MotorTrend Rivian will supply its midsize electric R2 SUVs to Uber’s emerging robotaxi fleet while Uber separately adopts Nvidia’s driverless software; practical hurdles like doors and charging remain.
The 2026 Lexus ES will be offered as both hybrid and battery-electric with surprising price parity, as the single-motor ES 350e starts at $48,795 and the ES 350h costs about $2,200 more.
Toyota’s Tundra-based TRD Hammer edges closer after a March trademark filing and a Tundra prototype raced the 2026 Mint 400 wearing 37-inch tires and a hybrid V‑6.
Hyundai halted sales and is recalling 2026 Palisade Limited and Calligraphy SUVs after a child fatality linked to powered second- and third-row seats; Kia stopped sales and recalled 568 Tellurides.