Chevrolet has announced the 2025 Silverado 1500 will start at $38,995 including destination.
That makes the model the cheapest full-size truck in America and it undercuts competitors by thousands of dollars.
Changes are limited for 2025, but customers will find new paint colors and additional equipment.
The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado is making its way to dealers and the bowtie brand has announced pricing will begin at $38,995 including a $1,995 destination fee. That’s a slight increase over last year’s pickup, which began at $38,795.
It’s also pretty favorable when you look at the competition as the 2025 Ford F-150 begins at $40,605 while the Ram 1500 will set you back at least $42,270. Big Three aside, the 2025 Toyota Tundra begins at $42,035.
So what’s new for the cheapest full-size truck in America? Not much as there’s a revised color palette that includes new hues known as Cypress Gray and Riptide Blue. Customers will also find a set of newly available 20-inch wheels with a high gloss black finish.
Besides the styling tweaks, a handful of trims have additional standard equipment. In particular, the Work Truck (WT) gains cruise control while LT and above trims now come equipped with a trailer brake controller. The off-road focused ZR2 now sports a premium audio system as well as front and rear park assist.
Under the hood, customers will find an assortment of familiar engines including a turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder developing 310 hp (231 kW / 314 PS) and 430 lb-ft (582 Nm) of torque. Customers can also opt for 5.3- and 6.2-liter V8s with 355 hp (265 kW / 360 PS) and 420 hp (313 kW / 425 PS). If gas isn’t your thing, there’s a 3.0-liter turbodiesel inline-six developing 305 hp (227 kW / 309 PS) and 495 lb-ft (670 Nm) of torque.
Getting back to pricing, Chevrolet noted the Silverado Custom Trail Boss is the “most affordable factory-lifted, full-size, light-duty truck in the industry.” It starts at $53,795 and features a 2-inch lift as well as a Z71 suspension.
2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Pricing
TrimMSRP2025 Silverado Work Truck (WT)$38,9952025 Silverado Custom$45,5952025 Silverado Custom Trail Boss$53,7952025 Silverado LT$50,0952025 Silverado LT Trail Boss$60,7952025 Silverado RST$53,4952025 Silverado LTZ$59,6952025 Silverado High Country$64,6952025 Silverado ZR2$71,995Prices include a $1,995 destination fee
A police chief in Indiana has blasted Stellantis after suffering a spate of engine failures.
Merrillville Police Chief Konstantinos Nuses claims a design flaw in the SUVs’ engines makes them useless for police work and says he has been forced to sell them at a loss.
Nuses previously used Ford Interceptors but struggled to buy new models during the pandemic, so turned to the Durango.
An Indiana police chief sick of his unreliable Dodge Durango patrol cars has written an open letter to his town’s citizens slating Stellantis and apologizing to taxpayers for spending their money on a fleet of duds.
Merrillville Police Chief Konstantinos Nuses claims his Durangos have suffered multiple engine failures due to a problem with the oil cooler, and says that most of the affected SUVs weren’t battle-worn hacks, but had covered fewer than 15,000 miles (24,000 km). And now Nuses says he will be forced to sell the trouble-prone SUVs at a loss and replace them with more reliable vehicles.
“The situation is not just disappointing, it is fundamentally unfair,” Nuses wrote. “All of us – taxpayers and police departments alike – have paid for a compromised product, and Dodge has failed to take responsibility or provide a viable solution.”
Nunes explained to townsfolk that he previously relied on Ford Police Interceptors, but struggled to get hold of replacements during the pandemic. He turned to his local Dodge dealer and bought an unknown number of Durangos which were marketed by Stellantis as being suitable for police work.
But starting in late 2022 the SUVs began to experience catastrophic engine malfunctions. The out-of-commission Durangos placed an additional burden on the Merrillville fleet and Nuses claims dealers were unable to provide a suitable fix to ensure the problem wouldn’t happen again. Nuses letter says he is exploring “all possible avenues” to limit the pain on the taxpayer and his budget, and it seems creating a PR nightmare for Stellantis is one of them.
“The Dodge Durango Pursuit meets or exceeds all applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards and is subject to severe operating conditions to which the standard, retail version of the Durango is immune,” Stellantis said in a statement sent to NBC5Chicago.
“Further, certain oil-cooler issues are difficult to detect, which may lead to collateral damage and a highly complex remedy. We sincerely regret any inconvenience caused to our valued police-community customers and are working to expedite service for any affected vehicles. Since the model launched in 2018, it has been deployed with thousands of police agencies across North America, and overall feedback has been exemplary,” the company added.
However, Merrillville isn’t the only police force in Indiana to have trouble with its Durangos. The Indiana State Police (ISP) revealed in June that 39 of the 218 Dodge Durango SUVs it has alrewady receieved, had suffered mechanical problems that temporarily removed them from service. The ISP ordered a total of 516 Durangos in May 2023 for around $25.8 million, or around $50,000 a pop. At the time, it noted that the average downtime for an engine replacement/repair is four to eight weeks.
However, Merrillville isn’t the only Indiana police force struggling with Durango issues. In June, the Indiana State Police (ISP) disclosed that 39 of the 219 Dodge Durangos they’ve received so far had suffered mechanical problems that temporarily removed them from service. That’s nearly 20% of the fleet taken out of action. The ISP placed a $25.8 million order for 516 Durangos back in May 2023, at around $50,000 a pop. They also pointed out that when an engine fails, repairs or replacements drag on for four to eight weeks.
A police chief in Indiana has blasted Stellantis after suffering a spate of engine failures.
Merrillville Police Chief Konstantinos Nuses claims a design flaw in the SUVs’ engines makes them useless for police work and says he has been forced to sell them at a loss.
Nuses previously used Ford Interceptors but struggled to buy new models during the pandemic, so turned to the Durango.
An Indiana police chief sick of his unreliable Dodge Durango patrol cars has written an open letter to his town’s citizens slating Stellantis and apologizing to taxpayers for spending their money on a fleet of duds.
Merrillville Police Chief Konstantinos Nuses claims his Durangos have suffered multiple engine failures due to a problem with the oil cooler, and says that most of the affected SUVs weren’t battle-worn hacks, but had covered fewer than 15,000 miles (24,000 km). And now Nuses says he will be forced to sell the trouble-prone SUVs at a loss and replace them with more reliable vehicles.
“The situation is not just disappointing, it is fundamentally unfair,” Nuses wrote. “All of us – taxpayers and police departments alike – have paid for a compromised product, and Dodge has failed to take responsibility or provide a viable solution.”
Nunes explained to townsfolk that he previously relied on Ford Police Interceptors, but struggled to get hold of replacements during the pandemic. He turned to his local Dodge dealer and bought an unknown number of Durangos which were marketed by Stellantis as being suitable for police work.
But starting in late 2022 the SUVs began to experience catastrophic engine malfunctions. The out-of-commission Durangos placed an additional burden on the Merrillville fleet and Nuses claims dealers were unable to provide a suitable fix to ensure the problem wouldn’t happen again. Nuses letter says he is exploring “all possible avenues” to limit the pain on the taxpayer and his budget, and it seems creating a PR nightmare for Stellantis is one of them.
“The Dodge Durango Pursuit meets or exceeds all applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards and is subject to severe operating conditions to which the standard, retail version of the Durango is immune,” Stellantis said in a statement sent to NBC5Chicago.
“Further, certain oil-cooler issues are difficult to detect, which may lead to collateral damage and a highly complex remedy. We sincerely regret any inconvenience caused to our valued police-community customers and are working to expedite service for any affected vehicles. Since the model launched in 2018, it has been deployed with thousands of police agencies across North America, and overall feedback has been exemplary,” the company added.
However, Merrillville isn’t the only police force in Indiana to have trouble with its Durangos. The Indiana State Police (ISP) revealed in June that 39 of the 218 Dodge Durango SUVs it has alrewady receieved, had suffered mechanical problems that temporarily removed them from service. The ISP ordered a total of 516 Durangos in May 2023 for around $25.8 million, or around $50,000 a pop. At the time, it noted that the average downtime for an engine replacement/repair is four to eight weeks.
However, Merrillville isn’t the only Indiana police force struggling with Durango issues. In June, the Indiana State Police (ISP) disclosed that 39 of the 219 Dodge Durangos they’ve received so far had suffered mechanical problems that temporarily removed them from service. That’s nearly 20% of the fleet taken out of action. The ISP placed a $25.8 million order for 516 Durangos back in May 2023, at around $50,000 a pop. They also pointed out that when an engine fails, repairs or replacements drag on for four to eight weeks.
A next-gen T-Roc prototype was spotted testing alongside a high-performance R model.
VW disguised the new T-Roc with fake grille details, mimicking the current model’s design.
The small crossover is a crucial car for VW and was Europe’s third-best-selling vehicle in 2023.
Despite celebrating its seventh birthday this month, VW’s little T-Roc SUV continues to lure customers to dealerships. In fact, it ranked as the third-best-selling car in Europe in 2023. However, a second-generation T-Roc is on the horizon, and we’ve spotted both the old and new versions testing together.
The white car in these spy photos is the upcoming 2026 model-year T-Roc and the dark-colored SUV is the current T-Roc, whose badges, bumpers and four exhaust tailpipes reveal is a high-performance 297 hp (300 PS) R derivative.
And if you weren’t paying too much attention you might presume the two T-Rocs were of the same vintage. VW’s test team routinely disguises its new vehicles as current versions by mocking up the shape of the outgoing model’s grille and bumper air intakes in tape. And these images of the two cars side-by-side shows just how good that disguise looks.
But it’s what’s under that fake grille that we’re more interested in, and we’re confident that it’s a slim grille similar to the one fitted to recent VWs like the Mk8.5 Golf, facelifted Taos, Passat and Euro-market Tiguan. We can also see that the hood no longer extends down to the grille, the two components being separated by a body-color plastic filler panel.
The distinctive line on the old car’s rear fender that gives the T-Roc a muscular look and appears to have been inspired by the rear haunches of Bentley’s Continental, is carried across. But the new car is a little curvier, and no longer features a crisp swage line running across the tops of both doors. And the slimmer rear lights – which we suspect are joined by a transverse light bar – make the new T-Roc appear wider and lower.
Since the T-Roc is essentially a Golf SUV, it would be logical to assume the powertrain lineup will share many engines with the new Mk8.5 Golf. While the Golf is sold only in GTI and R versions in the US, Europeans can buy it with 113 hp (115 PS) and 148 hp (150 PS) 1.5 TSI petrols, 113 hp or 148 hp 2.0 diesels, or as 1.5-liter hybrid in mild and plug-in flavors.
We also expect a 2.0-liter turbo petrol with 4Motion all-wheel drive to join the party, and hopefully another T-Roc R, with the latest Golf R’s 333 hp (338 PS) motor. But one T-Roc that definitely won’t be getting a second chance is the convertible, and no T-Rocs are likely to make the trip to the US, where the bigger Taos is VW’s entry-level SUV.
A next-gen T-Roc prototype was spotted testing alongside a high-performance R model.
VW disguised the new T-Roc with fake grille details, mimicking the current model’s design.
The small crossover is a crucial car for VW and was Europe’s third-best-selling vehicle in 2023.
Despite celebrating its seventh birthday this month, VW’s little T-Roc SUV continues to lure customers to dealerships. In fact, it ranked as the third-best-selling car in Europe in 2023. However, a second-generation T-Roc is on the horizon, and we’ve spotted both the old and new versions testing together.
The white car in these spy photos is the upcoming 2026 model-year T-Roc and the dark-colored SUV is the current T-Roc, whose badges, bumpers and four exhaust tailpipes reveal is a high-performance 297 hp (300 PS) R derivative.
And if you weren’t paying too much attention you might presume the two T-Rocs were of the same vintage. VW’s test team routinely disguises its new vehicles as current versions by mocking up the shape of the outgoing model’s grille and bumper air intakes in tape. And these images of the two cars side-by-side shows just how good that disguise looks.
But it’s what’s under that fake grille that we’re more interested in, and we’re confident that it’s a slim grille similar to the one fitted to recent VWs like the Mk8.5 Golf, facelifted Taos, Passat and Euro-market Tiguan. We can also see that the hood no longer extends down to the grille, the two components being separated by a body-color plastic filler panel.
The distinctive line on the old car’s rear fender that gives the T-Roc a muscular look and appears to have been inspired by the rear haunches of Bentley’s Continental, is carried across. But the new car is a little curvier, and no longer features a crisp swage line running across the tops of both doors. And the slimmer rear lights – which we suspect are joined by a transverse light bar – make the new T-Roc appear wider and lower.
Since the T-Roc is essentially a Golf SUV, it would be logical to assume the powertrain lineup will share many engines with the new Mk8.5 Golf. While the Golf is sold only in GTI and R versions in the US, Europeans can buy it with 113 hp (115 PS) and 148 hp (150 PS) 1.5 TSI petrols, 113 hp or 148 hp 2.0 diesels, or as 1.5-liter hybrid in mild and plug-in flavors.
We also expect a 2.0-liter turbo petrol with 4Motion all-wheel drive to join the party, and hopefully another T-Roc R, with the latest Golf R’s 333 hp (338 PS) motor. But one T-Roc that definitely won’t be getting a second chance is the convertible, and no T-Rocs are likely to make the trip to the US, where the bigger Taos is VW’s entry-level SUV.
Specifically, you can earn 1 MQD per base dollar spent on hotel bookings and car rental reservations booked by Sept. 30 through the Travel Extras portal for travel completed by Oct. 31.
Here are the details.
Earn Delta MQDs on hotels
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During this promotion, you’ll earn 1 MQD per dollar spent on hotel stays booked through Delta’s travel portal. This is in addition to the redeemable SkyMiles (members earn a minimum of 2 miles for every $1 spent on the base hotel rate) you ordinarily earn for every dollar spent at most hotels.
The promotion’s terms state that you can only earn on the base cost of the hotel room before taxes and fees are charged at the time of booking.
1,737 MQDs
3,476 SkyMiles (worth $41.71 based on TPG’s September valuations)
Earn Delta MQDs on rental cars
Additionally, you’ll earn 1 MQD per dollar spent on the base car rental rate for every completed rental booking.
You will not earn MQDs on charges like taxes, one-way rental fees, fuel services or tolls. Additionally, when booking cars through Delta’s portal, you can earn bonus SkyMiles with rental car partners and if you hold elite status with Delta.
For example, Hertz is a partner of Delta, and if you decide to book a rental car with this company through Delta, basic SkyMiles members will earn 4 miles per $1 spent on qualifying rentals. Additionally, depending on your Delta elite status, you can earn 5 to 8 miles per $1 spent on qualifying rentals.
Therefore, if you decide to book a Hertz rental car at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) through Delta’s portal, here’s how many MQDs and SkyMiles you can earn on a three-day-long rental with the current promotion:
136 MQDs
544 SkyMiles (worth about $6.53 based on TPG’s September valuations)
Before you book, make sure to read the full terms and conditions of this promotion. One of the most important things to note is that you can only earn MQDs if your name appears on the credit card you pay with. Delta will not credit MQDs if the first and last names on the card do not match the information on the SkyMiles account.
After you complete your travel, it can take up to eight weeks to receive the MQDs.
This promotion is another way to earn Delta status without flying. By earning MQDs through non-flight activities outside one of the airline’s cobranded cards, this promotion sets a new precedent for Medallion status. Delta appears to be sending emails to SkyMiles members in batches with this promotion — we hope to see more ways to earn MQDs like this one in the future.
Specifically, you can earn 1 MQD per base dollar spent on hotel bookings and car rental reservations booked by Sept. 30 through the Travel Extras portal for travel completed by Oct. 31.
Here are the details.
Earn Delta MQDs on hotels
TRAVELEXTRAS-DELTA.COM
During this promotion, you’ll earn 1 MQD per dollar spent on hotel stays booked through Delta’s travel portal. This is in addition to the redeemable SkyMiles (members earn a minimum of 2 miles for every $1 spent on the base hotel rate) you ordinarily earn for every dollar spent at most hotels.
The promotion’s terms state that you can only earn on the base cost of the hotel room before taxes and fees are charged at the time of booking.
1,737 MQDs
3,476 SkyMiles (worth $41.71 based on TPG’s September valuations)
Earn Delta MQDs on rental cars
Additionally, you’ll earn 1 MQD per dollar spent on the base car rental rate for every completed rental booking.
You will not earn MQDs on charges like taxes, one-way rental fees, fuel services or tolls. Additionally, when booking cars through Delta’s portal, you can earn bonus SkyMiles with rental car partners and if you hold elite status with Delta.
For example, Hertz is a partner of Delta, and if you decide to book a rental car with this company through Delta, basic SkyMiles members will earn 4 miles per $1 spent on qualifying rentals. Additionally, depending on your Delta elite status, you can earn 5 to 8 miles per $1 spent on qualifying rentals.
Therefore, if you decide to book a Hertz rental car at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) through Delta’s portal, here’s how many MQDs and SkyMiles you can earn on a three-day-long rental with the current promotion:
136 MQDs
544 SkyMiles (worth about $6.53 based on TPG’s September valuations)
Before you book, make sure to read the full terms and conditions of this promotion. One of the most important things to note is that you can only earn MQDs if your name appears on the credit card you pay with. Delta will not credit MQDs if the first and last names on the card do not match the information on the SkyMiles account.
After you complete your travel, it can take up to eight weeks to receive the MQDs.
This promotion is another way to earn Delta status without flying. By earning MQDs through non-flight activities outside one of the airline’s cobranded cards, this promotion sets a new precedent for Medallion status. Delta appears to be sending emails to SkyMiles members in batches with this promotion — we hope to see more ways to earn MQDs like this one in the future.
The 2027 BMW X5 will feature hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and all-electric powertrain options for diverse buyers.
Inside, the next-gen X5 promises a more spacious cabin packed with cutting-edge tech and driver assistance systems.
Set to debut in 2026, the new BMW X5 will compete against rivals like the Porsche Cayenne and Genesis GV80.
The BMW X5 has long been the benchmark for mid-size luxury SUVs, setting the standard for power, style, and technology in an increasingly crowded market. Since its debut in 1999 as BMW’s first-ever SUV, the X5 has stayed ahead of the curve, evolving with each generation. Now, with the next-gen model on the horizon, BMW looks ready to raise the bar again, serving up a sharper, more refined version of the X5.
Recently spotted running alongside a refreshed 7-Series undergoing testing in Germany and Spain, BMW’s next-generation X5 SUV is gearing up to reclaim its crown as one of the best luxury crossovers money can buy – assuming you have enough of it.
Codenamed G65, we’ve managed to digitally decode the upcoming X5’s camouflage to reveal everything we can before the official curtain drop. So, let’s peel back the layers and dig in.
Powerful Proportions
Illustrations Josh Byrnes / Carscoops
Drawing inspiration from BMW’s Vision Neue Klasse X Concept, the X5 embodies the Bavarian automaker’s bold new design direction, marked by crisper surfaces and a subtle nod to the understated modernity of its iconic 1970s and 1980s models.
Up front, the reimagined twin-kidney grille is flanked by elongated headlight clusters and horizontal DRLs that scream for attention. A contoured hood with a central recess gives it a purposeful stance, while the muscular fenders along the side – borrowed from the new X3 – house a charging port for plug-in hybrid and electric variants, hinting at what’s under the hood.
Flush door handles, reminiscent of those used on Ford’s Mustang Mach-E, are integrated seamlessly into the window trim, giving it that sleek, minimalist look. And don’t worry, the iconic Hofmeister kink is still intact. The updated design also features a more rear-biased axle-to-dash ratio, lending the X5 a cab-rearward stance. At the rear, the vehicle presents a more monolithic and squared-off appearance, a significant departure from its predecessors.
A Smarter Interior
The fifth-gen X5’s dashboard will reflect the sleek, minimalist design seen in the latest 5-Series above.
The cabin is set to mirror the upscale environment of the latest 5-Series with a curved panel that houses a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch infotainment touchscreen, running BMW’s latest iDrive 8.5 interface. It’s all very futuristic – just don’t forget to use it to actually drive.
Of course, no modern luxury SUV would be complete without Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless charging, and an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot. The Harman/Kardon stereo system is there to make your road trips sound like a concert, while over-the-air updates keep your tech as fresh as the day you bought it. Want even more? Premium touches like glass interior controls, 7-seat configurations, and BMW’s hands-free Highway Assistant will all be available to up your game.
Electrified Ambitions
A prototype of the new X5 spotted testing in Europe.
The upcoming X5 is expected to stick with BMW’s existing CLAR platform, rather than adopting the Neue Klasse architecture. CLAR’s flexibility, though, allows it to handle both combustion engines and electric powertrains.
Therefore, under the hood (or rather, under various hoods) the X5 will offer hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and possibly, all-electric options, with the latter taking on the name iX5. Details are still under wraps, but if it follows the lead of the latest 5-Series, expect a range of turbocharged four-cylinder and inline-six engines. Sorry, no roaring V8s in the standard X5 lineup this time around, though those craving it can still look forward to the M model – but more on that in a bit.
Among the many options on the table, you’ll likely find a 375-hp turbocharged inline-six with a 48-volt hybrid system, a plug-in hybrid pushing 483 horsepower, and an all-electric version cranking out up to 593 hp. Yes, that’s a lot of horses, but it’s BMW, so it’s not exactly a surprise. The plug-in hybrid will likely employ a 19.4-kWh battery, giving you more than 40 miles of electric-only range.
And if you’re going all-electric, the i5’s 84.3-kWh battery pack should deliver around 295 miles (475 km) per charge, assuming you don’t drive like a maniac. DC fast charging? Yep, that’ll take you from 10 to 80 percent in just 30 minutes, so no excuses for long pit stops.
Expect rear-wheel drive to be standard on lower-powered X5 variants, with xDrive all-wheel drive reserved for the more potent models, though availability may vary depending on the market.
Will The X5M Be The Heavyweight Champ?
Further down the line, we’ll see the introduction of a range-topping X5 M variant, which will likely be the sole V8 model in the lineup. It should pack the same 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 as the new M5, aided by an electric motor integrated into the eight-speed automatic transmission, delivering 717 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque.
And yes, considering the current X5 M already tips the scales at a hefty 5,455 pounds (2,474 kg), and the new M5 at 5,390 pounds (2,445 kg), with a whopping 882 pounds (400 kg) attributed to the hybrid system, we’re almost afraid to ask how much weight the new X5 M will be lugging around.
Rivals and Reveal
Flush-fitting units have replaced the traditional visible door handles.
The X5 won’t have it easy, though. It’ll go toe-to-toe with some serious competition: the Audi Q7, Volvo XC90, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Range Rover Sport, Porsche Cayenne, and a laundry list of others including the Lincoln Aviator, Genesis GV80 and Lexus RX. There’s no shortage of players in this game, and each one is out to take a bite of the luxury (and near-luxury) SUV pie.
BMW hasn’t spilled the beans on an exact launch date, but expect the new X5 and iX5 to make their debut in fall 2026, likely as 2027 model-year vehicles.
What do you think of the X5’s all-new look? We’d love to hear your views in the comments below – and don’t hold back!
The 2024 Paris Auto Show will take place from October 14 to October 20.
This year marks the 90th edition of the event, which was first held in 1898.
Auto shows may have lost much of their luster in recent years—blame the internet or maybe just our collective shrinking attention spans that now seem shorter than a TikTok video—but a few still manage to pull off interesting debuts of concept cars and production models.
The biennial Paris Auto Show, or if you want to sound more sophisticated, Mondial de l’automobile de Paris (or Mondial de l’Auto in French), which alternates with Germany’s IAA, remains one of the last bastions of such events in Europe, still managing to attract the attention of major automakers, much to their credit.
This year, the show runs from October 14 to 20 in the heart of Paris. As per tradition, all of the big world premieres will happen on day one, which is dedicated to the press.
To keep you up to speed with the latest Paris motor show-related news, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of upcoming premieres—both confirmed and rumored. We’ll keep updating it as automakers continue to drop hints and teasers, so stay tuned.
Alpine A390_β Concept
Alpine is ready to show us its first-ever crossover in the form of the A390_β concept. Teasers and spy shots reveal a sporty coupe-SUV stance, with aggressive styling details. The fully electric powertrain is expected to produce up to 600 hp from a dual-motor setup, giving it AWD capabilities.
The concept will debut on October 11, before its first public outing in Paris. The production version is expected to follow next year, serving as a rival to the Porsche Macan EV.
Alpine Alpenglow Hy6 Concept
The French brand will also show an evolution of its hydrogen-powered supercar concept, originally unveiled in 2022. The new iteration will swap the original model’s four-cylinder engine for a more powerful V6, again running on hydrogen. The Alpenglow might be a rolling lab for new technologies, but Alpine hinted there is a chance it evolves into a production offering by 2028.
BMW iX3 (Not Confirmed)
BMW is about to enter a new era, with its upcoming models riding on the electrified Neue Klasse architecture. While unconfirmed, the Bavarian automaker might use the Paris Auto Show to debut the new iX3, which was teased earlier this year by the Vision Neue Klasse X concept.
The fully electric SUV will feature both single- and dual-motor setups, with an M-branded version rumored to be on the horizon. The BMW iX3 will be sold alongside the unrelated X3, which marches on after its recent facelift. (Illustration: Josh Byrnes/Carscoops)
Citroen C4 facelift
The Citroen C4 and C4-X are set to receive their mid-cycle updates, adopting the brand’s latest design language, as seen on the C3 and C3 Aircross. Exterior revisions will focus on the front and rear, featuring cleaner lighting designs and the new double-chevron emblem. Spy shots suggest that interior changes will be more subtle. The powertrain lineup is expected to remain unchanged, with the crossovers continuing to offer Stellantis’ mild-hybrid and EV options.
Dacia Bigster
The Dacia Bigster marks the Romanian brand’s foray into the compact SUV segment, aiming to deliver a blend of practicality and rugged styling at an affordable price point. Based on the 2021 concept, the production version will likely be an extended variant of the Dacia Duster, sharing its CMF-B platform and powertrain options.
Expected to stretch to around 4.6 meters (181 inches), the Bigster will be Dacia’s longest model yet. The extended body will offer the option of three-row seating, though entry-level trims will likely feature two rows and a larger cargo area. (Illustration: Jean Francois Hubert/SB-Medien)
Ford Puma GEN-E (Not Confirmed)
The Ford Puma GEN-E is coming to challenge the fully electric subcompact SUVs from the Stellantis group. A covered grille and a few EV-specific design elements will differentiate it from the internal combustion Puma lineup, which received a facelift earlier this year.
The electric powertrain could be sourced from the mechanically-related Ford E-Tourneo Custom, which produces 134 hp (100 kW / 136 PS). Production of the Ford Puma GEN-E will take place in Craiova, Romania, alongside its ICE-powered versions.
Mini JCW E (Not Confirmed)
Mini plans on expanding its JCW lineup with a host of ICE-powered and fully electric models. Both the Mini John Cooper Works E and the gas-powered hot hatch equivalent have been confirmed to debut this fall, so one of them could appear in Paris.
The most powerful version of the electric hatchback recently surfaced in China, showcasing its exterior design and key specifications. According to official filings, the single electric motor produces 255 hp (190 kW / 258 PS), paired with a JCW-specific bodykit and chassis setup.
Renault 4 E-Tech
A new R4 E-Tech will soon join the R5 E-Tech supermini, bringing nostalgic styling cues from the original in the form of a fully electric crossover. The production model will be a more toned-down version of the 2022 4EVER Trophy concept, with smaller wheels and revised bumpers.
Built on the AmpR Small EV architecture (formerly CMF-BEV), the R4 E-Tech will likely share powertrain options with the smaller R5 E-Tech. This retro-inspired crossover will compete in the crowded subcompact SUV segment as the electric counterpart to the Renault Captur. (Illustration: Jean Francois Hubert/SB-Medien)
Renault 17 Electric Restomod
With the restomod business booming, Renault decided take a stab at revamping a classic: the Renault 17 from the ’70s. In collaboration with French designer Ora Ito, the coupe’s exterior now features sleek LEDs and new wheels while maintaining the proportions of the original. The interior has been overhauled with cutting-edge technology.
Beneath the surface, the R17 boasts a new carbon fiber chassis, and its internal combustion engine has been replaced with an electric motor driving the rear wheels. Sadly, the R17 Electric Restomod is not destined for production and will likely remain a one-off.
Renault Estafette Concept
Renault is reviving the Estaffette nameplate from the ’60s with a new electric van. The Renault Estaffette concept previews a production LCV, set to arrive in 2026, with retro-futuristic styling and a seriously cool interior. The van is based on the FlexEVan architecture developed in collaboration with Volvo and logistics company CMA CGM Group. Thanks to clever packaging, it measures 4,870 mm (191.7 inches) long, but has a 7.1 square-meter (250.7 cubic feet) load capacity.
Skoda Elroq
The Skoda Elroq is a new fully electric compact SUV, built on VW Group’s MEB architecture. It will showcase Skoda’s latest design language, including the so-called “Tech-Deck Face.” Both the exterior and interior have been partially revealed through official teasers and sketches ahead of its debut.
Positioned as the zero-emission counterpart to the ICE-powered Skoda Karoq, the Elroq will offer four powertrain and battery configurations (RWD and AWD), delivering up to 295 hp (220 kW / 299 PS) and a maximum range of 348 miles (560 km) on the WLTP cycle. (Illustration: Josh Byrnes)
VW Tayron
Volkswagen can’t stop expanding its SUV lineup with new models. The latest addition is called the Tayron and it serves as a replacement for the three-row Tiguan Allspace. The new model, which is expected to adopt the Tiguan moniker in the US, recently appeared in China as the Tayron L.
The new SUV is expected to share its MQB Evo underpinnings and electrified powertrain options with the slightly smaller EU-spec VW Tiguan. The Tayron will be unveiled on October 10, just ahead of its public debut at the Paris Motor Show.
More Debuts
In addition, several Chinese automakers will be present at the show, showcasing their models to the European market. According to the event’s official website, brands like BYD, Dongfeng Forthing, GAC, Leapmotor, Seres, and XPeng will each have dedicated stands.
Which Brands Will Skip The Show?
Several companies have decided to sit out the 2024 Paris Motor Show, including some big names like Cupra, Hyundai, Jeep, Lamborghini, Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Polestar, Seat, Suzuki, Volvo, and Zeekr.
Special Movie Car Exhibition
A Pop Culture exhibition by Movie Cars Central will showcase 25 iconic vehicles from films and TV series. Franck Galiègue’s Movie Cars Central collection, the largest in Europe, will take center stage in Pavilion 7.1. Among the standout models on display are:
o Batmobile o Ford Gran Torino (Starsky & Hutch) o Peugeot 406 (Taxi) o Ferrari 308 GTS (Magnum) o Pontiac Firebird “KITT” (Knight Rider) o Aston DBS & BMW 750 (James Bond) o Delorean from Back to the Future 2
You wake up with congestion, some fatigue, maybe a headache. You’re not dying, but you obviously aren’t totally fine either. So how do you know when to stay home from work? (Or if this is all happening with your kid, how do you know when to pull them from school?)
It’s worth pointing out that “taking a sick day when necessary is crucial,” says Joel “Gator” Warsh, MD, a board-certified pediatrician and founder of Integrative Pediatrics and Medicine Studio City in Los Angeles. It gives you or your kid time to rest and get better while reducing the spread of germs to others in your community. “Additionally, prioritizing sick days fosters a culture that values self-care and consideration of others’ health, underlining the significance of putting well-being first,” he says.
All sounds great! But of course, there are real-world pressures and expectations to consider (not to mention sick day guilt). So, here’s exactly what you need to know about when to give yourself or your child a break.
When to stay home from work
Earlier this year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated recommendations on when to stay home if you’re sick with infections like the cold, flu, RSV, and COVID-19. Now, the go-to move is to just stay home anytime you have symptoms of a possible respiratory virus, including:
Chest discomfort
Chills
Coughing
Decrease in appetite
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Fever
Headache
Muscle or body aches
New loss of taste or smell
Runny or stuffy nose
Sneezing
Sore throat
Vomiting
Weakness
Wheezing
You can go back to work once your symptoms have been improving for 24 hours and you haven’t had a fever, the CDC adds.
If you absolutely need to go to work, “you should stay away from others as much as possible and wash your hands frequently to avoid spreading germs,” says Robert Biernbaum, DO, chief medical officer at WellNow Urgent Care. And definitely draw a hard line at a fever or flu-like symptoms like fatigue, body aches, or chills, he adds. “A fever is the biggest indicator that you have an infection and you need to stay home.”
But honestly? It’s better to not push yourself. “It can be tempting to try to power through when you’re not feeling well, but it’s always important to make sure you’re not putting anyone else at risk, and that you’re giving your body enough time to rest and recover,” Dr. Biernbaum says.
When to call out sick when you work remotely
There can definitely be some murkiness about sick days when you’re WFH, since you don’t have to stress about spreading germs and can basically stay in bed if you need to. That said, your own wellbeing still counts here, so don’t ignore it.
“The most important thing is to listen to your body and not push yourself too hard. If your symptoms are impairing your ability to focus or participate in virtual meetings, or you feel mentally or physically exhausted, that’s an indication that you need to sign off for the day to get some rest and stay hydrated,” Dr. Biernbaum says.
When to keep kids home from school
The list of stay-home symptoms from the CDC applies to kids and adults. Basically, you should give your kid a sick day any time they have any signs of a possible respiratory virus, including:
Chest discomfort
Chills
Coughing
Decrease in appetite
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Fever
Headache
Muscle or body aches
New loss of taste or smell
Runny or stuffy nose
Sneezing
Sore throat
Vomiting
Weakness
Wheezing
It’s also a good idea to check with your child’s school to see if they have any specific procedures or guidelines around when and how long to keep kiddos home when they’re not feeling well.
As for when your kid or teen says they’re sick and need to stay home, but you think they might be faking? “Children may exaggerate their symptoms to avoid attending school, however, there are ways to determine if they genuinely need time off: Observe for consistent symptoms,” Dr. Warsh says.
In other words, check to see if their complaints line up with their actions. If they say they have a sore throat or a tummy ache but they’re still eating and playing normally, they’re probably not actually sick.
That’s not to say something isn’t going on. Chances are your kid is feeling anxious or stressed about something, Dr. Warsh says. Take it as your sign to invite them to talk about what might be on their mind and brainstorm other ways to cope besides staying home.
When to go to the doctor
Have a mild cough or cold? You can probably manage at home and be back on your feet within a couple of days. But give your doctor a call if things start to get worse, recommends the Mayo Clinic. Think: A fever over 101°F that doesn’t break after three days, a fever going away and then coming back, shortness of breath, wheezing, or intense headache or sinus pain.
The threshold’s a little different for kids. Call the pediatrician if your child has a fever for more than two days or if they have severe coughing, wheezing or trouble breathing, ear pain, unusual fussiness or fatigue, or no interest in eating. You should also seek immediate medical care for infants 12 weeks and younger who have a fever of 100.4°F or greater, the Mayo Clinic recommends.
