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U.S. News Announces the 2026 Best Vehicle Brand and Best CPO Program Awards

On Nov. 20, 2025, U.S. News & World Report announced in Washington its 2026 Best Vehicle Brand and Best Certified Pre-Owned Program awards, naming Honda, Hyundai, Ram, Genesis, Ford, Lucid, and Lexus winners.
Two new categories now expand the 2026 U.S. News Best Vehicle Brands awards to showcase electric vehicle brands, evaluating 39 brands across six segments amid historic EV growth.
U.S. News Best Cars averaged overall brand scores in each award class, while U.S. News Best Certified Pre-Owned Program judged warranty coverage duration, trip-interruption reimbursement and roadside assistance.
Honda secured its fifth straight Best Car Brand title, with high scores for the Civic and Civic Type R, while Ram extended its Best Truck Brand streak to seven years and Lexus won its ninth consecutive Best Certified Pre-Owned Program.
Ford claimed the inaugural Best Electric Vehicle Brand and Lucid earned the debut Best Luxury Electric Vehicle Brand, while U.S. News Best Cars supports shoppers throughout the buying journey.

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