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Car and Driver
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
2026 GMC Acadia Denali Ultimate Reaches Peak Luxe
There's a new Denali Ultimate trim in the 2026 GMC Acadia lineup, upping the luxury quotient with premium interior materials and additional standard features. The Acadia Denali Ultimate's standout additions include massaging leather seats, Paldao wood interior accents, an upgraded Bose sound system, performance suspension, and a panoramic sunroof. The Denali Ultimate will be the top trim in the Acadia lineup and is expected to go on sale at the end of 2025; pricing information isn't yet available. It takes a lot for a mid-size SUV to stand out these days. After its refresh in 2024, the GMC Acadia boasts larger proportions and sharper looks, but it still lacks a distinguishing trait to elevate it above the segment's midpack. The fact that it shares its mechanical foundation with the less expensive Chevrolet Traverse and the swankier Buick Enclave doesn't help its case, either. In an effort to up its appeal, GMC has announced a new top-tier Denali Ultimate trim that will max out the Acadia's luxury quotient, likely at a steep price. While upscale Denali trims are available for most GMC vehicles, the Denali Ultimate moniker is currently only used on range-topping versions of the Yukon, Sierra 1500, and Sierra HD. To justify the title and hefty price premium, those models feature unique exterior styling accents, fancier interior adornments, and mostly checked-off option sheets. View Photos GMC The new Acadia Denali Ultimate follows the same recipe. On the outside, a black chrome grille, special badging, LED daytime running lights, and 22-inch aluminum wheels finished in an After Midnight Metallic hue distinguish the Denali Ultimate from lesser Acadia trims. A Wealth of Luxury Details on the Inside The luxury focus is much more evident inside, where heated, ventilated, and massaging seats wrapped in rich Woodland Mahogany leather await the driver and front-seat passenger. Paldao wood trim with laser-etched detailing on the door panels, center console, and dashboard gives the cabin an elevated rustic vibe. Other interior flourishes include model-specific floor mats and topographical maps embossed into the front seat backs. View Photos GMC The Acadia Denali Ultimate also adds a host of desirable standard features. The list includes a 16-speaker Bose Performance Series sound system, a configurable 8-inch head-up display, a nine-camera surround-view system, and a panoramic sunroof. A performance suspension setup and a three-year subscription to GM's Super Cruise Level 2 hands-free driving system are also included. GMC hasn't released pricing information for the 2026 Acadia lineup yet, but it's fair to assume that the Denali Ultimate will command a sizable price premium over the standard Denali trim. Austin Parsons Associate Editor Austin's car fixation began at a young age and at 1:64 scale. Eventually, Hot Wheels weren't cutting it anymore, so he developed an obsession with his father's full-sized 1965 Ford Mustang instead. Desperate to break into the automotive industry, he bartered his way into a job at a local BMW dealership by promising to stop hurling nerdy technical facts at the salesmen who came into the neighboring coffee shop where he worked. That was also around the time when he started writing automotive reviews, news articles, and technical guides for a number of local and international publications. Now at Car and Driver, Austin brings more than 10 years of experience in the automotive industry and an all-so-common love-hate relationship with German engineering to the table. Read full bio
Miami Herald
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
GM Suspends 2026 SUV Sales Over Undisclosed Problem
General Motors has placed a stop-sale order on three of its midsize SUVs – the 2026 model years of the GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave, and Chevrolet Traverse. While these nameplates each target slightly different market segments, they're all built on the GM C1 platform and assembled at the Lansing Delta Township plant in Michigan. They also share the same 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-four engine. But right now, what they really share is a problem. As of July 7, GM has issued a stop-sale on all three 2026 models, citing an undisclosed quality issue, according to GM Authority. Dealers were instructed via bulletin N252517720 not to sell, trade, auction, or even use affected vehicles for demonstration purposes. The order covers specific VINs, and while GM investigates the issue, these SUVs are essentially on lockdown. The timing of the stop-sale is unfortunate, especially since the 2026 model year brings notable updates for all three SUVs. The 2026 GMC Acadia gets more tech than the outgoing model year, but with a price hike in tow. It now starts at over $44,000, with standard features including a digital key card and a Rear Camera Mirror for the Elevation trim, while Glacier White Tricoat and Riverstone Metallic replace older color options. Meanwhile, the 2026 Buick Enclave gets updated interior trim, upgraded in-car tech, and a sleeker infotainment interface. The automaker also shuffled paint options and tweaked some of the standard safety tech. The 2026 Chevy Traverse has only been redesigned for 2024, which hosted the return of the Z71 trim and a new, sportier-looking RS variant. While no major powertrain changes were introduced, the Traverse benefits from tech upgrades and refreshed interior styling. GM hasn't provided a timeline for when the stop-sale might be lifted, or what quality issue exactly triggered it. Of note, production has already started, so the problem must have been really important to not reach customers. This isn't the first time that GM has issued a stop-sale order. In 2023, GM halted sales of the Chevy Blazer EV due to software issues, while in 2016, it stopped selling certain SUVs over incorrect fuel economy labels. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Auto Blog
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
2025 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition Gallery: See GMC's Premium Off-Road Brawler in Photos
The 2025 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition is built to handle the rough stuff, but it looks sharp doing it. With its wide, planted stance, bold grille, and no-nonsense detailing, it shows up ready for the trail. Let's take a look at what makes it stand out. 1 Source: Kyle Edward 0:08 / 0:09 2025 Ford Explorer vs 2025 Chevrolet Traverse: Which is America's best family hauler? Watch More The front of the 2025 GMC Canyon AT4X commands attention with a bold grille that asserts the truck's presence on the trail. Sharp LED headlights frame it, giving a modern, aggressive look. 2 Source: Kyle Edward The AEV Edition (American Expedition Vehicles Edition) is a specialized package that upgrades the AT4X with distinct, branded steel bumpers, robust skid plates, unique wheels, and specific badging, among other off-road features. 3 Source: Kyle Edward Its factory lift provides increased ground clearance and 17-inch wheels with 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler mud-terrain tires for superior traction and durability. Dark fender flares protect the body while accommodating the larger tires. 4 Source: Kyle Edward A closer look at the truck's wheels—they are AEV-exclusive, finished in gloss black, and beadlock capable. 5 Source: Kyle Edward Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. The AT4X AEV Edition rides on Multimatic DSSV spool-valve dampers. Instead of basic shims, these use precision spool valves to adapt on the fly. On the road, this allows the truck to feel surprisingly refined; off-road, it soaks up big hits like a champ. 6 Source: Kyle Edward The truck comes loaded with an advanced camera offering a 360-degree bird's-eye view with up to ten different angles and even underbody cameras that let you play your own spotter off-road. There's Hitch View and Hitch Guidance for towing, and it's all run through the large touchscreen with wireless CarPlay, Android Auto, and Google built-in. 7 Source: Kyle Edward From the plush upholstery accented with contrasting stitching to the red-trimmed air vent and 'AT4X' branding that reinforces its top-tier off-road pedigree, the truck's interior successfully strikes a balance between luxurious design and rugged functionality. 8 Source: Kyle Edward The dash layout feels purpose-built with an 11.3-inch touchscreen and a crisp 8-inch digital gauge display front and center. The multi-function steering wheel gives you easy access to key controls without taking your hands off the wheel or eyes off the road. It's all angled toward the driver in a way that actually makes sense. 9 Source: Kyle Edward All Canyons, including the AT4X EV Edition, feature a turbocharged 2.7-liter inline-four engine, delivering a more than respectable 310 horses and 430 pound-ft of torque. It mates with an eight-speed automatic transmission. 10 Source: Kyle Edward All Canyon trims come with a four-door cab and a 5.5-foot bed, with your choice of rear- or four-wheel drive. Towing tops out at a best-in-class 7,700 pounds. About the Author Michelle Nati View Profile
New York Post
25-06-2025
- New York Post
Driver pulled over to guzzle a beer before getting busted going 122 mph: police
From 'Miller Time' to jail time. A driver clocked going 122 mph by cops admitted to pulling over on the highway to chug a beer, authorities in Connecticut said. Carlos Gallegos-Loja, 23, of Brockton, Massachusetts, was first spotted by state police after he pulled over to the side of the road in his Chevrolet Traverse at around 1 a.m. on Sunday on I-84 West in West Hartford, according to a statement from Connecticut State Police. All of the SUV's occupants were outside of the vehicle at the time, according to state police, who drove off before returning to check on them. But by then, the car had gone, police said. Carlos Gallegos-Loja, 23, admitted to pulling over to drink a beer before speeding off. Connecticut State Police The SUV was spotted shortly afterward by a different state trooper traveling 122 mph in a 65 mph zone and failing to stay in one lane several miles away, according to state police. Gallegos-Loja showed 'clear signs of impairment' when he was pulled over by troopers, including slow actions and slow speech, state police said. Open alcohol containers were also spotted in the SUV, and Gallegos-Loja admitted that the first time he had pulled over, it was so he could chug a beer, according to police. He was clocked going 122 mph in a 65 mph by Connecticut State Troopers. Connecticut State Police 'When questioned about stopping … Gallegos-Loja explained that he had pulled over to drink a beer then continued on his way westbound,' police said in their statement. Gallegos-Loja failed field sobriety testing and was promptly arrested. He faces multiple charges including reckless driving, driving under the influence, illegal operation of a motor vehicle without minimum insurance, failure to drive in the proper lane on a limited access highway, improper parking, operating a motor vehicle without a license and drinking while driving. Gallegos-Loja was freed on $1,000 bond and is due to appear in Hartford Superior Court on July 15.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Yahoo
Union County reports two separate one-vehicle fatalities on Highway 34 last week
Jun. 9—A Clarinda man and an Osceola woman were killed in separate Union County one-vehicle accidents five days apart. According to a Union County Sheriff's report, in the early hours of Tuesday, June 3, a 1983 Honda motorcycle, driven by John Pace, 54, of Clarinda, was traveling eastbound on Highway 34 when it didn't navigate the turn properly. The motorcycle traveled into the north ditch of the highway where it came to a rest on its side and Pace was located on the ground south of the motorcycle. The accident was found around 4 a.m. by a driver of a semi who had seen the lights and turned around to check. Pace was deceased at the scene and has been taken for autopsy. The investigation is ongoing. On June 8, the Union County Sheriff's Office received numerous 911 calls at approximately 11:50 a.m. regarding a reckless driver who was all over the roadway eastbound on Highway 34 past Highway 169. As the vehicle was close to the Clarke County line and without a Union County deputy in the area, a call was transferred to Clarke County. Union County was then advised that the vehicle, a 2015 Chevrolet Traverse, driven by San Vega, 43, of Osceola, was involved in an accident at mile marker 102 in Union County where it went off the roadway, down an embankment and came to rest in the Grand River. The caller told Clarke County they were able to get the Traverse stopped on the side of the road. When they went to put the vehicle in park, it was instead put into reverse. Vega lost consciousness and lifted her foot off the brake, causing the vehicle to reverse down the hill. Witnesses were unable to stop the vehicle. A Clarke County deputy and first responders arrived on scene after the car went down the hill. They were able to get Vega out of the vehicle before it became fully submerged in the water. Vega was transported by an ATV from the water to the Clarke County ambulance to be transferred to Methodist Hospital in Des Moines where she was declared deceased. Medics reported to deputies they smelled alcohol on or around her person. The investigation is ongoing. This is the third vehicle fatality reported in Union County this year.
