Cars

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 10, 2025 – Kia’s all-new Seltos has just made its global debut – and this second-generation subcompact SUV is clearly designed for people who want to feel like the main character, whether they’re commuting, weekending, or heading off on a long road trip.

A Small SUV That Thinks Like a Big One

The new Kia Seltos arrives as a bold evolution of one of Kia’s most successful global models. It has been re-engineered to feel more confident on the road and more intuitive to live with every day, blending authentic SUV presence with clever packaging and tech that actually makes daily life easier.

Kia calls the launch theme “The Protagonist,” and it fits: the Seltos is positioned as the car for people writing their own story – from young professionals who bounce between city streets and spontaneous getaways, to small families who want practicality without sacrificing style.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 10, 2025 – In a world where city life feels permanently set to fast-forward, the LEPAS L8 Exquisite Space leans hard in the opposite direction, transforming the car interior into a calming emotional sanctuary where Elegant Life means breathing out, slowing down and genuinely enjoying the moment.

A Private Cinema on Wheels for Your “Me-Time”

The idea behind the LEPAS L8 Exquisite Space is simple and very 2025: your car shouldn’t just move you from A to B, it should move your mood too. With a few small rituals, the cabin becomes your own private cinema and cocoon. Recline the front seats fully backward, connect the projector ecosystem accessories and sync with the in-car entertainment system, and suddenly the outside world fades.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 10, 2025 – Alfa Romeo is reshaping its global brand narrative with the appointment of Eugenio Franzetti as its new Responsible for Marketing, bringing a blend of motorsport passion, premium-brand expertise and bold communication style that promises to resonate deeply with car lovers around the world.

A new storyteller for an iconic Italian brand

For fans, Alfa Romeo is more than a badge – it’s an emotional mix of passion, performance and unmistakable Italian flair. With Eugenio Franzetti stepping into the marketing lead role, the brand is clearly doubling down on that identity. Reporting directly to Alfa Romeo CEO and Maserati COO Santo Ficili, he takes over from Cristiano Fiorio, who moves to Maserati to lead Marketing while continuing his role as General Manager of BOTTEGAFUORISERIE.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 8, 2025 – Mercedes-Benz is giving fans a first real peek at the all-new GLB ahead of its world premiere on December 8, 2025, and the message is clear: this compact SUV wants to feel like a warm, confident refuge even when winter is at its worst. Before it steps into the spotlight, engineers are pushing the new GLB through intense cold-weather testing at the Mercedes Technology Center in Sindelfingen, using high-tech climatic wind tunnels that can mimic deep-freeze temperatures and brutal blizzard conditions.

Winter Confidence Starts with Realistic Extremes

Cold weather can expose weaknesses quickly—traction, visibility, cabin comfort, even small things like air inlets and wiper performance. That’s why Mercedes-Benz is running the all-new GLB through controlled tests that simulate conditions as low as -40 degrees Fahrenheit, plus high-speed snowstorms where flakes can hit the vehicle at up to 124 mph.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 5, 2025 – When Akio Toyoda says his dream is for people to say “cars are our culture,” he’s not just talking about Japan – he’s talking about the shared, emotional bond drivers feel around the world. That’s why his recent Lifetime Achievement Golden Steering Wheel award in Berlin is more than a trophy; it’s a moment where German car culture tipped its hat to a Japanese “car guy” who lives and breathes motorsport, road cars and the joy of driving.

What makes the Golden Steering Wheel such a big deal?

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 5, 2025 – Parallel parking in a tight space, creeping through city traffic, dealing with surprise roadworks – for most drivers, these are the moments that make journeys stressful. At the Hi-Drive Final Event in Brussels, Stellantis gave a glimpse of a future where much of that strain is handled by next-generation automated driving tech, showing how cars could soon help us navigate complex real-world conditions more calmly and safely.

A European “flagship” project for smarter, calmer mobility

Hi-Drive is Europe’s flagship project dedicated to advancing vehicle automation and making higher levels of automated driving work not just in perfect test conditions, but in messy, everyday environments. Think crowded city centers, multi-lane ring roads, changing weather and unpredictable traffic.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 5, 2025 – For many people with upper limb disabilities, driving isn’t just about getting from A to B – it’s about freedom, dignity and the ability to decide your own day. To mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Stellantis has unveiled the Alfa Romeo Tonale for All, a specially engineered version of the stylish SUV designed in Italy to put that independence firmly within reach.

A premium SUV reimagined for different abilities

Tonale for All takes all the character of a modern Alfa Romeo – design flair, comfort and technology – and layers in thoughtful adaptations you don’t see at first glance. Instead of feeling like an “afterthought conversion,” the changes are integrated into the car with the same level of care as its original interior.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 5, 2025 – Turin is stepping firmly into a new era of Italian mobility as production of the new Fiat 500 Hybrid gets underway at the historic Mirafiori plant, paired with an ambitious redesign of the site’s iconic Office Building. Together, the two projects celebrate the city’s deep automotive roots while pointing clearly toward a more sustainable, people-focused future.

A new Fiat 500 Hybrid, born in Turin

Production of the Fiat 500 Hybrid started in mid-November at Mirafiori, with more than 6,000 units planned by the end of 2025 and first customer deliveries set for January 2026. Orders opened on November 21, and Italian drivers will be able to see the car up close during the first “Open Days” at dealerships across the country this coming weekend.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 5, 2025 – European car buyers are in the middle of a major shift, with online research, multi-brand showrooms and tech-packed vehicles changing what they expect from every visit to a dealership. Stellantis is putting fresh energy behind that transformation by appointing seasoned automotive executive Luca Napolitano as Head of Stellantis &You Sales and Services, its strategic distribution arm across Europe.

A people-focused leader for a 10,000-strong retail network

Based out of Amsterdam, Stellantis &You is the in-house retail powerhouse behind 10 Stellantis brands across 10 European countries. With more than 10,000 employees and 37 Distrigo hubs under its umbrella, it connects iconic badges like Peugeot, Citroën, FIAT, Opel, Jeep® and others directly with drivers for both sales and aftersales support.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 2, 2025 – For drivers who love the feel of wind-in-your-hair motoring and classic roadster proportions, the BMW Z4 Final Edition is both a celebration and a goodbye. This very limited Z4 M40i sends off BMW’s two-seat roadster with bold design details, serious performance and a specification that feels carefully curated rather than simply optioned.

A farewell chapter for BMW’s open-top icon

Since its debut in 2002, the Z4 has carried forward BMW’s long tradition of two-seat, open-top sports cars, following legendary models like the BMW 328, 507 and Z8. With its long hood, short rear deck and low seating position, it has always been about that direct connection between driver, road and sky.