This may the last teaser image we get of the new Audi Q8 SUV – or not. The model is set to get its official reveal next month in Shanghai, and this time around we get a rendering of the vehicle’s bold-looking front end. The wait is almost over for Audi’s new flagship SUV.

Investment firm SoftBank will pour $2,25 billion to GM Cruise, the autonomous driving division of General Motors. With this influx of funds, the automaker thinks it can mass-produce self-driving vehicles as soon as 2019.

Scheduled to speak at a meeting of investors in Italy this coming Friday, June 1, FCA head Sergio Marchionne could well announce the end of the Chrysler brand, if rumours are to be believed. Fiat could for its part be pulled from the American and Chinese markets.

The future Audi e-tron, an electric SUV expected to hit the European market by the end of this year, will not come with side-view mirrors. Instead it will feature cameras that display images on screens located inside the car.

Hyundai has announced its return for a third straight year as an official sponsor of the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal, which takes place form June 28 to July 7, 2018.

Kia Canada today announced pricing for the redesigned new 2019 Kia Sedona minivan, and its starting price of under $29,000 will please Canadian consumers with family-transportation needs. We’ve got details on the changes for the 2019 edition.

A number of complaints have reached the NHTSA regarding problems relating to subframe corrosion in 2009-2010 Mazda 6 models, which could lead to failure of certain steering and suspension components. The board has decided to open an investigation.

We review the 2018 Lexus NX 300 SUV, a product competing in a hotly contested market segment populated by freshly renewed luxury vehicles from top automakers. Its qualities are many and undeniable, but can the NX compete? Here’s our review.

BMW will soon be offering inductive charging technology for its 530e model, and so become the first manufacturer to make wireless charging technology commercially available. BMW will then expand its use to other models. And other automakers are set to follow; Mercedes-Benz is developing the technology for its S-Class.

After seven years of strong growth in North America, a difficult beginning to 2018 has forced Nissan to revise its strategy. The Japanese automaker will focus on maximizing profitability over accelerated growth in sales volume. It means production might be reduced by up to 20% in the coming months.

The FCA Group is following the lead of several other manufacturers and has cancelled its participation in the next Paris auto show this coming fall. The company did explain that the decision is not reversible and that its presence at each future auto show will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Ford is gradually revealing new details about the next-generation Shelby GT500, an ultra-high-performance version of the Ford Mustang. It has now released a first full-body image of the new pony, one trim of which will offer more than 700 hp, placing it on a par with its great rival, the Dodge Challenger Hellcat.

The 2018 Toyota Tacoma is a compact pickup that once upon a time ruled over its category, but is now forced to fight to regain lost terrain. Can its undeniable off-road capabilities make up for a middling on-road driving experience? Read on…

According to Japanese newspaper The Nikkei, Honda is working in partnership with Chinese battery manufacturer CATL to develop an electric car based on the Fit. The new model would first be sold in China, as of 2020.

A group of engineers at Honda’s special projects team in Swindon, England have designed a prototype pickup version of the Honda Civic Type R. The goal of this unique project is to set a new speed record on the famed Nürburgring track in England.

The FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) Group seemed to have abandoned the Dodge Viper for good after grounding the model last year. But it appears the company is working on reviving its resident super car. The new version could debut as early as next January at Detroit’s auto show.

Porsche has already announced that a plug-in hybrid version of its 911 would be introduced when the model gets its refresh next year. It appears however that the manufacturer is looking at the possibility of adding a second electrified version to the model’s roster.

A software problem that can cause vehicles’ cruise control to stay on even when the driver tries to disengage it has led Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) to issue a massive recall of some 4.8 million vehicles.

Meet the Nissan LEAF Open Car convertible! Sadly not intended for production anytime soon, the modified concept version of the 2018 Nissan LEAF was presented to mark 100,000 sales of the electric car since it debuted in 2010.

For its last year on the market before Subaru realigns it as a stand-alone brand, the WRX STI will get a light boost in power and small adjustments to its offer of transmissions.

While many like the greater versatility offered by SUVs for pulling their trailers and RVs, it’s worth keeping in mind that even the biggest utility models have less towing capacities than pickups. That said, here are our Top 10 SUVs for RVing in 2018!

New adaptive shocks and an off-road cruise control system are the two main add-ons to the specs of the new 2019 F-150 Raptor that Ford will be introducing later this year.

After promising for years that a diesel-powered Mazda powertrain was on the way, the automaker seems on the verge of keeping its word. A diesel-engine Mazda6 was recently spotted at the offices of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a sign that approval may be imminent.

A 2017 Ford GT with only 7 miles on its odometer sold for a final bid of $1.65 million USD at a Mecum auction this past weekend. According to Ford, the sale was illegal and should not have taken place, due to a clause in the original sale contract that prevents buyers from re-selling the vehicle within 24 months.

Though it has not failed to absorb the changing realities of the automotive industry as consumers’ preferences migrate from cars to sport utility models, Subaru is declaring publicly that sedans and coupes still have their place on its roster.

Part of the buzz generated by the Kia Stinger since its debut can be attributed to the V6 that propels it. Now, Canadian consumers will soon have the opportunity to discover the model’s base version. The 4-cylinder turbo-equipped Stinger should hit dealerships by the end of summer 2018.

The next generation of 45 models from AMG will get a big boost in power thanks to an improved version of their current 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo engines. Expect well over 400 hp of output when the models hit the market.

A problem with a fuel tube that could fissure and lead to a fire has prompted FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) to issue a voluntary recall of some 2018 Jeep Cherokee models.

We review the 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI, a mature and fuel-economical sport compact that plasters a smile on the face of its driver without inflicting the big-ticket exotic-car sticker price.

While BMW is confirming nothing at this point, sources close to the project are saying that it’s only a matter of time before the green light is given to the development of the new X8 flagship SUV. Might we get it by 2020?

Some very poor results during testing of braking distances have contributed to Consumer Reports declining to recommend the Tesla Model 3 to consumers.

Acutely aware of the strong consumer interest in Tesla’s Model 3, Mercedes-Benz aims to produce a direct rival, and is investing 500 million euros in the modernization of its assembly plant in Hambach, France to accommodate its new model.

Renewed for 2019, the Veloster arrives with new base mechanics, more powerful than before, and with a turbo version transformed to the point of being a reference in the segment. Here are our first-drive impressions.

Italian company Aznom Automotive has taken a new RAM 1500 trucks and reworked it ever so slightly. The re-dubbed Atalux all-terrain pickup is decked with every kind of luxury feature possible and retails for $337,000 CAD.

A Jaguar through and through despite its vocation as a performance SUV, The F-PACE is in our view one of the best-handling, most-refined and most-sought-after premium mid-sized SUVs on the market today. Whichever engine option you go with, its qualities are many and impressive. Here's our review.

At the next Concours d’Elegance in Pebble Beach, a prestigious event that takes place every year in August on the 18th hole of the area’s famed golf course, the showcased banner will be iconic and iconoclastic French brand Citroën. A wonderful opportunity to see some of that company’s, and other French automakers’, beautiful creations…

Ford Motor Company has sure made a lot of headlines since announcing that it was dropping virtually all of its cars from its North American lineup. This week, Ford Canada brought a few members of the automotive press to the eastern tip of the country to discover up close its new 2018 EcoSport crossover.

This weekend in Indianapolis, a rare Ford GT will be up for auction, and Ford is crying foul. The company claims that a clause in buyer’s contracts stipulates they can not sell their GT for 24 months after purchase.

Chevrolet has just announced that it will be offering consumers two new turbo engine choices for its 2019 Silverado pickup, one of them a diesel, giving it the weapons to go to war with sworn enemy Ford.

At the next Paris auto show, taking place in September 2018, visitors will not be seeing any Volkswagen-branded vehicles. The German automaker has decided to skip the event. It says as well that its participation in all future auto shows will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

The Kona has barely even seen the light of day, but already Hyundai is mulling the possibility of creating a souped-up variant of its brand-new crossover. An eventual Kona N would benefit from a 250-hp 4-cylinder engine.

After two unsuccessful attempts, Honda shows its perseverance by re-introducing a third incarnation of the Insight. Production for the hybrid model, set to debut at dealers this summer, got underway this week at the Honda plant in Greensburg, Indiana.

After getting its official reveal at the 2018 New York International Auto Show in late March, the new 2019 Mazda CX-3 small crossover will be available at Canadian dealerships this month, and we now know the pricing and details for each of its trims.

BMW today presented a first sketch hinting at the design of its future iNext all-electric crossover, set for production by 2021. The company plans to introduce an actual concept, what it terms a Vision Vehicle, later this year.

Always looking for ways to lead the industry pack in terms of innovation, Korean automaker Hyundai is studying the possibility of one day integrating technologies related to holograms into its future vehicle models.

Forced to halt production of its F-150 pickup truck due to a major fire at the factory of an important supplier of components, Ford announced on Wednesday that its assembly line in Michigan would start up again as of Friday, with the company’s Kentucky plant to follow suit on Monday.

During Nissan’s statement on fiscal year 2017 financial results, the Japanese automaker announced that it will extend ProPILOT Assist system of semi-autonomous driving technologies to other models in its lineup, including the Qashqai model so popular here in Canada.

A Tesla Model X blows way, way past its maximum towing capacity and hauls a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner across the Tarmac at Melbourne Airport. A first for an electric passenger vehicle. Check out the video.

The 2018 Volvo S90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid represents an alliance between grand luxury and technological innovation with its long wheelbase, vast and luxurious interior and hybrid powertrain that makes it all go. Here’s our review of the Swede that’s not really a Swede…

Lexus, owner of two aging large SUVs in its lineup, the LX and the GX, is believed to be working on a new full-size luxury utility model. Last week, parent company Toyota registered the LQ name, which could well end up designating that new flagship luxury SUV.

This coming June, Audi will be officially introducing its new flagship SUV, the Q8. The German automaker has released a first teaser image that provides a good look of the back end of the new luxury utility model.

After receiving three complaints from Toyota Highlander owners that their steering wheel detached from the steering column while trying to adjust it, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an inquiry on the matter.

A problem linked to an insulation mat has led to a recall on 7,000 smart ForTwo models registered in Canada. Located in the engine compartment, the mat can deteriorate over time, which could result in some of its parts entering into contact with the engine or the exhaust system, possibly leading to a fire.

A problem that could cause a breakage of the rear suspension’s lower control arm has led FCA to issue a voluntary recall of 325,000 2004-2007 Jeep Libertys.

With the technical support of its Toyota partner, Subaru will introduce a plug-in hybrid version of its Crosstrek as of 2019. The new model, the first of its kind to be offered by Subaru, will have a range of around 30 km and will come, of course, with all-wheel drive.

We review the 2018 Nissan Qashqai, slightly smaller sibling to the ever-popular Rogue, and whose strong position in the category is being challenged by new entrants like the EcoSport and Kona but also by within its own lineup, by the new, smaller Kicks. Will it maintain its momentum?

First, Mercedes-Benz and BMW announced they would be skipping the next Detroit International Auto Show. Now Audi joins its German rivals in confirming that it will pass on the American automotive showcase, and specifies that it will evaluate each coming show on its own merits.

The 2018 Subaru Legacy gives you what you expect and love in a Subaru: all-wheel drive, good driveability, user-friendly dashboard/infotainment. It also gives you what you expect and maybe don’t love in a Subaru: soporific styling, ‘meh’ interior, middling performance capabilities. Here’s our review.

Aston Martin’s luxury division Lagonda is working on an electric SUV with a 2021 timetable. The new model will, the company claims, have a range of 600 km thanks to the use of next-generation solid-state batteries. If the finished product approaches the company’s ambitions, the new SUV will be something to behold.

The first Rolls-Royce SUV in history made its official debut (in pictures) today. The Cullinan super luxury utility model can be yours starting at $325,000 USD.

The Dodge Charger is getting some design tweaks for 2019, and this week the automaker gave us an early taste of what’s to come with a teaser image showing part of the new grille the SRT Hellcat version will sport. Looks like the beefy model is getting… beefier.

Unveiled today in Austria, the new 286-hp GTI TCR concept will be the fastest GTI on offer from Volkswagen. The company hopes to begin production of the model by the end of the year, but there are no current plans to introduce it in North America.

The pending arrival of the XT4 SUV has led Cadillac to rejig its production schedule and facilities, and the first victim of the changes is the ATS sedan, which will disappear after this year. The coupe version will survive, but other changes are likely afoot for 2020.

Following an early-May fire at a supplier’s factory, Ford is being forced to stop production of the F-150 pickup at its assembly plant in Kansas City. One source says that the plant in Dearborn, Michigan will soon be similarly affected.

During its annual shareholders’ meeting today, Audi stated that it intends to sell 800,000 electrified vehicles annually by the year 2025. Its ambitious goal is to be the industry leader for electric cars among luxury automakers.

Our first drive of the 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel reveals a kinder, gentler diesel that provides fuel economy while ably doing what it needs to: haul, tow, climb, etc. The new diesel engine is also a quieter beast as fitted under the hood in the new 2018 edition. Here’s our first-drive review.

A new video just released by Ford shows the harsh testing the revived 2019 Ford Ranger pickup is being put through in Michigan, Arizona and the Australian outback. The pickup relaunches in 2019 on the North American market. Check out the video here!

Electric vehicles may make up just one percent of all vehicles currently sold in North America, but a lot of motorists are considering getting one next time around. One in five respondents in a new AAA study said they wanted their next vehicle to be electric.

The most snake-bitten supercar? The Porsche 918 Spyder is subject to a new recall, this one concerning corrosion problems affecting the integrity of the suspension arms.

The Subaru Ascent officially went into production yesterday at the automaker’s American plant in Indiana; the large SUV figures to be a central component of the company’s plan to finish 2018 with a 10th consecutive year of growth in the USA.

Toyota is putting its money where its RAV4 is. Newly announced investments totaling $1.4 billion will go to modernizing its two plants in Ontario dedicated to production the next-generation RAV4, including its hybrid variant. The new edition is expected by late 2018.

The name Evoltis has been registered by Subaru, according to a report by Car and Driver. Perhaps not coincidentally, the company is planning to introduce a new plug-in hybrid model next year. The new model will borrow technologies already vetted in the Prius Prime from Toyota, a close partner of Subaru.

Chevrolet has announced it will give its Suburban the same RST Performance treatment as the Tahoe utility model. The Tahoe RST features the automaker’s 6.2L V8 as well as the Magnetic Ride Control suspension already found in the Cadillac Escalade.

Kia used the occasion of the Jeju electric car show to present the electric version of its new Niro VUS. The Niro EV will debut this fall in South Korea and in the subsequent weeks and months in other markets.

We review the Sport and Red Sport editions of the 2018 INFINITI Q50, an able sport sedan that may not quite rival the Germans but has its own exceptional qualities. But how many horses to choose? There’s the $4,700 question…

Check us out this coming week on Auto123.com. We’ve got the latest news and unveilings, first drives and reviews of the latest models and much more. This week, reviews of the INFINITI Q50, a Subaru sedan and the F-150 Diesel, an electric Niro and top 10 pickups for towing.

Already beset by production delays, the new 2019 RAM seems ill-fated form the start: 8 of its units were stolen directly from the secure, fenced-off parking lot at the FCA plant in Warren, Michigan, where the truck is assembled.

With the new Touarag that it will offer on the European market, Volkswagen is introducing for the first time a brand-new system that uses a thermal imaging camera able to identify people or animals at a distance of up to 130 metres (426 ft) away at night.

Three new models are on the way from Porsche in the coming years: coupe-style SUV inspired by the Cayenne, a modern version of the defunct 928 and an electrified edition of the Macan.

The Honda Accord was revamped for 2018 and has received a positive reception, yet sales have continued to decline. This is at least in part a direct consequence of the mass movement among consumers towards sport utility models.

Dodge continues to add variants and new features to its Challenger model. One thing we know the 2019 SRT Hellcat variant will get for 2019 is a hood with dual openings that harkens back to the golden age of muscle cars. These functional air ducts will have a direct influence on the engine’s performance.

We get a first drive in the new G70 sedan from Genesis and get to know a sport sedan that's highly drivable, well put-together and... affordable!

Porsche will be introducing a plug hybrid version of the Porsche Cayenne for the 2019 model-year, and the company has just provided numbers that will go with the new model: 44 km on all-electric power, 455 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque.

Canada, a natural crossover market no more? Ford Canada has confirmed that the upcoming Ford Active, one of only two car models that Ford will continue to offer in the U.S., will not be sold on the Canadian market.

17 U.S. states, including California, the largest automotive market in the country, are joining to file a lawsuit against the EPA and the Trump administration, after they announced their intention to do away with Obama-era vehicle emissions standards.

Volkswagen is currently working on a sportier coupe version of its Tiguan SUV for next year, according to French website Automobile. The new model may inherit a number of traits found in the CrossBlue Coupe that debuted five years ago in Shanghai.

Following the official announcements made in the U.S. and Canada in 2014 and 2016, respectively, the backup camera is now a required piece of equipment in all new light vehicles (under 4,536 kg) sold in North America.

In its first quarterly report of 2018, Ford explains that the future of its portfolio will involve the electrification of many of its most popular models, including the F-150, Mustang, Explorer and Escape, and even the upcoming reborn Ford Bronco.

In your family, the 2018 Volkswagen Passat TSI R-Line is the cool uncle who’s got style but knows enough not to try to dress like today’s kids, and can pull off retro without appearing to dwell in the past. Here’s our review of a smart, adult sedan that will have to fight for its life in a shrinking market segment.

While we await its replacement for the Frontier, Nissan is active elsewhere in the world in the mid-size pickup segment. The automaker has just unveiled the off-road-focused Navara AT32, designed to rival the upcoming Ford Ranger Raptor.

To help mark its 70th birthday, the official date of which was yesterday, April 30, Land Rover aired a web broadcast in which it revisited some of its storied past and introduced some of the passionate people that exemplify the Land Rover spirit.

Hyundai Canada has announced pricing for its 2018 Accent. Recognizing the important position the hatchback version occupies on our market, Hyundai will continue to offer this version here, at the same price as a similarly equipped Accent sedan.

Ford may be aligning itself with the prevailing industry winds when it comes to producing (or not) cars in North America, but Volkswagen is tacking hard the opposite way and has reiterated its commitment to producing sedans on this side of the Atlantic.