Sourcing parts can be a big issue with many used cars - especially as models start to age. Car manufacturers also sometimes revamp their lines and totally drop models we may not expect. Some of the most biggest models that will be #RIP for the 2026 model year include:
Acura TLX and ZDX
Cadillac XT6
Chevrolet Malibu
Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
Dodge Hornet
Ford F-150 Lightning
Genesis Electrified G80
Jaguar F-Pace
Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, Wagoneer, and Wrangler 4xe
Kia Soul
Lexus RC and RC F
Nissan Ariya, Kicks Play, and Versa
Subaru Legacy
Tesla Model S and Model X
Volkswagen ID. Buzz
Volvo S90 and V60 Cross Country
For details on why these models are being discontinued, check out the writeup on Cars.com.
Interesting tidbits around the car world
I’ve heard of the 60/40 portfolio when it comes to investing, but should folks consider a 50/50 portfolio when it comes to vehicle ownership (50% Gas-Powered, 50% EV)?
The car-buying service world intrigues me. Mike does a nice job sharing anecdotes he sees with his buyers. In this one, sticker shock is a thing!
The 10-Second Rule When Starting Your Car (attention: cold weather citizens!)
The Top-10 Most Expensive Cars to Insure are straight eye candy.
The proliferation of charging stations should ease worries for those on the fence on whether they want an EV. I have a detached garage so I am debating if I ever want to do the work necessary to install a charger (assuming I ever get serious on buying an EV).
Thanks for reading everybody!
-Paul