At CES 2026, the automotive presence declined further despite past enthusiasm. Only BMW and Hyundai made significant showings. Key themes included a renewed focus on autonomous driving and innovations like Lucid’s Gravity Robotaxi. Emerging brands like Afeela and Geely showcased new technologies, while solid-state batteries gained attention, though skepticism remains. Continue reading Car Tech Highlights from CES 2026: Trends and Insights
Fourteen journalists gathered in Petaluma, California, for the “Best of the Bay” event hosted by the Western Automotive Journalists. They evaluated 14 new vehicles from 10 manufacturers across three price categories. The Jeep Wagoneer S, Subaru Solterra, Honda Passport TrailSport, Dodge Charger Daytona and KIA EV6 won top honors, highlighting the significance of direct vehicle comparisons. Continue reading Driving the Competition: “Best of the Bay” puts 14 new vehicles to the test
Lucid Motors delivered 10,241 vehicles in 2024, marking its best performance amid concerns about sales expectations. Plans to sell 90,000 sedans annually seem unrealistic, partly due to limited marketing and lofty pricing. The 2025 Lucid Air Grand Touring boasts impressive specs, but design flaws and visibility issues impact its usability. The recent launch of the Gravity SUV and a new marketing campaign with Timothée Chalamet may enhance sales. Continue reading Lucid Air Grand Touring: A premier electric sedan contender
The 2024 LA Auto Show marked a revival after years of setbacks, focusing on public engagement and interactive experiences. While some automakers returned enthusiastically with electric vehicles, others provided hands-on experiences. New management adopted innovative strategies to enhance media coverage, indicating a potential positive shift for the future of auto shows. Continue reading 2024 LA Auto Show Rebounds
The 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show kicked off the auto show season with a smaller turnout, mainly lacking European automakers. Highlights included Genesis unveiling the GV80 SUV and Coupe, Honda teasing a hybrid Prelude concept, Kia introducing EV3 and EV4 concepts, Lucid debuting the Gravity SUV, and Subaru revealing the 2025 Forester. Continue reading LA Auto Show: Downsized but Big on New Car Buzz
