2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid first drive
The original Panamera hybrid had a formative influence on the Porsche line-up. It's back with a new look, all-wheel drive, more power, and more range.
2019 Volvo XC40 first drive review
We put the 2019 Volvo XC40 to the test in and around Barcelona to see what it takes from its bigger siblings and what it brings to the table.
2019 Bentley Bentayga V8 First Drive
The Bentley Bentayga just received a V8 engine. Read our 2019 Bentley Bentayga V8 first drive review to find out how it compares to the W12 model.
2018 Cadillac ATS Sedan Review
Cadillac jettisoned the ATS, its smallest sedan, into a cut-throat segment historically dominated by the Germans. In our 2018 Cadillac ATS review, we take one on a road trip to find out if it stands a fighting chance. We look at in-car tech, including Cadillac's newest infotainment system, and performance.
2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid first drive review
The gasoline-electric variant of the third-generation Cayenne gets a V6-electric plug-in hybrid powertrain that aims to deliver Prius-like emissions while remaining the sports car of the SUV segment. We put it through it spaces in southern France in our 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid first drive review.
2019 Porsche Macan S first drive review
The roster of models challenging the Porsche Macan grows annually. The German firm updated its smallest, most affordable SUV with a new engine, more tech features, and subtle design tweaks to keep it looking fresh. Digital Trends traveled to the island of Mallorca to find out what the changes mean on a winding road.
2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country first drive
Volvo laced up its smallest station wagon in hiking clothes to create the V60 Cross Country. It's a lifted, all-wheel drive family-hauler that laughs at icy roads while coddling its occupants in a comfortable, high-tech cabin. We travel to Sweden to try it out on snowy roads a stone's throw from the Arctic Circle.
2020 Alpina B7 first drive review
Alpina began making hot-rodded BMWs years before anyone heard of an M5. Digital Trends traveled to scenic Bavaria to put the B7, its flagship model, through its paces on a variety of roads. The B7 is based on the 7 Series, and it was updated for the 2020 model year, but it's not merely a big Bimmer with a body it.
2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe prototype first drive review
BMW is expanding its lineup with a model called 2 Series Gran Coupe. It's a fastback positioned below the 3 Series as the automaker's entry-level model, and it's aimed at young motorists who want a blend of style, practicality, and tech. Digital Trends drove a pre-production prototype ahead of the Gran Coupe's debut.
Powerful, high-end electric cars are 40% more likely to crash than gas models, study finds
EVs with muscle car-like power and jaw-dropping acceleration times are more likely to crash than comparable piston-powered cars, according to French insurance company Axa. The firm said acceleration times are partially to blame. Conversely, smaller, less powerful EVs are slightly less likely to crash.
Audi is giving buyers two cars for the price of one — for a week
Audi is giving motorists who buy or lease a 2019 model seven days of free rentals through its SilverCar division. Motorists can choose between the A4, the A5 Cabriolet, the Q5, and the Q7, and there are no mileage restrictions. The cars must be picked up from SilverCar's 26 locations in the United States.
Forget the iCar. Porsche gives Apple a first-class ticket to the auto industry
Porsche has teamed up with Apple to offer the Taycan with industry-exclusive entertainment features. The EV will come with integrated Apple Music when it goes on sale in 2020. It will be the first car with this feature, but it won't be the last, and the tie-up points the way forward in the field of infotainment tech.
Microeconomics and a little magic help bring the 2020 Audi RS 6 Avant to U.S.
Audi is finally bringing its high-performance RS 6 Avant to the United States. The new, fourth-generation model will arrive in American showrooms during the 2020 model year with a 600-hp, twin-turbocharged V8 under the hood. Fans have waited for the chance to drive Audi's super Awagon on American soil for decades.
Will Volkswagen’s convertible T-Roc crossover start a trend?
Volkswagen's T-Roc just lost its lid. The sub-Tiguan model spawned a high-riding convertible that picks up where the Beetle left off. Buyers have two engines to choose from, and they can select a state-of-the-art infotainment system that's permanently connected to the internet. The model won't be sold in the U.S.
Can big rebates lure Tesla owners into Jaguar’s segment-bending I-Pace?
Jaguar wants Tesla owners to step into its stores and drive home in an I-Pace, its first and only electric car. The company is offering motorists who can prove there is a Tesla in their household a $3,000 rebate. Other deals are available, and they bring the I-Pace's price down to $54,50 before the $7,500 tax credit.
Freightliner starts delivering its electric eCascadia semi truck to customers
Freightliner will soon deliver the first two examples of its battery-electric eCascadia semi truck. The 730-horsepower hauler will be put in the hands of two companies that will test it in California and provide feedback. The manufacturer plans to build additional examples for its pilot program during 2019.
Water-repellent fabric lets Subaru seats keep up with the people sitting on them
Subaru developed a water-repellent fabric named StarTex to help the seats in its cars keep up with the people sitting on them. StarTex is soft to the touch, it's easy to clean, and it's vegan. It's only available on an upmarket variant of the new 2020 Outback, but we expect more models will soon offer it.
Porsche expands its hybrid range with three gasoline-electric Cayennes
Porsche expanded its range of electrified performance cars by releasing three hybrid variants of the Cayenne SUV. The range-topping Turbo S E-Hybrid models ally a twin-turbocharged, 4.0-liter V8 engine with an electric motor to deliver 670 horsepower. The Cayenne Coupe also gains a tamer E-Hybrid variant.
Ford settles class-action lawsuit over infotainment woes for $17 million
Ford has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit -- which accused it of selling defective infotainment systems -- for $17 million. Customers who bought a car with MyFord Touch or MyLincoln Touch between 2010 and 2013 claim the system didn't work as advertised, and often froze or crashed.
Thieves are using high-tech methods to drive off in high-tech cars
Cars are becoming increasingly high-tech, so thieves are getting smarter to keep up. Code grabbing hardware widely available online lets them duplicate a key fob's code and get into a car without breaking a window or bending a door. The same basic hardware sometimes allows them to drive off in a car.
Tesla Model 3 traveling on Autopilot explodes twice after hitting a tow truck
The driver of a Tesla Model 3 and his kids are lucky to be alive after the electric sedan rear-ended a parked tow truck, exploded twice, and burned to the ground. The driver -- a Russian businessman -- told investigators he was using Autopilot at the time of the accident. Tesla is looking into the crash.
Bosch wants to give your car’s instrument cluster a full 3D makeover
Bosch is working on integrating passive 3D technology into your car's dashboard. The company's research shows drivers view and interpret information much faster when it's presented in 3D. There are no firm plans to bring the technology to production yet, but we expect to see it during the early 2020s.