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Nissan adds Leaf Plus models for 2019, extending battery range up to 215 miles

By G. CHAMBERS WILLIAMS III Nissan redesigned the groundbreaking Leaf all-electric hatchback just last year for its second generation, which included extending the driving range on a single charge to

Ford updates Edge midsize crossover for 2019, adds ST performance model

By EMMA JAYNE WILLIAMS Ford introduced the five-passenger Edge midsize crossover in 2012 and upgraded to the second generation in 2015. For 2019, the Edge has a new look and lots of new standard

Hyundai’s Kona small crossover has room for five; prices start at $19,990

By G. CHAMBERS WILLIAMS III Named after the Kona Coast on the Big Island of Hawaii, the all-new Hyundai Kona arrived just last year, yet another new entry in a fast-growing field. The Kona is now the

Volkswagen once again axes the Beetle; special Final Edition models available

By EMMA JAYNE WILLIAMS For the second time, Volkswagen has announced the retirement of the iconic Beetle, as of July 2019. The original Beetle was introduced in the United States in 1949, retired in

Honda’s 2019 Insight hybrid sedan goes mainstream with Civic roots

By G. CHAMBERS WILLIAMS III Honda returned the hybrid Insight nameplate to its U.S. vehicle lineup for 2019, but this third-generation version looks nothing like either of its predecessors. In fact,

Kia rolls out the all-new 2020 Telluride, a big family crossover starting at $31,690

By EMMA JAYNE WILLIAMS Kia has a brand-new midsize crossover for 2020, its biggest and boldest ever with an exciting view of the world and remarkable capacity for exploration and adventure. The

Chevy Traverse large crossover has room for up to eight; 2019 prices start at $29,930

By G. CHAMBERS WILLIAMS III The Traverse, Chevrolet’s eight-passenger crossover, entered its second generation just last year with a bold restyling that made an already great vehicle even better. It

Ram introduces the next generation of its Heavy Duty pickups for 2019

By EMMA JAYNE WILLIAMS As the most-powerful, most-capable pickup in the segment, the new Ram Heavy Duty also sets standard for technology, innovation, luxury, materials, and ride and handling. The