Driven: 2026 Jeep Cherokee Puts Its Gains in the Powertrain
The Cherokee returns with squared-off bodywork and a hybrid under the hood.
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See the interior and exterior of the 2026 Jeep Cherokee from every angle.
Taiwan began paying people to switch to electric scooters and cars. Here’s what happened
If you’ve ever stood at a red light in Taipei, you know that when it turns green, it’s not just cars that surge forward – it’s a tidal wave of scooters. In Taiwan, scooters are a way of life, outnumbering cars by roughly two to one. That also means they represent one of the country’s biggest transportation-related pollution sources.
So Taiwan decided to do something about it: pay people to switch.
World’s first: US Air Force deploys portable nuclear power station [video]
For the first time, a US Air Force C-17 Globemaster III has airlifted a complete, 5 MW nuclear reactor from March Air Reserve Base in California to Hill Air Force Base in Utah for assembly and operation, signaling a new era of deployable energy and logistical capabilities.
New record: Nio performs 175,976 battery swaps — IN A SINGLE DAY [update]
While DC fast charging infrastructure and range anxiety dominate Western EV headlines, Nio’s battery-swap system in China reached a new milestone that proves battery swap tech can rival traditional refueling models at scale: Nio customers performed more than 165,000 battery swaps in single day.
UPDATE 22FEB2026: they beat last week’s record of 165,898 swaps.
Xos new Class 6 MDEV approaches diesel price parity at just $99,000
Offering superior performance, zero emissions, and a lower total cost of operation (TCO) than the diesel-powered alternatives is a given, but Xos’ latest electric medium duty chassis has one more trick up its sleeve: a competitive price tag.
This Xpeng Chinese EV Comes with a Deployable Personal Aircraft
The Land Aircraft Carrier is a six-wheeled EV van with a six-rotor drone in the back, set for production later this year.
Hitachi rolls out new 13 ton “dual mode” electric excavator that can run 24/7
Hitachci Construction Machinery NV is expanding its lineup of quiet, zero-emissions construction equipment offerings with a new, 13 ton battery electric excavator that can run 24/7 – and it’s just in time to wow the crowds at next month’s CONEXPO in Las Vegas!
No, a moped doesn’t always have pedals – and other inconvenient truths you may hate
There’s a surprisingly strong debate long-swirling around the term “moped.” For a word that started as a simple mashup of “motor” and “pedal,” moped has caused an outsized amount of contention. Now, with the prevalence of a new age of light electric two-wheelers, that debate has only grown.
What began as a literal description of a pedal-equipped motorbike has, over the decades, evolved into something broader – from legal definitions to common usage. That evolution hasn’t sat well with everyone. So let’s talk about what a moped was, what it became, and why insisting that language remain stuck in time might be missing the bigger picture.
The Gentleman's Ferrari: 1982 Ferrari 400i on Bring a Trailer
The very car C/D tested back in the day is now up for sale.
EV driver shares surprising, real-world data after installing solar panels
Are you wondering how much it would cost to charge up your EV if you added a home solar system to your roof? One EV owner did just that. After 14,000 miles of driving, he’s sharing his results online — and the real-world data might surprise you!
IT BEGINS: McMurtry kicks off production of $1.36 million electric fan car
McMurtry Automotive has confirmed that production of its insane, record-setting, upside-down driving all-electric Spéirling PURE fan hypercar is underway — but if you’re worried about pulling up next to yourself at a stoplight, don’t be: this one’s a limited edition.
Mack LR Electric garbage trucks help the Bronx breathe better
Royal Waster Services took delivery of its first Mack LR Electric garbage truck in December — and they’re happy enough with their big EV’s performance to have placed an order for three more, helping Bronx residents sleep in, and breathe easier.
Rare Member of the GT-R Family Is Going on Auction, Could Fetch $1M
The 1996 NISMO 400R was specially tuned road car built with Le Mans racing knowledge.
Grand Finale: '76 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible on Bring a Trailer
We thought it was the last American convertible, and really, what a way to go.
From the Archive: 1996 Audi, BMW, Volvo Wagon Comparison Test
They should have called them the Audi Aspen, the BMW Snowbird, and the Volvo Sugarbush, because that's where you'll find them.
View Photos of the 1996 European Sport Wagon Comparison Test
See the interior and exterior of the 1996 Audi A6 Quattro, BMW 525i Touring, and Volvo 850 Turbo.
Amazon grows van fleet, solar-powered semis, and BetterFleet stops by
On today’s smarter episode of Quick Charge, we’ve got CEO Daniel Hilson here to give us an in-depth look at how BetterFleet can help fleets and utilities manage their charging schedules to keep both energy costs and downtime to a minimum.
View Exterior Photos of the 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness
See the exterior of the 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness from every angle.
Honda Passport TrailSport vs. Subaru Outback Wilderness Comparison Test
These trail-focused mid-size SUVs have the off-road look and branding, but do they have the chops?