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Lexus IS Stays Alive with a Limited Envious Green 2027 Edition
Lexus confirms a 2027 IS with a 350-unit Special Appearance Package in Envious Green, pairing unique visuals (green stitching, black 19-inch BBS wheels) with the IS 350 F Sport’s 311-hp 3.5L V6 and its handling/tech options; the edition will be North America–limited. The standard IS 350 F Sport remains the lineup, available in RWD with an 8-speed auto or AWD with a 6-speed auto. Through 1H 2026, Lexus sold 14,071 IS units in the U.S. (up 42% YoY), while BMW sold 18,731 3 Series in NA, underscoring continued demand for the aging‑generation model despite others in its class being discontinued or rumored to be.
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Range Rover Electric Debuts with 333-Mmile EPA Range and Off-Road Attitude
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Fathom’s 4.5s Goal Could Outpace Classic Speed Demons
Ford’s target of a 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds for the Fathom electric pickup would beat several classic high-performance cars listed by Jalopnik as slower: the 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Coupe (4.9s), the E39 BMW M5 (4.8s), the 2013 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 Convertible (4.8s; auto; manual can hit 4.5s), the 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (4.7s), and the 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP (4.6s). The piece positions the Fathom as quicker than these well-known performers if the 4.5-second target holds.
Porsche's Alpine-Trimmed 911 GT3 Bergsport Is Europe-Only, America Left Out
Porsche’s 911 GT3 Bergsport is a 100-car Alpine-themed edition from Exclusiv Manufaktur limited to Austria, France, Italy and Switzerland, featuring Valleygreenmetallic paint, forged aluminum wheels, a 90-liter fuel tank, front-axle lift, carbon-fiber bucket seats and alpine badges; it debuts at the Arosa hill climb. Pricing isn’t listed, but the base Touring starts around €211,200, and American buyers can’t buy Bergsport (though Exclusiv Manufaktur could recreate a version).
Range Rover Electric Debuts With 542-HP Power And Serious Off-Road Cred
After long delays, Jaguar Land Rover unveils the Range Rover Electric, a high‑end EV SUV delivering up to 542 hp and 850 Nm from dual motors, a 118.5 kWh 800‑V battery with 10–80% in 22 minutes, and an official WLTP range up to 372 miles (roughly 333 miles in real-world tests). It accelerates to 60 mph in about 4.3 seconds and sports advanced off‑roading tech, including 900 mm wading and rapid traction management. Prices run steep: UK Autobiography from £154,070 and SV Black long‑wheelbase at £225,240; US buyers can get a base SE from about $138,000 (plus delivery), with higher Ultra models priced on application. JLR backs the model with an eight‑year/100,000‑mile warranty after extensive testing, and a Range Rover GT all‑electric variant is teased for later on the EMA platform.
Inside the 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet: Practical Comfort Meets Digital Cockpit
Car and Driver’s interior photo tour finds the 2026 911 Turbo S Cabriolet to have a practical, familiar cabin with roomy rear seats and excellent front-seat comfort. While it lacks analog gauges in favor of a digital cockpit (which some fans may not love aging with time), the interior remains purposefully laid out. A quick front-end lift helps with practical use, and the car tops out near 200 mph, though a manual transmission remains available only in the lighter 911 T Cabriolet, not the Turbo S.
Porsche Unveils Alpine-Themed 911 GT3 Bergsport—Europe-Only 100-Unit Edition
Porsche unveils the 911 GT3 Bergsport, a 100-unit Alpine-inspired edition based on the GT3 Touring with the Lightweight Package and a six-speed manual; it features Valleygreenmetallic paint and Valleygreen leather, adds a front-axle lift, and is sold only in Austria, France, Italy and Switzerland, with deliveries starting winter 2027/2028 and no US allocation.
Lexus NX Gets RX-Style Face and ES-Inspired Cabin in Mid-Cycle Refresh
Lexus is teasing a mid-cycle refresh for the NX ahead of its September 1 debut, with a mild exterior update featuring an RX-style grille and new headlights, plus an interior overhaul that brings in an ES-inspired steering wheel and redesigned climate controls. The NX sits on the TNGA-K platform and continues with turbo, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid options, maintaining its position as Lexus’s second-best-seller behind the RX as more details surface at the reveal.
Lexus NX Facelift Teased With RX-Inspired Grille and ES-Inspired Interior
Lexus previews a mid-cycle NX refresh that introduces an RX-inspired spindle grille, sportier bumper intakes, updated DRLs, dark wheels and a green paint option, plus an ES-derived steering wheel and a cleaner cockpit with a large central touchscreen. The change, focused on styling and interior updates rather than drivetrain changes, keeps the NX on par with its RX/ES siblings. Full reveal is set for September 1 in Japan; pricing and trims will determine its impact.
NHTSA recalls 844,000 Chrysler, Jeep, and Ram models over rearview camera display flaw
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced a recall of more than 844,000 2026–2027 model-year Chrysler, Jeep, and Ram vehicles due to rearview camera image display failures, which could increase crash risk. Software updates will be required at a dealership or via over-the-air update; owners will be notified by letter, and can contact Chrysler at 800-853-1403. Recall number 78D.
Hybrid-First Turn for Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Marks 2027 Update in Japan
Toyota’s 2027 Land Cruiser 300 in Japan switches from a gas V6 to a high‑output hybrid (i‑Force Max) delivering 457 hp, while a 3.3L twin‑turbo diesel remains available. The hybrid arrives on ZX and GR Sport trims with updated tech and styling; a new GX Diesel joins the lineup as the entry. Japanese pricing leaks place GX Diesel from ¥6,300,800, GR Sport Diesel up to ¥9,150,900, HEV ZX at about ¥9,801,000, and HEV GR Sport starting around ¥10,200,300, with the diesel ZIP and other markets receiving similar updates earlier in the year.
Toyota 4Runner Clinches CR’s Off-Road SUV Crown, Bronco and Wrangler Close Behind
Consumer Reports ranked three popular mainstream off-road SUVs—Toyota 4Runner, Ford Bronco, and Jeep Wrangler—based on predicted reliability, owner satisfaction, and road-test performance. The 2026 4Runner topped the list, aided by its strong predicted reliability and new powertrains (2.4L turbo or hybrid) despite a higher base price. The 2026 Bronco earned second for versatile engine options and strong daily usability, with a starting price around $40k. The 2026 Wrangler finished third, praised for off-road capability but hampered by an aging platform and reliability concerns, with starting prices near $38k. CR notes full scoring isn’t published publicly, but the ranking reflects overall quality across the evaluated criteria.