G. David Felt

The 2026 Buick Electra ENCASA is a three-row luxury electric MPV built for the Chinese market, starting at $70,986. It pairs a 96 kWh battery with a 900V charging system capable of 640 kW peak output and 373 miles of range, wrapped in aviation-inspired styling with a 207-inch body and a three-row interior finished in Nappa leather.
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The 2026 Lexus ES marks a complete reinvention of the luxury sedan, launching first as a battery-electric vehicle with the ES 350e (FWD) and ES 500e (AWD) before a hybrid variant follows. The eighth-generation ES ditches the old spindle grille in favor of a pinched front surface inspired by it, pairs L-shaped LED running lights with a wraparound blade taillamp, and introduces an all-new interior built around a 14-inch touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and capacitive touch controls throughout. This gallery covers both the ES 350e Premium in blue-gray and light blue on location, and the ES 500e Luxury in sonic gray with full studio exterior and interior detail shots. Read our 2026 Lexus ES coverage

Official press photos of the 2027 Audi RS 5 High Performance Plug-in Hybrid, Audi Sport's first high-performance PHEV. The RS 5 pairs a 2.9L V6 twin-turbo with an electric motor for 630 combined HP, 177 mph top speed, and 50 miles of pure electric range. Read about the 2027 Audi RS 5 High Performance Hybrid

Official press photography of the 2027 Mercedes-Benz VLE MPV, an electric luxury minivan with 434-mile range, 409 HP 4MATIC all-wheel drive, and seating for up to eight. This 156-image gallery covers the VLE from every angle, including exterior styling, the configurable Roll & Go interior seating, the MBUX Superscreen cockpit, built-in entertainment system, and charging details. Read the full coverage: 2027 Mercedes-Benz VLE MPV: Electric Luxury Minivan With 434-Mile Range .

The 2027 Rivian R2 is a compact electric SUV available in Standard, Premium, and Performance trims, offering up to 345 miles of range and up to 656 horsepower in its most powerful configuration. This gallery showcases the R2's exterior design across multiple colors, its minimalist interior with panoramic glass roof, and adventure-ready details like the integrated 1000-lumen flashlight and vehicle-to-load 120V outlet. Starting at $45,000, the Rivian R2 brings the brand's signature blend of off-road capability and premium EV technology to a more accessible price point. Read the 2027 Rivian R2 article

The 2027 Toyota Highlander EV marks Toyota's bold leap into the all-electric three-row SUV segment, featuring a sleek redesign with full-width LED lighting, flush door handles, and a panoramic glass roof. Inside, the Highlander EV offers a premium white leather interior with a large touchscreen infotainment system, digital instrument cluster, and versatile three-row seating with generous cargo space. This gallery showcases the electric SUV from every angle, including exterior styling details, charging capability, and interior appointments. Read the 2027 Toyota Highlander EV article

The 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class flagship luxury sedan features next-generation MBUX Superscreen technology, Digital Light headlights with 25,000 micro-LEDs, and an available 576-horsepower M 177 EVO V8 engine. This gallery includes exterior views, interior details showcasing the quilted leather cabin with blue ambient lighting, and detailed infographics covering the 27-sensor AI driving suite, engine options, and advanced safety systems. Read the 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class article