Car and Driver California Senate Bill 1392, called Leno’s Law and introduced Feb. 20, 2026, would restore emissions-test exemptions for classic cars starting with 1981 models, co-sponsored by Senators Shannon Grove and Dave Cortese.
The Federal Trade Commission has contacted 97 dealership groups about potentially illegal ads left posted after vehicle sales, citing possible violations and enforcement risks, Automotive News reports.
Hyundai will discontinue the Ioniq 6 in the U.S. after 2025 but plans to bring a limited run of the refreshed high-performance Ioniq 6 N with sleeker bodywork in 2026.
Toyota is developing the Celica Sport with all-wheel drive and a hybrid turbocharged 2.0-liter option under consideration, Gazoo Racing marketing manager Mikio Hayashi told Autocar.
Ram introduced America250 special-edition 2026 Ram 1500 Big Horn, Laramie and Rebel models featuring patriotic graphics, blacked-out trim, themed interiors, and limited production with prices starting at $61,415.
A race-prepped 1978 Ford Escort built for Ken Block’s early rear-wheel-drive stunts is listed on Bring a Trailer, boasting a 2.5L Millington engine, Rocket Bunny widebody and 333 hp.
Acura unveils the Integra 40 Racer, a race-ready homage to its IMSA-winning Integra, built by HRC US with a rebuilt D16A1 engine and competition upgrades.
Infiniti’s 2027 QX65 arrives as a two-row, coupe-like mid-size SUV based on the QX60, offering a retuned 268-hp VC-Turbo, standard AWD, and a $55,535 starting price.
Hyundai will unveil new Tucson and Elantra models in South Korea later this year, with an Extended Range Electric plug-in hybrid slated for 2027 and a mid-size pickup planned before decade’s end.
Audi previews a 2027 electric sports car with the radical Concept C, a rear-wheel-drive concept weighing 3,726 pounds and a planned dual-motor AWD production variant.