2026 Subaru Unchartered GT AWD: The Brand’s Compact Electric Vehicle

Highlight: The youthful-looking compact Subaru is also offered in a front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configuration.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $45,720 (Base Premium MSRP): $36,470

Seating Capacity: 5 (4 realistically)

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; 360-degree camera; front passenger sensors; a stability control system; traction control; red-painted front and rear brake calipers with Brembo front brakes; automatic emergency braking system; tire inflator/sealant kit; and a tire pressure kit

2026 Nissan Sentra SR: The Brand’s Compact Sedan

  

Highlight: The Sentra offers a text messaging assistant.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $30,295 (Base Mazda3): $23,845

Seating Capacity: 4 or 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; rear view monitoring; stability control; a tire pressure monitoring system; high beam assist; lane departure prevention; auto hold brake feature; lane departure feature; traction control system; and a hillstart assist feature

September 2026 Prostate Cancer Screening and Resource Guide for Black Men

A mobile prostate cancer screening bus 

September is officially Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.  This guide is designed as a resource and educational tool for Black men. 

To kick off Prostate Cancer Awareness month, SiriusXM's UrbanView 126 Clay Cane had one of the most engaging talks with Dr. Linda McIntrye. McIntrye is one of the former past presidents of R. Frank Jones, the Black Urological Association. 

In the engaging 30-minute conversation, Clay, a New York Times bestseller, asked questions every man always wanted to know about the prostate and prostate cancer. They tackled everything from the correlation between masturbation and prostate cancer to digital rectal exams and blood tests to debunking many of the myths related to erectile dysfunction and pumpkin seeds. Added to that, they discussed the pros and cons of methods to cure the disease as well as the association between breast cancer and prostate cancer risks with family members.

Ironically, many of the urologists and health care workers aren't armed with the information needed to answer the questions Black men have related to the prostate and prostate cancer. Some of that may be due to cultural incompetency and other factors.  The must-here conversation is available on demand via the subscription-based SiriusXM app until Tuesday, September 8. You can listen by signing up for a free trial or contact 1-866-635- 2349. 

2026 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X Crew Cab 4X4: The Brand’s V6 Midsized Truck

 

Highlight: The Frontier is available with an optional Roush performance package. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $54,743 (Base S MSRP): $35,665

Seating Capacity: 4 or 5

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a blind spot warning system; rear cross traffic alert system; rear sonar system rear automatic braking; high beam assist;

2026 Lexus GX 550 Overtrail 4WD: The Brand’s Midsize Two-Row SUV

Highlight: The Toyota Land Cruiser shares the same design theme and many of the components as the Lexus GX.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $77,080 (Base GX): $67,735 (Non AWD)

Seating Capacity: 5 or 7 (depending upon the trim)

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; rear view monitoring; stability control; traction control system; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system; a rear cross traffic alert system; a hill start assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2026 Honda Pilot Elite AWD: The Brand’s Flagship Three-Row Crossover

 

Highlight: The Pilot is now outfitted with a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $54,900 (Base – FWD): $43,690

Seating Capacity: 8

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a backup camera; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; an automatic dimming rearview mirror; rear cross traffic avoidance; a forward collision braking system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system a road departure mitigation system; a blind spot information with rear cross traffic monitor; auto dimming side mirrors; and a tire pressure monitoring system

The 2027 GV90: Genesis New Flagship Is All-Electric

2027 Kia Telluride X-Pro SX Prestige AWD: The Brand’s Flagship 4-Cylinder, Three-Row SUV

 

Highlight:  A hybrid model is available.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $59,580 (Base SE Trim MSRP): $40,738

Seating Capacity: 7 or 8

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a rearview camera; a surround view monitor with forward ground view; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; rear cross traffic avoidance; a lane keep assist system; a lane following assist system; a high beam assist; a forward collision assist system; a vehicle stability system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a hill start assist; a hill start assist system; dash camera; a temporary spare tire and a tire pressure monitoring system

2026 Infiniti QX80 Sport 4WD: The Flagship SUV Newest Trim

Highlight: Depending on the trim, the QX80 is accessorized with hands-free highway driving. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $108,160 (Base Rear wheel drive QX80): $87,835

Seating Capacity: 7 (depending upon the trim)

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a 360-degree camera; a stability control system; traction control system; a blind spot monitoring system; predictive forward collision warning; rear automatic braking; trailer blind spot warning; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system; a rear cross traffic alert system; a hill start assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2026 Toyota Sequoia TRD PRO: The Brand’s Fullsize Three-Row Hybrid SUV

 

Highlight: A 6-cylinder hybrid powertrain fuels all of the Sequoias.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $88,486 (Base SR5 MSRP): $67,120

Seating Capacity: 7

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; a rear camera; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a rear cross traffic alert system; and a tire pressure monitoring system; a multi-terrain select and crawl control system monitor; 4WD demand; and a pre-collision system

Standard Equipment (on test vehicle): 18-inch BBS forge aluminum wheels; 10-speed automatic transmission; red push button ignition starter system; a three zone automatic climate control system; driver select mode for towing/hauling; transfer case and electric locking rear differential; TRD off-road suspension with FOX shocks; auto leveling headlights; Toyota grille with LED Light bar; TRD aluminum skid plates; heated/ventilated front seats; leather like seating power folding sliding third-row seats; heated leather steering wheel; adjustable cargo shelf; and power liftgate with flip-up glass

2026 Mazda Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus AWD: The Brand’s Only Sedan

Highlight: It's available as a compact car or hatchback.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $39,145 (Base Mazda3): $25,885

Seating Capacity: 4

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; rear view monitoring; stability control; a blind spot monitoring system; a lane departure warning system; a rear cross traffic alert system; a hill start assist system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2026 Acura Integra A-Spec Tech Hatchback with a Manual Transmission

 

Highlight: The Integra shares a platform with the Honda Civic.  

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $40,495 (Base – FWD): $34,695

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a backup camera; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; rear cross traffic avoidance; a forward collision braking system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system a road departure mitigation system; a blind spot information with rear cross traffic monitor; parking sensors (front and rear); tire repair kit; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2026 Lexus IS 350 F Sport: The Brand’s Sporty Four Door Sedan

 

Highlight: The IS is no longer available with a 4 or 8-cylinder engine. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $55,333 (Base MSRP): $41,830

Seating Capacity: 4

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bag; pre-collision system with pedestrian protection; lane departure alert; an automatic high beam system; an electronic blind spot monitor; a left-turn detection braking system; a 36-degree camera; and tire pressure sensors

2026 Hyundai Tuscon XRT AWD: The Brand’s Quasi- Off Road Compact Crossover

 

Highlight:  The Tuscon is Hyundai's best-selling vehicle.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $37,065 (Base SE Trim MSRP): $31,350

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a rearview camera; a surround view monitor with forward ground view; a blind spot collision avoidance assist; rear cross traffic avoidance; a lane keep assist system; a lane following assist system; a high beam assist; a forward collision assist system; a vehicle stability system; a ti;XRTre pressure monitoring system; a hill start assist; a hill start assist system; Bluelink; dash camera; a temporary spare tire and a tire pressure monitoring system

Standard Equipment (XRT): 18-inch wheels; 8-speed automatic transmission; AWD;  black front and rear lower fascia; XRT-exclusive exterior cladding; exclusive body side cladding; roof side rails; rear tow hitch; push button ignition starter; handsfree power liftgate; dual automatic temperature control; leather-like seating; power driver’s seat with lumbar support; heated front seats; power driver’s seat with lumbar support; heated exterior mirrors; rear spoiler; trailer pre-wiring; dual level cargo floor; and leather wrapped steering wheel

Options: carpeted floor mats; and pearl white exterior paint

Other Trim Levels:

Standard Audio On Test Vehicle: AM/FM/HD/SiriusXM

Android/Apple CarPlay: Yes (test model)

Bluetooth Connectivity: Standard

USB Connectivity: Standard

Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles

Powertrain Warranty: 10 years or 100,000 miles

Standard Engine/Horsepower (Test Vehicle): 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder /187-hp

Recommended Fuel: Regular

Standard Fuel Mileage: 33-city/25-hwy (test model)

Towing: 2,750 lbs (test model)

What’s New: Its essentially a carryover model for the 2026 model year. However, a new terrain mode has been added.

Why:

Offers a new terrain mode

Available in a front wheel drive or an AWD configuration

Like the segment leader the RAV4, a hybrid and a plug-in model are available

A high-level of standard safety driving aids

Stylish athletic design

Heated front seats

One of the top new car warranties in the segment

car-like ride

But:

No sunroof on test model

Needs more horsepower

No wireless charging on test model

Test model too pricey

 

Verdict: The compact Tuscon is Hyundai's bestselling model. Like the segment competitor, the Toyota RAV4, the Tuscon is in every category. The Tuscon offers a gasoline, a hybrid and a plug-in model. 

At a starting price of $31,350, the current generation Tuscon is available in a variety of trims in either a front wheel drive or an all-wheel drive configuration.

We spent time behind the wheel of the brand's Tuscon XRT. Its Hyundai's version of an off-road vehicle, offering the appearance package with some of its black out features as well as a new terrain mode. 

Being that a newly designed Terrain is on the horizon in 2027, Hyundai didn't make any significant changes this model year. We also must note the Tuscon received a midcycle update in 2025.

Overall, the vehicle is a great alternative for the newly designed hard-to-get Toyota RAV4 due to supply constraints. Also, the compact crossover offers one of the top new car warranties in the segment. 

Competition: Chevy Equinox, GMC Terrain, Toyota RAV4, and Nissan Rogue