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Omari Gardner
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Director of Content and Commentary, overseeing coverage of Toyota, Lexus, Volkswagen, Audi, Jaguar Land Rover and regulatory issues

Latest from Omari Gardner

2026 Subaru Outback is rougher, buffer on the outside, more refined inside

Redesigned for the 2026 model year, the seventh-generation Subaru Outback sheds its wagon-like exterior in favor of a boxy appearance with a slightly wider stance that suggests it’s built for brawn and practicality.

2026 Subaru Solterra EV gets longer range, more power and other upgrades as competition heats up

Three years after its debut, Subaru’s first electric vehicle is getting a host of significant powertrain, performance, in-cabin technology and design upgrades intended to make it more competitive in compact crossover segment.

10 federal policies that shaped the modern auto industry

As Automotive News celebrates its 100-year anniversary, we are taking a look at today’s topics through both a historic and future lens. This installment looks at how federal regulations influence the industry.

Mr. Trump’s wild ride

“Roller coaster ride” is a cliché, but I’m guessing automakers, suppliers and retailers are feeling whiplashed — and maybe a bit queasy — after last week.

Column: Why China’s manufacturing prowess is an existential threat to legacy automakers

Does the legacy industry stand a chance against fast and hungry Chinese competitors?

2025 Lexus LX 700h hybrid offers more power, panache — but it doesn’t mind getting dirty

As the largest and final global truck to be electrified in Lexus’ lineup — the large body-on-frame 2025 LX 700h hybrid — begins arriving at dealerships this winter, the flagship SUV’s mission is not necessarily to squeeze more mileage out of a gallon of gasoline.

BMW unveils Panoramic iDrive infotainment system for its future models

Starting at the end of this year, new BMW Neue Klasse models will get Panoramic iDrive, the automaker said at the CES technology expo in Las Vegas.

Toyota Woven City’s 1st phase ready for new residents, who will be tasked with new era of innovation

Toyota Motor Corp. completed Phase 1 of construction in Susono, Japan, near the foot of Mount Fuji. The first 100 residents will be primarily Toyota and Toyota-related personnel and their families, Toyota said at CES.

Column: Preparing for the Trump transition

As Donald Trump assembles his administration and prepares to shake up federal automotive policy, the industry’s various stakeholders are following a number of storylines.

Column: Realities of the EV transition are setting in

There is a downstream consequence of the automaker pullback on EV production plans. Just ask auto suppliers.

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