Auburn Hills, Mich. – – September 16, 2026 -- Jeep has unveiled the 2027 Wrangler JL-2A, a special edition that pays tribute to the Willys CJ-2A, the first Jeep vehicle built specifically for civilian buyers in 1945. The model is the 11th release in the brand's yearlong Twelve 4 Twelve series and will be available to order in October.

Built on the Wrangler Rubicon platform, the JL-2A adds a package priced at an MSRP of $4,995, just $115 more than a similarly equipped Rubicon.

Turin, Italy – September 16, 2026 -- GAC's AION UT electric SUV has won Best Exterior Design at the 2026 Torino Automotive Design Award, presented during Salone Auto Torino 2026.

Jury praises clean lines over flashy styling

The TADA jury cited the AION UT's "clean, cohesive design and distinctive personality," pointing to its balanced proportions, smooth surfaces and a spacious cabin as evidence of overall design quality without relying on excessive decoration.

Irving, Texas – September 16, 2026 -- Bike.com has launched its website with a giveaway offering readers a chance to win a Denago City 1 Step-Thru eBike, valued at $1,299.

The winner will be announced on September 18 at 11:00 AM CDT

Bike.com, a new media company and online marketplace focused on eBikes, is marking its official launch with the contest. Entrants can subscribe to Bike.com's newsletter for a base entry, with additional entries available by following the company on social media.

Shenzhen – September 15, 2026 -- AKEEYO Global has launched the XPRO, a 4K dash cam built exclusively for the Toyota RAV4 that replaces the plastic housing behind the rearview mirror instead of sticking to the windshield. The camera is now available in North America at akeeyo.com for $289.

New Rochelle, N.Y. – September 15, 2026 -- Car shoppers deciding between a certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle and a standard used model face a real cost trade-off tied directly to inspection depth and warranty coverage, according to a HelloNation feature citing John Pomponio, an Automotive Expert at Acura of Westchester.

Vacaville, Calif. – September 15, 2026 -- Ammaar's Toyota Vacaville now has the 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser on its lot, giving Northern California shoppers access to a hybrid SUV rated for 326 net combined horsepower, 465 lb.-ft. of torque and 6,000 pounds of towing capacity.

Hangzhou – September 15, 2026 -- ZEEKR delivered more than 10,000 shooting brake electric vehicles worldwide in August, marking the third straight month the Chinese automaker has cleared five-digit monthly sales in the segment.

Cumulative global sales of ZEEKR's shooting brake lineup have now topped 400,000 units, giving the brand roughly 70% of the entire global shooting brake market and cementing its position as the category's top seller.

San Francisco – September 14, 2026 -- The California Highway Patrol, working with Caltrans and the Bay Area Toll Authority, is stepping up enforcement this month on the westbound bus/carpool lane bypassing the toll plaza on the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge.

Irvine, Calif. – September 13, 2026 -- The 2027 Karma Gyesera Grand Coupe has been named 2027 Luxury Green Car of the Year by the Green Car Awards, months ahead of its December dealership debut.

Germany – September 13, 2026 -- Drivers across Germany are paying significantly more for fuel this week, with the ADAC's latest weekly survey showing Super E10 up 7.6 cents per liter to a national average of 2.259 euros. Diesel climbed even faster, rising nearly 9 cents to 2.321 euros per liter.