Tom’s Guide Awards 2026: All our favorite cars of the year from EVs to hybrids and more

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Vehicle Tech Tom’s Guide Awards 2026: All our favorite cars of the year from EVs to hybrids and more News By Tom's Guide Staff Published 14 September 2026 The rides we tested and loved driving on the open road When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. From SUVs fit for the whole family to premium EVs, budget-friendly hybrids, and plug-in models, John has put them all through their paces.For the Tom’s Guide Awards 2026, we tackled range anxiety head-on with the latest EVs while keeping a spotlight on traditional gas-powered vehicles. And the 2026 Audi RS e-tron GT is engineered to trigger an immediate reaction before you ever glance at the numbers.While the EV landscape is increasingly crowded, Audi prioritizes a commanding street presence worthy of Tony Stark.

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▪Vehicle Tech Tom’s Guide Awards 2026: All our favorite cars of the year from EVs to hybrids and more News By Tom's Guide Staff Published 14 September 2026 The rides we tested and loved driving on the open road When you purchase through link
▪From SUVs fit for the whole family to premium EVs, budget-friendly hybrids, and plug-in models, John has put them all through their paces.For the Tom’s Guide Awards 2026, we tackled range anxiety head-on with the latest EVs while keeping a
▪And the 2026 Audi RS e-tron GT is engineered to trigger an immediate reaction before you ever glance at the numbers.While the EV landscape is increasingly crowded, Audi prioritizes a commanding street presence worthy of Tony Stark.

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Vehicle Tech Tom’s Guide Awards 2026: All our favorite cars of the year from EVs to hybrids and more News By Tom's Guide Staff Published 14 September 2026 The rides we tested and loved driving on the open road When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Tom's Guide) Jump To: Best EV Best Plug-In Hybrid Best Value Best SUV Best Pickup Truck Most Efficient Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Choosing your next ride is no easy task, especially with so many great options out there.

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