
Honda Revives Beloved Element as $30K Hybrid by 2029
The cult-favorite Honda Element is making a comeback as an affordable hybrid SUV. After 15 years off the market, the boxy vehicle could return in 2029 with a starting price around $30,000.
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The cult-favorite Honda Element is making a comeback as an affordable hybrid SUV. After 15 years off the market, the boxy vehicle could return in 2029 with a starting price around $30,000.
Electric vehicle sales are rebounding after a tough year, with 215,000 new EVs sold in Q1 2026 and a record-breaking 100,000 used EVs finding new owners. The best part? The price gap between electric and gas cars just hit an all-time low.

The price gap between electric and gas-powered cars just hit its smallest point in years. For the first time, going electric is becoming a realistic choice for everyday buyers.

Electric vehicles are now just $6,500 more expensive than gas cars on average, the smallest price gap ever recorded. February brought lower EV prices and bigger discounts, making electric cars more affordable than ever for American families.