Julien Amado

Lotus is a name that resonates strongly with motorsport enthusiasts as well as drivers who appreciate nimble sports cars with a focus on light weight over raw power. With the Evora and the Emira that came to replace it, Lotus targets a very tiny number of customers. By adding the all-new, fully electric Eletre crossover, the small British company intends to broaden its appeal.

Mallorca, Spain—The all-new 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB exemplifies the German automaker’s revised strategy of consolidating gasoline-powered and electric models into a single lineup. The poor-selling EQB is no more, so the GLB will take over, initially focusing on the battery-equipped variant.

The Car Guide is back with its best buys for 2026. Instead of picking a top 3 like we used to do, this year we decided to use a different approach for recognizing the best vehicles. Each model featured below is considered a best buy by our team. We’ve highlighted their key strengths (fuel economy, predicted reliability, safety, driving experience, etc.) to help you determine which one best meets your needs.