"The team scrutinized all new cars available for sale as 2025 and early release 2026 models to name the 10 best for your consideration," said Jason Fogelson, managing editor for Autotrader.

The list is created using five criteria: assembly location, parts content, engine origin, transmission origin and U.S.

As hybrid cars and electric vehicles proliferate, more and more shoppers are seriously considering the fuel-saving technology ...