When it's time for the company team building event, you're standing ready to drive your whole squad in the 2026 Subaru Ascent. Subuary's range topper is a practical three-row SUV that prioritizes comfort, versatility, and everyday capability. Standard all-wheel drive and seating for up to eight make it well suited to grab your team and head to lunch or out to the job site.

Inside, the cabin is well suited for full-grown humans. The first two rows of seats provide generous head, shoulder and legroom, with supportive, cozy seats that work well for long drives. Second-row captain's chairs are available at no extra cost, providing extra legroom for your guests. Cargo space is expansive for any materials or gear you might need to haul as well.

The 260-hp turbocharged 2.4-liter flat-four and CVT deliver surprising pep and smooth ride for a car that uses so little gas. The suspension provides a comfortable ride and effectively absorbs rough roads insuring that you and your team arrive composed, unused and ready for action.

Whether you're hauling a load of supplies to the job or driving your team to the meeting, The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 is a spacious, three-row electric SUV designed with max functionality and passenger comfort in mind. Its lounge-like cabin can accommodate six or seven passengers, offering flexible seating and thoughtful storage solutions. Front occupants benefit from Relaxation Seats with dynamic massage, while the sliding center console provides second-row passengers with easier access and creates a pass-through between the front seats. The available swiveling second-row seats could further enhance flexibility by allowing passengers to face the third row. So have that breakout session in the back and let's hash the Q4 plan out.

Cargo capacity is strong for a three-row EV, with 22 cubic feet behind the third row and 46 cubic feet with it folded. With all seats lowered, the Ioniq 9 can accommodate substantial amounts of cargo, while a small frunk adds additional storage. All versions of the Ioniq 9's power plant provide over 300 miles of range, plenty for a day trip to Santa Barbara and back.

The Ioniq 9's suspension is tuned to favor a smooth, composed ride, while sustainable materials-including recycled plastics, wool, and synthetic leather-create a modern, inviting interior. Functionality is further enhanced by seven USB-C ports across all three rows, wireless charging, digital-key technology, and EV route planning that helps locate charging stations.

The 2026 Audi A8, that flagship sedan from Audi, combines understated luxury with sophisticated technology and convenience features benefitting a captain of industry. Its 335-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 works with a 48-volt hybrid system, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive to create a smooth, effortless driving experience. . With 331 lb-ft of torque available from low engine speeds, the A8 is surprisingly spry, reaching 60 mph in 5.3 seconds. An adjustable air suspension improves ride comfort while maintaining good body control, and extensive sound insulation creates an exceptionally quiet cabin. It's perfect for discussing trade secrets in private.

The spacious interior provides generous legroom in both rows, while optional rear seats can add heating, ventilation, massage, and even foot-massage functions. You'll be arguing about who gets to ride in the back. The Luxury package adds four-wheel steering, front-seat massage, heated armrests, and acoustic glass, while the Executive package adds upgraded leather, advanced headlights, and additional driver-assistance technology. At this point the only things the A8 appears to lack are armor plating and a machine gun turret.

The A8 features Audi's 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit plus a dual-screen MMI system with a 10.1-inch infotainment display and 8.6-inch climate-control screen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto make smartphone connectivity convenient, while a 17-speaker Bang & Olufsen system is standard. So fire up that opera playlist and pretend Pavarotti is serenading you from the back seat.

Standard safety equipment includes automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and parking sensors. Three years of complimentary maintenance completes the premium experience of owning the A8.

It clearly feels like that at some point in the future it maybe required to have a pilot's license to drive Porsche EVs. The all-electric Porsche Cayenne Turbo has true supercar performance housed in it's low slung SUV body. Its dual-motor powertrain produces a over 1,100 horsepower, enabling a 0-60-mph time well under three seconds. Despite weighing nearly three tons, the Cayenne Turbo EV demonstrates impressive cornering stability and lateral grip, giving it a surprisingly athletic character.

Its low roofline and available 22-inch wheels also give it a sportier, wagon-like profile opposed to a conventional SUV appearance. Given that it will mostly appear like a blur while in motion, people will have to enjoy it's good looks in the valet line.

The battery uses pouch-type cells assembled into six modules, with cooling layers applied around the modules for thermal management. The resulting battery pack is a thin, flat aluminum structure integrated into the vehicle's skateboard-style chassis. Porsche is producing these packs in a largely automated facility before transporting them to the Cayenne production plant. This new technology will enable Porsche to retain is classic design sensibility while employing it's use in multiple models.

Inside, the Cayenne Turbo EV is classic Porsche. The cabin is notably quiet, premium, and extremely screen-focused, with the largest total screen area ever offered in a Porsche. Newly designed seats aim to balance support and comfort, while heating is available for the seats and at various cabin touch points.

Multiple drive modes provide different synthetic sound profiles, including a V-8-inspired effect in Sport Plus. Overall, the Cayenne Turbo EV sits at the bleeding edge of supercar EVs, employing sophisticated battery technology, advanced digital interfaces, and luxury-oriented comfort to create a true best in class electric SUV.

The Toyota Crown model, newly introduced in 2026 is the most luxurious Toyota ever. The Signia is the Crown's wagon iteration, so let's get to work.

All Crown models come with a standard all-wheel-drive hybrid system combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with three electric motors and a continuously variable transmission to produce 240 horsepower. With a focus on comfort and road comportment, the power of the Crown is ample but restrained.

The powertrain delivers excellent fuel economy, with EPA estimates of 39 mpg city, 37 mpg highway, and 38 mpg combined. So the quiet luxurious Crown is great for those with large areas to cover for work or even an extra long commute.

The five-seat cabin is generous and roomy, with standard leather upholstery. Heated front and rear seats and ventilated front seats are available even on the XLE, while the Limited adds a panoramic sunroof and optional 360-degree camera system. Cargo capacity is also practical, accommodating 25 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats and over twice that with rear seats folded.

Technology is centered around standard 12.3-inch infotainment and digital gauge displays. Safety technology is comprehensive, including adaptive cruise control, automated emergency braking, pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keeping assist. Two years of complimentary maintenance and a 10-year/150,000-mile battery warranty make this a true luxury car from Toyota, and a keeper for years to come.