Ford CEO Jim Farley flatly refused to follow his team’s recommendation to make Lincoln an all-electric brand. In an interview with Hagerty, he stated: “The team really pushed me to have an all-electric lineup, and I refused to do it. And I’m really glad we didn’t.” Instead, Farley outlined a future for Lincoln combining combustion engines, hybrids, and range-extender electric vehicles, also mentioning a possible “affordable electric Lincoln, with an exuberant color choice and advanced interior customization.”
Today’s Automotive News
New Models and Road Tests
As the 2025 Ford Mustang GTD begins media testing, attention is also turning to other new releases. The redesigned 2026 Subaru Outback sees its price increase significantly, rising to $36,445, a $5,030 increase over the current model.
Price Hikes and Technical Innovations
The trend of rising prices is confirmed elsewhere: the 2026 Audi lineup will see its prices increase by $800 to $4,700, and the A7 line will be reduced to the RS 7 only. Despite sluggish sales, the Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast, the high-end tri-motor model, underwent a $15,000 price increase. On the innovation front, a patent filing reveals how the coach door (suicide door) system of the future electric Genesis GV90 works.
Autonomous Technology
In the field of autonomous mobility, Waymo has obtained a permit to test its self-driving taxis in New York, with a trained specialist sitting behind the wheel as a precaution.
Weekend Racing Results
The weekend was rich in motorsport competition: Ryan Blaney (Team Penske Ford) won the NASCAR Cup Series Coke Zero 400. Christian Rasmussen (Ed Carpenter Racing) scored his first career victory in the IndyCar Series. Finally, Marc Márquez (Ducati Lenovo) took first place at the MotoGP Hungarian Grand Prix.