NEW INTERIOR FOR 2026 CORVETTE, 2026 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE TEASED, 2026 COMPASS REVEALED + MORE! WEEKLY

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This weekly automotive news roundup covers several significant updates and reveals. The 2026 Corvette receives a much-needed interior redesign, addressing the 'wall of buttons' complaint with a cleaner layout, larger screens, and a new PTM Pro mode. The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is teased with minor exterior tweaks and an updated interior, while the 2026 Jeep Compass is revealed for Europe with a new platform, improved dimensions, and multiple powertrain options including mild-hybrid, PHEV, and EV variants, though its US market availability is uncertain due to tariffs. The Ram Rampage, a small unibody truck, is being considered for the US market, potentially as a Maverick competitor. Toyota refreshes the 2026 Corolla Cross with styling and interior updates, and introduces a limited-run 2026 Corolla FX Edition. Audi unveils the plug-in hybrid versions of the A6. Mercedes-AMG teases an electric halo sedan, and the electric Ferrari's debut is pushed to Spring 2026. Volvo announces the return of the XC70 nameplate as a plug-in hybrid SUV, primarily for China. Surprisingly, Yugo is planning a comeback with a new hatchback-like vehicle. Mitsubishi will offer a rebadged Nissan Leaf in 2026. McLaren has a new CEO, and US tariffs on UK autos are lowered to 10%, with a 100,000-vehicle export limit. Finally, the EU temporarily relaxes emissions regulations for automakers.