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Alexa+ in Action: Why Cars Are the Perfect Testbed for Amazon’s AI

A hands-on look at Alexa+ in BMW’s iX3 shows how Amazon’s conversational AI is reshaping voice control inside modern vehicles.
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The 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness Trades Extremes for Everyday Capability

Subaru Outback Vincent Aubé -
The familiar Wilderness recipe returns, with subtle upgrades aimed at everyday use

Volvo EX60 Signals a Structural Shift in How the Brand Builds Cars

Electric & Hybrid Ted Kritsonis -
Seeing the EX60 up close in Stockholm made one thing clear: this isn’t just Volvo’s next electric mid-size SUV, but a rethink of how its cars are built and evolve.

A Quick Spin in Chevrolet’s New Bolt Reveals Meaningful Updates

EV and Hybrid Reviews Amee Reehal -
Ten years ago, the Bolt beat most mainstream brands to market with a genuinely affordable long-range EV. Now it’s back, with meaningful upgrades to take on a far more competitive field.

The Porsche 996 Deserves a Second Look

Porsche 911 Thomas Hundal -
Now that a new generation’s grown fond of the controversial fried-egg headlights, don’t expect 996s to get any cheaper.

The Silverado EV Trail Boss is a Smart Truck With Clear Trade-Offs

Electric Trucks Graham Heeps -
A clearer take on Chevy’s electric pickup

Why Kei Trucks Are a Bigger Threat to Side-By-Sides Than Anyone Expected

Culture Thomas Hundal -
Possibly a smarter (more affordable) work vehicle hiding in plain sight.

TRX vs Raptor R: Two Ways to Build a V8 Supertruck

Full-Size Trucks TL Staff -
Two V8-powered supertrucks, built with very different priorities. One leans into raw power and presence; the other focuses on precision and off-road control.

Comeback: Killing the Ram TRX Was a Mistake Stellantis Just Fixed

Ram 1500 Thomas Hundal -
The Ram TRX returns with more power, fewer apologies, and proof that killing it was the wrong call.

Is the Lexus GX Worth More Than a 4Runner Platinum?

Luxury Full-Size SUV TL Staff -
New premium three-row SUV goes toe-to-toe with Platinum Max-badged Toyota cousin.

The Case for Calm Inside a Lincoln’s New Navigator

Culture Features Amee Reehal -
A closer look at Rejuvenate, after walking through it with Lincoln’s engineer.
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