Americas

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 29, 2026 – Audi says its 2026 A5 and Q5 are getting meaningful tech and usability updates designed to make everyday driving feel more intuitive and a little more special. The changes focus on what drivers touch and use most: a redesigned MMI interface across the vehicle’s displays, an updated multifunction steering wheel with the scroll wheel returning, expanded driver assistance and parking support, and a new optional integrated dashcam. For shoppers who like a modern cabin and want fewer distractions behind the wheel, this is one of those “you’ll notice it every day” model-year refreshes. Audi also adds scheduled maintenance coverage for the first three years or 30,000 miles, whichever comes first.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 22, 2026 – Kia says it’s starting 2026 with a major value-focused win: U.S. News & World Report has named seven Kia models “Best Cars for the Money” award winners for 2026. The list spans everything from an all-electric three-row SUV to hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and a compact car, which matters because it signals Kia isn’t just competing in one niche—it’s trying to cover the full “smart buy” garage. For shoppers, this kind of sweep is useful shorthand: if you’re comparing monthly payments and long-term costs, these awards are designed to point you toward models that balance features with ownership expenses.

The Seven Kia Models That Won for 2026

Kia reports these winners in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Cars for the Money Awards:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 22, 2026 – Kia has officially pulled the curtain back on the 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback in Los Angeles, positioning it as the more versatile sibling to the K4 sedan with a sporty, city-friendly footprint and real-world practicality. It’s arriving in showrooms this month in EX, GT-Line, and GT-Line Turbo trims, with pricing starting at $24,990 and stretching to $28,890 depending on the trim. For drivers who want something that feels nimble in traffic but still roomy for friends, bags, and weekend plans, this hatchback is clearly aiming to be that “one car that does everything” without feeling boring.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 22, 2026 – Kia has now put a clear price tag on its all-new 2027 Telluride (gas-only/ICE) three-row SUV, starting at $39,190 MSRP for the LX FWD, and that single number will matter to a lot of real households planning a big purchase in 2026. The company says the new Telluride brings more power via a standard turbocharged engine, more interior room than the outgoing model, and a more rugged X-Pro trim aimed at getaways that go beyond paved roads. If you’ve been waiting to see whether the next Telluride would stay in “reachable” territory, this pricing announcement is the practical signal that shopping season is officially starting.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 22, 2026 – Mercedes-Benz has announced a new collaboration with Sony Pictures Animation’s upcoming theatrical release “GOAT,” an original action-comedy scheduled to hit theaters globally in February 2026. The film is set in an all-animal world and follows Will, a young goat chasing an outsized dream: becoming a roar ball pro. For everyday moviegoers, this partnership is less about corporate logos and more about a familiar feeling—seeing ambition, imagination, and modern mobility stitched into the same story at the exact moment families start planning their next cinema night.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 9, 2026 – BMW says it will expand the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant in 2026 using Amazon’s AI Alexa+ architecture, aiming to make in-car voice conversations feel more natural and useful—especially when you’re driving and don’t want to tap through menus. The upgraded assistant is set to debut in the new BMW iX3 and is planned to be available in Germany and the U.S. at market launch in 2026, with a public presentation planned at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. For drivers, the big promise is simple: fewer rigid commands, more normal conversation, and an assistant that can help with both vehicle functions and general knowledge in one flow.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 9, 2026 – Mexico City is about to get loud again, with Round 2 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship set for Saturday, January 10, on a shortened version of the famous Hermanos Rodríguez circuit. DS Automobiles and PENSKE AUTOSPORT arrive aiming to run near the front, with Maximilian Günther and Taylor Barnard driving the DS E-TENSE FE25 developed by DS Performance. For fans, this weekend matters because it’s one of those early-season races where momentum starts to feel real—especially when the grandstands are packed and every team wants to prove their pace isn’t just a one-off.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 6, 2026 – Sebring Resorts, a motorsports-inspired luxury community in Sebring, Florida, says sales momentum is building fast: the developer reports nine motor garage closings in recent weeks and adds that 50% of its phase one luxury townhomes are now under contract. Located minutes from Sebring International Raceway and Sebring Regional Airport, the project is pitching a very specific lifestyle—part travel base, part collector’s haven, part resort getaway—built around secure storage, track-adjacent convenience, and year-round amenities. For buyers who want their “toys” protected during storm season without giving up comfort, this is the kind of niche community that feels designed for real-life priorities, not just glossy brochures.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 6, 2026 – Operation Healing Forces says it has been named the beneficiary of the Johnson's Horsepowered Garage Collection, a no-reserve group of custom vehicles set to be sold during Mecum Kissimmee 2026 in Florida. The announcement ties classic-car craftsmanship to a clear purpose: proceeds from the collection are intended to directly support programs serving America’s Special Operations Forces community. For collectors, it’s a chance to bid on distinctive builds; for supporters, it’s a high-visibility way to turn a passion-driven event into meaningful help for service members, veterans, and families.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – January 6, 2026 – TGL Presented by SoFi has officially opened its second season, and it didn’t ease into 2026 quietly. The league launched on December 28 with a headline rematch between Atlanta Drive GC and New York Golf Club, bringing back the two inaugural finalists for an instant “round one” moment. Atlanta Drive GC won the opener in a tight matchup, setting an early tone for a season built around pace, personality, and technology-driven golf. For sports fans who love competition but don’t always have time for four-hour broadcasts, TGL’s faster format is designed to make prime-time golf feel more like an event you can follow live.