Looking at its current lineup, it’s hard to believe Kia was once a byword for cheapness. In fact, the only nameplate remaining from those bad old days is the Kia Sportage. Since its launch in 1993, the Sportage has evolved from a curiosity to a true mainstream crossover SUV. But it was still missing something....

Toyota may have been a pioneer with hybrids, but Japan’s largest automaker has been slower to adopt electric vehicles. Now, with forecasts of stricter emissions standards in places like California and Europe, and many rivals launching their own EVs, Toyota is finally seeing the writing on the wall....

When it hits showrooms later this year, the redesigned 2015 Ford Mustang will have plenty of rivals. From Detroit pony cars like the Chevrolet Camaro to muscle cars like Dodge Challenger to more effete German sport coupes, everyone’s got the Mustang’s number....

Andrew Hard/Digital TrendsIt’s getting harder to find manual transmissions, especially in luxury cars with all-wheel drive.The 2017 Audi A4 Quattro is the last luxury AWD sedan with an available six-speed manual shifter,according to Audi....

Julian McMahon is not physically limping, but he has taken to backing out of the next season of CBS crime drama, FBI: Most Wanted. Why is he limping away from his role as Jess? Julian will be replaced in the upcoming episodes after March 8 by Dylan McDermott. Some fans have said they will no…...