CARS & CONCEPTS: New or refreshed offerings from Buick, Kia, VW and more

Emblazoned with the brand’s new tri-shield crest, the 2024 Buick Encore GX made its global debut at the Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto in February. The updated subcompact crossover takes front-end design cues from the Buick Wildcat EV concept, gaining distinctive “winged” headlamps and a more stylized grille. Updated technology inside is built around Buick’s Virtual Cockpit System. Other vehicles in the lineup are available in the luxury-minded Avenir trim level, and now it’s the Encore GX’s turn. The updated model is scheduled to arrive at Canadian dealerships in late spring. Pricing has not been announced.