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Volkswagen ID 3 GTI Is A Rear-Wheel-Drive EV With Golf R Power, And Don't Worry, It's Got Plaid Seats

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:54:25 +0000

Based on the facelifted ID 3 Neo, the new GTI model has 322 horsepower and will go from zero to 62 mph in 5.6 seconds.

Kia's New PV7 Electric Van Is 2 Feet Longer Than The PV5 And Looks Even Cooler

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:55:49 +0000

The PV7 will offer 23 different configurations including cargo and passenger variants, two roof heights and two different wheelbases.

Which One Of You Wahoos Is Going To Spend $9,000 On This 1992 Geo Storm Shooting Brake?

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:22:55 +0000

The Geo Storm is already a bit of an automotive oddball, so seeing one that's in such impeccable condition is a rarity, to say the least.

Mini 1998 GT Edition Gets JCW Brakes And Looks, But It Has Nothing To Do With The '90s

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:35:59 +0000

The 1998 GT is named after the displacement of its base-model engine, and though it looks pretty cool, it's quite pricey.

The Ford Fathom Platform May Underpin A Fiesta-Sized Hatchback

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:25:00 +0000

Ford's new EV platform is meant to host a whole family of vehicles in multiple body styles. That includes the Fathom truck - and maybe a tiny hatchback, too.

These 5 Modern Cars Have Retro Designs Inspired By '70s Icons

staff@jalopnik.com (Marko Mikulic) — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:05:00 +0000

These modern cars prove you don't need to own a vintage model to enjoy its unmistakable character, with familiar 70s styling details brought into the present.

At $11,000, Is This 1986 Volvo 240 DL Wagon A Bargain Basement Brick?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Stately, in an understated Swedish way, but is this well-maintained 240 wagon still too expensive?

2027 Kia EV3 Starts At Just $31,385, And The Model With 321 Miles Of Range Is $36,485

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:10:52 +0000

The base Light has a smaller battery and 221 miles of range, while AWD models including the 288-hp GT will do 280 miles.

Chevy Express Van Finally Joins 2005, Gets Bluetooth Audio And A Touchscreen Radio

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:03:37 +0000

Chevrolet did offer a touchscreen in the Express in 2019, but it was removed from the options list after a single model year.

Here's How Much A 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Has Depreciated In 5 Years

staff@jalopnik.com (Dave Goldberg) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:25:00 +0000

The 2021 Pacifica Hybrid is not without its problems, but with no rival minivan PHEVs on the market, has it retained its value? Let's look at the numbers.

8-Year-Old Mazda 3 Sales Soaring Along With Gas Prices

staff@jalopnik.com (Chris Tsui) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Mazda 3 sedan sales are up 91.8% year-over-year whereas the slightly more expensive hatchback grew 77.4%.

$65k Toyota GRMN Corolla Costs Almost As Much As The Final Edition Supra

staff@jalopnik.com (Nico DeMattia) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:58:36 +0000

Only 730 of the Nürburgring-tuned GRMN Corolla will be built worldwide, and in the U.S. it'll start at $65,665.

Do You Want Versailles On Wheels? I Have The Ram ProMaster For You

staff@jalopnik.com (Amber DaSilva) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:05:00 +0000

if you're a nomadic nudist with dreams of French aristocracy and vanlife then boy do I have the $33,000 motor vehicle for you.

Faraday Future Is Somehow Still Alive And Testing The FX Super One, And I'm Scared

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:30:30 +0000

I think I'm being stalked by this definitely real rebadged Chinese van.

How To DIY A Van, Minivan, SUV, Or Even A Hatchback Into A Camper On A Budget

staff@jalopnik.com (Chloe Clougher) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:25:00 +0000

You don't need a six-figure Sprinter build to explore the outdoors. With a few smart upgrades, even an everyday car can become a capable camper.

I'm Almost 40, And I'm Lexus CT 200h F Sport Curious

staff@jalopnik.com (Brad Brownell) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:05:00 +0000

Fast? No. Handsome? Debatable. But if you want Prius-style efficiency with a more luxurious cabin, Lexus' CT might be the perfect midlife crisis.

The 'Coolest Thing Made In Alabama' Is Officially A Honda Odyssey Race Car

staff@jalopnik.com (Justin Hughes) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Making a minivan into a race car probably isn't the first choice for most enthusiasts, but that doesn't stop this track-ready Honda from being the coolest.

9 Vintage Vans That Secretly Want To Be Cartoon Stars

staff@jalopnik.com (Ivo Gievski) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:45:00 +0000

A few vintage vans had designs that made them seem cute or quirky. You could say that these particular models would fit perfectly as cartoon characters.

Ranking All 5 Current Production Minivans According To Which One Is Fastest

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:05:00 +0000

There are only five bona fide minivans on sale in 2026, and yet each offers surprising performance for the segment. Here's how they stack up.

2028 Mercedes-Benz VLE Is The Most Exciting New Luxury Car In Ages

staff@jalopnik.com (Daniel Golson) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:27:05 +0000

Don't call it a minivan - Mercedes says its new VLE is a "grand limousine," and it'll actually come to the U.S. alongside even fancier VLS and Maybach models.