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Those who thought Mercedes would call it a day with electric vehicles following the launch of EQC SUV were wrong. The all-new 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQA is the German luxury automakers second all-electric model that targets buyers considering the Tesla Model Y. For now, the EQA is an overseas model only but Mercedes hasnt ruled out bringing it to North America. Its likely only a matter of time because the EQA has a lot going for it, from its slick exterior and interior styling, through connectivity...

Following the reveals of the refreshed Bentley Bentayga V8 and Bentayga Speed, the more efficient and green-friendly variant is now in the spotlight. Meet the 2021 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid, the only electrified ultra-luxury SUV on the planet (for now). Like the two aforementioned Bentaygas, the Bentayga Hybrid features updated exterior styling more in keeping with the rest of the lineup and numerous interior improvements. Bentley also points out the SUV is now quieter and offers a more refined d...

Every now and then a new car comes along that challenges the status quo. Oftentimes its a hypercar, a segment only the worlds finest brands like Bugatti, Koenigsegg, and Ferrari compete in. But right here in America, theres Hennessey Performance. The Texas-based tuner previously gave us the Venom GT a few years back and now its much-anticipated successor has arrived. The Hennessey Venom F5 is the worlds most powerful road car with performance capabilities that might seem mind-boggling at first....

When it comes to rugged body-on-frame, V8 powered SUVs, the Nissan Armada is still fighting the good fight. For 2021, the big three-row crossover has been given an update to bring it into modernity. It starts with a bump in power in power for the 5.6-liter Endurance V8 to 400 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque, enabling Nissan to claim best-in-class standard power outputs against competitor models like the Chevy Tahoe and GMC Yukon. The extra muscle also comes with increased towing capacity, an...

The all-new 2022 Genesis GV70 luxury compact crossover has officially debuted with full details following a light reveal in October. Compared to the larger GV80, the GV70 has a sportier appearance and attitude inspired by the South Korean brands "Athletic Elegance" design philosophy. The GV70s goal is simple: lure away BMW X3 and Audi Q5 customers and bring in first-time luxury buyers. Genesis, like Hyundai and Kia, has become known for offering more for less while also pushing bold exterior st...