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Edmunds
3 hours ago
- Automotive
- Edmunds
2026 Mazda CX-50 Prices, Reviews, and Pictures
How does the CX-50 drive? Mazda has made a concerted effort over the years to inject a bit of driving joy into all of its products, and for the most part it works. Mazda's vehicles tend to be among the best-driving models in their classes, and the CX-50 is no different. The upgraded turbocharged engine, which is what our test CX-50 had, is powerful and helps make the CX-50 one of the quickest vehicles in its class. You're never short on power, and the transmission is good at finding the right gear at the right time. Zero-to-60 mph acceleration in our testing took 7.2 seconds. That's slower than a turbo CX-5 we tested but still decently quick for a small SUV. It handles well, too. It's no sports car, but body roll is mild and kept in check better than with most other small crossovers. You're not going to lose your lunch if your drive is particularly curvy. The quick, responsive steering helps the buttoned-down feeling, though we found it requires a bit more muscle than we'd expect for comfortable low-speed maneuvering. Driving through a winding neighborhood shouldn't be work.
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Morgan Stanley Sees Nio Guiding for Record Q3 Sales on Strong L90 Backlog
Morgan Stanley (MS, Financials) said Saturday it expects Nio (NIO, Financials) to issue record third-quarter sales guidance, backed by a strong order backlog for the new Onvo L90 SUV. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 3 Warning Signs with NIO. The bank forecasts Nio will guide for deliveries of 78,000 to 80,000 vehicles in the quarter, up 8% to 11% sequentially. Nio delivered 72,000 to 75,000 vehicles in Q2, a 72% jump from the prior quarter and 26% year over year. Revenue for Q2 is projected between 19.5 billion yuan and 20.1 billion yuan ($2.71 billion$2.80 billion), in line with the company's guidance. Morgan Stanley expects the Q3 net loss to narrow to about 5.5 billion yuan ($766 million) from 6.9 billion yuan in Q1. Nio delivered 21,017 vehicles in July, the first month of Q3. Based on that, Morgan Stanley estimates 56,983 to 58,983 deliveries for August and September combined, which would set a new monthly record but remain below the December 2024 peak of 31,138. Shares of Nio fell nearly 9% Tuesday to $4.47 after Morgan Stanley flagged concerns over L90 production and the risk of a capital raise. The stock rebounded by the end of the week, closing Friday at $4.81. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Take home this popular Honda electric SUV at a steal with this Tennessee lease deal
The summer is coming to an end, but there are still plenty of scorching-hot car deals that drivers can take advantage of. Honda's electric vehicle sales have skyrocketed in 2025, according to automotive enthusiast publication CarScoops. Those sales include the Honda Prologue, a midsize electric SUV jointly developed with General Motors. The two automotive giants came together to develop two competitive electric SUV options for consumers. Honda's model is being leased for an incredibly low monthly price in Tennessee. Lease the 2025 Honda Prologue for under $220 a month in Tennessee Nashville drivers can lease the 2025 Honda Prologue for $219 a month for 24 months with $3,699 due at signing. That works out to $8,955 for two years with the Prologue electric SUV. The deal expires on Sept. 2. You can input your zip code on Honda's official website to check for other nearby Prologue EV leasing deals. Limitations include a 10,000-mile cap for annual mileage. Additionally, the offer is dependent on drivers' credit scores and additional eligibility factors. That said, plenty of drivers will qualify for this attractive lease offer. But is the Honda Prologue actually worth looking into? or is there another reason why Honda is leasing the SUVs for such an affordable price? 2025 Honda Prologue specs and standard features The 2025 Honda Prologue starts at $47,400. It produces 220 horsepower and 243 pound-feet of torque. The midsize electric SUV has a standard driving range of 308 miles. Honda's midsize electric SUV comes standard with a long list of driver-assistance, tech, and safety features that make it both safer and more convenient to drive. Honda Prologue standard features Adaptive cruise control Blind-spot monitoring Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto 11.3-inch infotainment system Wireless phone charger The EV includes tech often reserved for luxury or upper trim level models. Additionally, it features heated front seats, lane keeping assist, and automatic emergency braking. Is the Honda Prologue a good SUV? The Prologue has been selling like hotcakes in 2025 because it's affordable (for its segment) and has balanced performance specifications. The midsize electric SUV has enough power for its size and adequate driving range to stave off range anxiety for many Americans drivers. The 2025 Prologue has a "smooth ride" and "sharp styling" according to MotorTrend. Ultimately, it's a great entry-level electric vehicle for drivers who are curious about what EV ownership could be like. A lease is a great option in case you decide that the charging process is too unpleasant for your commute and location. 2025 Honda Prologue vs. the competition When it comes to midsize electric SUVs under $50K, the Japanese EV doesn't have many competitors. It has a close rival in its American relative, the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV. Chevy's model is slightly more affordable ($44,600). It also features a much larger infotaiment system (17.7 inches). The Blazer EV offers four more miles of driving range compared to the Prologue base model. Performance specs are nearly identical since both EVs are built on the GM Ultium platform. Chevy's midsize electric SUV is the better deal for the budget conscious who value large touchscreens. This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Drive this popular Honda electric SUV with this Tennessee lease deal Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Insider
6 hours ago
- Automotive
- Business Insider
Tesla Stock (TSLA) Motors as Musk Launches Chinese Rescue Mission With New Model Y
Elon Musk is ready to take the fight once more to China with the launch of Tesla's (TSLA) new Model Y L car. Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. The EV maker, which has spluttered in the ever-competitive Chinese market this year, promised that the new vehicle was 'coming soon,' according to a report on Reuters. Tesla shares rose 0.6%. Best Seller The declaration was said to have been made on Chinese social media platform Weibo (WB) today. Tesla also shared a video of the new model, which is a six-seat version of its best-selling Model Y. Tesla, led by chief executive Musk, is hoping that the car will help refresh its line-up and help beat off rivals such as Chinese EV maker Xiaomi (XIACF) and its electric YU7 SUV. It was launched to much excitement in June. So much so that Xiaomi said it received 200,000 orders in just three minutes after launch. It is priced at around $35,000, making it 4% cheaper than Tesla's rival Model Y in China. It also boasts a top range of 835 km, leaving the Model Y with its 719 km reach way behind in its rear-view mirrors. It can also accelerate from zero to 62mph in just 3.23 seconds. China Crisis This focus on performance and price has hit Tesla hard in China. It registered an 8.4% fall in July sales of its China-made electric vehicles to 67,886 units. This marked the sixth month out of seven this year where Tesla's Shanghai shipments have seen a decline, reflecting the mounting pressure Tesla faces in the world's largest EV market. This is important given that a fifth of total Tesla revenue comes from China. It's not only the price war which has knocked Tesla off course in China and elsewhere around the globe this year. Musk's involvement with the Trump administration and his flirtation with right-wing politics has also knocked the company's brand reputation. Tesla hopes the new Model Y will help spark a renaissance. In addition, a longer-range, rear-wheel drive Model 3 is also reportedly coming to the Chinese market. Is TSLA a Good Stock to Buy Now? On TipRanks, TSLA has a Hold consensus based on 14 Buy, 15 Hold and 8 Sell ratings. Its highest price target is $500. TSLA stock's consensus price target is $307.23, implying a 7.70% downside.
Auto Blog
6 hours ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Mercedes-AMG's GT XX is a Direct Shot at BMW M's Electric Future
They share a platform and a reputation for dependability, but these two SUVs aren't clones of each other. What is the Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX? The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX is a four-door electric grand tourer concept, serving as the bold preview of AMG's first standalone EV. Built on the all-new high-performance platform is not just a styling study—it's a fully running, road-legal prototype with production potential. Powertrain & performance The GT XX packs a tri-motor setup with two rear-mounted axial‑flux motors and one front-mounted booster motor. Axial-flux motors are compact, lightweight, and incredibly efficient, roughly the size of a medium pizza box. They can be stacked in series for even more output—hence the insane numbers. Mercedes claims the AMG GT XX can produce over 1,340 hp with a top speed of up to 233 mph. Battery-wise, it will reportedly use high‑performance oil‑cooled NCMA cells with optimized heating/cooling for sustained power. The automaker also claims ultra-rapid charging at up to 850 kW, adding ~250 mi (400 km WLTP) in 5 minutes. Exterior design: Sexy with purpose It's been too long since a Mercedes-AMG four-door has felt truly sexy rather than just aggressive. The GT XX brings sensuality back while maintaining function-first aerodynamics. Coming in at 17 feet in length, it claims a stunning aerodynamic figure of Cd 0.198, achieved through wheel blades, active aero vents, and functional hood fins. Other touches that help set it apart from any other Mercedes model include integrated headlight speakers for artificial AMG sound, electroluminescent rocker sills, and a rear LED 'Fluid Light Panel' that displays charge status or messages. Interior: Futuristic, yet realistic Inside, the GT XX balances next-gen materials with production-ready tech. It uses sustainable 'LABFIBER' biotech leather & silk alternatives made from silk proteins produced by genetically modified bacteria, which are entirely biodegradable and very light. The 3D‑printed seat shells are custom-fitted via body scanning to ensure maximum comfort for every driver, while the dual hi-res digital displays boast a stripped-down, driver-focused layout for no distractions and the ultimate driving experience. Everything feels buildable today, not some far-off concept. What will it drive like? While no one outside AMG has driven it yet, the tri-motor layout suggests torque vectoring for razor-sharp handling with near-instantaneous power delivery. By delivering true AMG-style dynamics despite being fully electric, it aims to be a grand tourer that can also destroy lap times, blending luxury and extreme performance. Will it be built? Given its road-legal status and production-ready tech, it's highly likely a version of the GT XX will launch by 2026. Expect elements like the active aero, lighting, and drivetrain tech to trickle into future AMG models even sooner. Mercedes-Benz has been losing ground to BMW in EV sales, especially in the U.S, so the GT XX signals a hard reset for AMG's EV strategy, showing they're ready to outdo BMW's M EVs while also pushing the Porsche Taycan and Audi RS e-tron GT and establishing AMG as the performance EV benchmark. This car is both a halo and a warning shot. Final thoughts The Mercedes-AMG Concept GT XX is a statement of intent. With over 1,300 hp, ultra-rapid charging, and stunningly functional design, it could redefine what an electric grand tourer can be. If Mercedes-AMG can deliver on this promise, it will be the EV that resets the performance luxury market. Expect to see more AMG concepts and production models inspired by this design soon.
