The importance of Nissan’s new Leaf cannot be overstated. The troubled Japanese automaker is in crisis mode after losing money for several years and a recently failed merger with Honda. It desperately needs a successful product in the immediate future to bounce back, especially after posting a $4.5 billion loss last year alone. By morphing…

If you’re someone concerned about resale value, then the color you pick might be more important than you think. A new study reveals that not all cars depreciate the same, and if you want to get the most money for your vehicle down the line, you’re better off going bright and flashy. According to the…

Chrysler is turning 100 this year—a big deal for any company. To celebrate, the brand is making some major changes to its operations over the next few years in hopes of getting the storied American automaker back on track. Stellantis Design Chief Ralph Gilles told Road & Track: "We’re back on with Chrysler." Gilles notes…

Believe it or not, Frank Stephenson, the famed car designer, is still gushing about the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. The Italian automaker revealed the car nearly two years ago, pledging to build just 33 examples. It's a faithful tribute to the 33 Stradale of the late 1960s, considering the quagmire of modern safety constraints, and…

Ford has found inspiration in its past for a new appearance package that launches with the 2026 Mustang. It’s called the FX Pack, and it adds a handful of retro-inspired styling cues straight out of the 1980s to the seventh-generation Mustang. The FX combines Adriatic Blue Metallic, a new color inspired by the teal available…

Automakers typically update switchgear in their higher-end models before the new technology is introduced in more affordable cars. The 2026 Q3 sits near the bottom of the lineup, yet it ushers in a new feature that’s sure to spark controversy. The compact luxury crossover no longer has conventional stalks mounted on the steering column. Instead,…

Update: Nissan has contacted Motor1 to explain that there was a glitch in the configurator, and that all trim levels of the Leaf will feature the black band on the tailgate. The high-end taillights will remain exclusive to the Platinum+. I’ve always had a soft spot for base models, and lately, I’ve been trying to…