Rick Arnett

By Rick Arnett I, along with other sport sedan aficionados, are concerned about the increasing concentration of SUVs at the expense of quick, athletic four-door options. Yes, I get that SUVs are easier to enter and exit, but c’mon, give us sport sedan fans something to choose from. Lexus is primarily known for premium, luxurious, and reliable daily drivers.

The Mercedes-Benz brand immediately conjures thoughts of exquisite style, performance, luxury and status. Such descriptions are well deserved but, they also bring the constant pressure to continue delivering excellence. Thankfully, the mid-cycle refreshed 2026 GLE 350 4MATIC SUV answers challenge as another worthy people/cargo hauler. It’s another award-winning hit from Mercedes-Benz to woo a picky, well-heeled customer base in a formidable upscale market.

Let’s face it; electric-powered vehicles are here to stay. Probably. If you’re old school like me, it took a while acknowledging the impending demise of petrol fuel rides. As they say, it’s best to adjust and survive rather than stubbornly hold onto dying technology. Every auto manufacturer has done so with varying degrees of success and acclaim. GMC’s newest entry is the formidable 2026 Sierra EV Denali Extended Range pickup truck.