Happy Friday.
I checked in at the Seattle International Auto Show today.
Here is a sample of the dream machines that were on display.
The all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning, MSRP $72,905. There was a salesperson nearby with a mike, promoting it, but these EV trucks are not selling well at all. Ford has stopped production of these for now, with rumors that its production might be canceled altogether.The 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-door (there is a 2-door as well), outfitted with the Willys package (MSRP $45,305).Another look at the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 4-door.The largest of Volkswagen’s SUV offerings, the Atlas Cross Sport (MSRP starting at $38,300).The Toyota LandCruiser’s storied history began in 1951 with the “Toyota BJ,” a military-style vehicle developed for the Korean War and the Japan’s National Police Reserve. It was officially renamed the LandCruiser in 1954, inspired by the “Land Rover”. [Source: Google AI Overview] 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser has an MSRP of $57,200 for the entry-level 1958 trim, and the premium trim starts at $63,275.The 2026 Ford Bronco Raptor is a high-performance off-road SUV with an MSRP of around $80,000.The 2026 Chevy Silverado EV truck in the new Trail Boss trim, with the Extended Range starting at $72,095 and the Max Range at $88,695 MSRP.The 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid is a new option from the Hyundai lineup, featuring a 2.5L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, two electric motors, and a 1.7 kWh battery to produce a combined 329 horsepower. [Source: Google AI Overview]The 2025 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 is a luxury performance SUV that will blow a $150,000 hole in your bank account. It has a hybrid-assisted* 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engine producing 603 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque. *With a small electric motor and a low-voltage battery to improve fuel efficiency and performance.A close-up of the badge on the hood of the Mercedes-AMG GLS 63.The 2026 Volkswagen ID. Buzz is an electric vehicle with a combination of retro style and modern technology, featuring an updated interior with enhanced materials and larger digital displays. MSRP around $60,000. [Source: Google AI Overview].The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible (MSRP for this car and its trim about $91k).And the grandest of all the vintage cars on display: a 1939 Lincoln Zephyr. The Lincoln-Zephyr is a line of luxury cars that was produced by the Lincoln division of Ford from 1936 until 1942.
