Audi has confirmed it will expand its hybrid lineup in the United States as the brand works to meet growing demand for electrified vehicles.

Audi is preparing to expand its hybrid lineup in the United States after acknowledging the growing demand for electrified vehicles. The announcement comes as the German automaker looks to strengthen its position in a market where hybrid sales continue to outpace fully electric vehicles.

According to Audi of America President Vito Paladino, the company is evaluating which models should receive hybrid powertrains to better meet customer demand.

Audi Plans a Bigger Hybrid Lineup

Speaking during the launch of the new Audi Q9, Paladino confirmed that additional hybrid models are on the way.

“We will have hybrids in our lineup,” he said, adding that Audi is reviewing which vehicle segments require electrified options.

The move comes after Audi reported lower U.S. sales during the first half of 2026, while electric vehicles represented only a small portion of the brand’s total deliveries.

Audi plans to expand its hybrid lineup in the United States over the coming years.

Competition Already Offers More Choices

Audi enters the expanding hybrid market later than several of its premium rivals.

Today:

• BMW offers multiple plug-in hybrid models, including the X5.
• Mercedes-Benz sells a broad range of plug-in hybrid SUVs.
• Lexus offers hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains across most of its lineup.

Audi currently has two confirmed hybrid performance models expected for the U.S. market:

• Audi Nuvolari
• Audi RS 5

However, the company is expected to introduce hybrid technology in higher-volume models to increase its competitiveness.

Audi aims to close the gap with premium rivals that already offer extensive hybrid lineups.

Best-Selling SUVs Could Receive Hybrid Power

Because Audi already offers hybrid technology in several global markets, the company may be able to bring additional electrified models to the United States without waiting for full redesigns.

Popular SUVs such as the Q5 are widely expected to receive plug-in hybrid variants, while Audi continues evaluating other models that could benefit from electrification.

The strategy allows the brand to respond more quickly to shifting consumer demand while leveraging hybrid technology already available within the Volkswagen Group.

Audi’s best-selling SUVs are expected to play a key role in the brand’s hybrid expansion.

Ferrari has confirmed its production is fully booked through 2027, with strong global demand driving orders despite an evolving model lineup.

Ferrari continues to break sales records. The Italian automaker has confirmed that its entire production through 2027 is already sold out, meaning customers placing a new order today will likely have to wait until 2028 for delivery.

Strong worldwide demand continues to fuel Ferrari’s success as the company expands its lineup with new models while retiring others.

Ferrari’s Order Books Are Completely Full

Ferrari says demand remains strong across every major market. As a result, every available production slot through 2027 has already been reserved.

The company is currently ramping up deliveries of several new models, including:

• Ferrari Amalfi
• Ferrari 849 Testarossa
• Ferrari 296 Speciale
• Ferrari 296 Speciale A

Meanwhile, production of the 296 GTS, Roma Spider, and SF90 XX models is coming to an end as Ferrari prepares its next generation of vehicles.

Ferrari has confirmed that every production slot through 2027 has already been reserved.

Hybrid Models Continue to Gain Momentum

Ferrari delivered 6,802 vehicles during the first half of 2026. Although that figure is 285 units lower than last year, customer demand remains exceptionally strong.

Europe, the Middle East, and Africa represented nearly half of total deliveries.

The brand’s current sales mix includes:

• 70% gasoline-powered models
• 30% hybrid models

Ferrari has also expanded its portfolio with the Handling Speciale package for the Purosangue and the recently introduced 12Cilindri Manuale, which sold out shortly after its unveiling.anuale, which immediately sold out after its debut.

Ferrari’s growing lineup of combustion and hybrid models continues attracting buyers worldwide.

More Ferrari Models Are Still on the Way

Ferrari promised to unveil five new models during 2026. So far, three have made their debut:

• Amalfi Spider
• Luce
• 12Cilindri Manuale

Additional launches are expected before the end of the year. Industry speculation points to a more track-focused 296 Speciale variant, while recent prototypes suggest an F80 Aperta could also arrive soon.

CEO Benedetto Vigna says Ferrari now offers the most complete lineup in the company’s history, giving customers more choices than ever while maintaining the brand’s exclusivity.

Ferrari is preparing more launches despite having its production sold out through 2027.

Lancia Corse HF arrives at Rally Finland with five Ypsilon Rally2 HF Integrale entries as it continues its fight for the 2026 WRC2 Teams’ Championship.

Five-Car Lineup Ready for Finland

Leading the factory effort will be Nikolay Gryazin and co-driver Konstantin Aleksandrov, who arrive after their victory in Japan and currently occupy sixth place in the WRC2 standings.

They will be joined by:

• Yohan Rossel / Arnaud Dunand
• Léo Rossel / Guillaume Mercoiret
• Pablo Sarrazin / Yannick Roche
• Conner Martell / Alessandro Gelsomino

The five-car lineup highlights the growing international presence of the Lancia Ypsilon Rally2 HF Integrale as the brand continues its return to top-level rally competition.

Lancia will compete with five Ypsilon Rally2 HF Integrale cars at Rally Finland.

One of the Toughest Events in the WRC

Held around Jyväskylä, Rally Finland is famous for its extremely fast gravel roads, blind crests and spectacular jumps, with average speeds exceeding 120 km/h.

The 2026 edition introduces a significantly revised route, with approximately 65% of the competitive distance different from last year’s event.

The rally concludes with the brand-new 30.02-kilometer Himos-Jämsä stage, which will also serve as the Wolf Power Stage.

Rally Finland remains one of the fastest and most challenging events on the WRC calendar.

Lancia Eyes Valuable Championship Points

Lancia Team Principal Didier Clément said the team completed an extensive testing program specifically designed for Finland’s unique roads and believes the preparation has expanded the car’s competitiveness across different rally conditions.

Despite acknowledging the strong challenge posed by local Nordic drivers, Clément expressed confidence that the team has the pace and determination to fight for valuable championship points while continuing the development of the Ypsilon Rally2 HF Integrale on one of the toughest events of the season.

With both the Teams’ and Drivers’ championships still wide open, Rally Finland could prove to be one of the defining weekends of Lancia’s WRC2 campaign.

Lancia hopes to strengthen its WRC2 title challenge during Rally Finland.