 2015 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon recalled again for power steering issue
GM has expanded an earlier recall of the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and 2015 GMC Canyon mid-size pickup trucks, the NHTSA announced Monday. A poor electrical connection subject to corrosion in the power steering system can cause the affected vehicles to lose power steering assist and make steering more difficult for the driver. Drivers can still...
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2021 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2021 Toyota 4Runner: Compare SUVs
Off-roading and adventure seeking is a lifestyle. Not everyone cares, but those who do inevitably consider the Toyota 4Runner and Jeep Wrangler as their overlander of choice. The decision becomes a crossroads. These two legendary icons created cult followings long before Tesla made such a thing, but for very different reasons. The 4Runner’s...
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2021 Kia Telluride vs. 2021 VW Atlas: Compare Crossover SUVs
Three-row crossovers have become the hottest thing in suburbia since Five Guys spread across the nation. The 2021 VW Atlas and 2021 Kia Telluride are two large popular family crossover SUVs with lots of space for families. The former keeps things simple while the latter punches above its price class in top trims. The Atlas is the automaker’s...
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Review update: 2021 Toyota Avalon TRD refills the fountain of youth
When we first drove it on the track, we wondered out loud whether a car like the 2021 Toyota Avalon really needed the TRD sport-sedan treatment. The Avalon's prime directive has always been to coddle its passengers in a cocoon of sound deadening and sensory deprivation, without costing them too much: Lexus lite. That began to change with the last...
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Lexus Teammate debuts as hands-free driving system on 2022 LS 500h
Lexus throws its hat into the ring of driver-assist systems that let drivers take their hands off the wheel with its new Lexus Teammate hands-free driving system, Toyota's luxury brand announced Thursday. Lexus joins other hands-free driving systems such as GM's Super Cruise and Tesla's Autopilot, as well as Ford's forthcoming Active Drive Assist...
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2022 Lincoln Aviator SUV price cut to $52,090
The 2022 Lincoln Aviator three-row SUV will get a price cut when it arrives in dealers this summer, a Lincoln spokesperson confirmed to The Car Connection on Wednesday. The price of the luxury SUV drops between $105 on base models to more than $1,000 on plug-in hybrid models from the 2021 Aviator. Mechanically related to the Ford Explorer, the...
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2022 Kia Carnival vs. 2022 Honda Odyssey: Compare Minivans
Who’d have guessed minivans would lead the 2022 new-vehicle parade? With the 2022 Honda Odyssey already on sale—now joined by the Sedona-replacing 2022 Kia Carnival—the early jump on the new model year brings more features, great value, and strong safety for both. Still, one outpoints the other on the TCC Rating scale. It’s...
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2021 Ford Explorer offers less expensive ST and Platinum variants
The most expensive version of the 2021 Ford Explorer three-row SUV now comes with more accessible variants, Ford announced on Thursday. The performance-oriented Ford Explorer ST that launched in 2020 gets a new entry point with the Explorer Enthusiast ST. It uses the same 3.0-liter twin-turbo V-6 that makes 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque (on 93...
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2022 Kia Carnival vs. 2021 Chrysler Pacifica: Compare Minivans
New minivans don’t emerge very often—and while the 2022 Kia Carnival is new and replaces the fuddy old Sedona, it’s no groundbreaker. It does throw a fastball right at our favorite minivan, the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica. The eight-passenger carry-alls score identically at a TCC Rating of 7.2 each. (Read more about how we rate...
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Chevy Silverado electric pickup truck planned with 400-mile range
General Motors confirmed on Tuesday that the Chevrolet Silverado full-size pickup truck will get an all-electric version based on the Hummer EV pickup truck due by the end of this year. An electric version of GM's bestselling vehicle would be built and sold concurrently with the gas- or diesel-powered Chevy Silverado for the foreseeable future...
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2021 Nissan Murano upgrades to Top Safety Pick+
New safety technology and better headlights earned the 2021 Nissan Murano a Top Safety Pick+ from the IIHS, the safety agency announced Tuesday. To earn the automotive industry's highest safety honor, a vehicle must earn "Good" marks on all six crash tests and earn at least "Advanced" ratings on tests for automatic emergency braking. The 2021...
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First drive: 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV looks different, feels Roguish
The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander arrives with a unique redesign that finds the compact crossover SUV sporting new styling on the surface, but a familiar platform underneath shared with the Nissan Rogue. This is the first Mitsubishi produced in conjunction with Nissan, and that closeness conveys a level of familiarity in the new Outlander. Much like...
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2022 Toyota 86 follows path of Subaru BRZ with more power, new features
The 2022 Toyota 86 sports coupe lives on another generation, Toyota announced on Monday. The affordable, rear-wheel-drive sports car follows in the same steps as the 2022 Subaru BRZ announced late last year with a larger engine, better tech, and modest exterior updates. Launched for 2013, the Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ developed out of a partnership...
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2024 GMC Hummer electric SUV ranges from $79,995 to $110,595
The 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV updates the past and points to the future. What was once a militarized all-purpose vehicle brought to civilian roads in the '90s is now a fully-electric SUV capable of traveling on road or off it for more than 300 miles, GM announced Saturday. Unlike the massive Hummer H2 of the early 2000s and its absurd 10 mpg, the...
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Honda and Acura recall nearly every model for a faulty fuel pump
Honda and its luxury brand Acura are recalling nearly every 2019 model and many 2020 models to replace a faulty fuel pump, the automakers announced this week. A defective impeller in the fuel pump could cause the affected vehicles to lose power or stall, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. Honda reported no known crashes or injuries to the...
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Lincoln Aviator joins millions of other vehicles recalled for faulty rearview camera
The 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator is being recalled for a rearview camera that can not display an image when the SUV is in reverse, Ford announced Friday. The intermittent loss of a video feed to the display screen when the vehicle is in reverse violates Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, though Ford said it was unaware of any crashes or injuries...
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2022 Porsche 911 costs $2,000 more, starts at $102,550
One icon, 15 variants, and a price that no longer hovers below six figures. The 2022 Porsche 911 comes with an upgraded infotainment system and a $2,000 price increase over the 2021 model to start at $101,200, excluding mandatory destination charges of $1,350. That six-figure starting price is a psychological construct, but if deluding yourself...
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2022 Kia EV6 preview
What kind of vehicle is the 2022 Kia EV6? What does it compare to? The 2022 Kia EV6 is a battery electric crossover SUV similar to the Hyundai Ioniq 5. Instead of plug-in versions of existing gas models, this new crop of distinct electric SUVs such as the Tesla Model Y, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Volkswagen ID.4, among others, head the vanguard of...
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2022 Honda Odyssey
What kind of vehicle is the 2022 Honda Odyssey? What does it compare to? The 2022 Honda Odyssey is a minivan that seats eight with much more space and comfort than most three-row SUVs. It lacks the efficient running gear of the Chrysler Pacifica and Toyota Sienna, and also plays catch-up with the redesigned Kia Carnival minivan. Is the 2022 Honda...
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Volvo earns highest safety marks with sweep of Top Safety Pick+ awards
Every 2021 Volvo model tested by the IIHS earned a Top Safety Pick+ award, the automaker announced Wednesday. A TSP+ award is considered the most rigorous safety honor in the industry, and reflects a vehicle's ability to withstand six crash tests, avoid or mitigate crashes, and come with headlights that best illuminate roads at night. The 2021...
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Review update: 2021 Kia Sorento X-Line bristles with personality
It doesn’t take much to look expressive or exciting in a class that’s comparable to wheat bread. Compared to bland bread like the Nissan Murano, Honda Passport, and Ford Edge, the 2021 Kia Sorento stands out in the bread box. The redesigned 2021 Kia Sorento has a TCC Rating of 6.8 out of 10 that bests the aforementioned competition...
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Volkswagen of America lied about changing name to "Voltswagen"
Days before April Fools' Day, Volkswagen of America leaked a prank press release stating the company plans to change its name in the U.S. to "Voltswagen." It was a practical joke made on March 29 and debunked on March 30, at least 48 hour before April Fools' Day. Less than 24 hours after CNBC reported an accidental posting of the press release...
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2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness takes the campground with it
The world has changed and the 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness promises to change with it. As travel plans switch from overhead to overland, Subaru upgrades its defining vehicle to conquer more terrain. Subaru representatives said that Outback has as much recognition as the name of the brand itself and that cachet, combined with its off-road...
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Volkswagen of America changing name to "Voltswagen"
Days before April Fools' Day, Volkswagen of America leaked a bombshell press release stating the company plans to change its name in the U.S. to "Voltswagen." It's no practical joke, either. Multiple outlets reported the story following a CNBC report stating that the accidental posting of the press release early this afternoon had been removed...
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Audi expands recall to cover all 2015-2020 A3 sedans and cabriolets
The unknown cause of an error with the passenger detection system prompted Audi to recall all A3 models built for the 2015-2020 model years, according to an announcement from parent company Volkswagen Group of America earlier this month. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) can malfunction and switch off the passenger side airbag even...
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Review update: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid hits the family vehicle sweet spot
The Chrysler Pacifica minivan has been our Best Minivan To Buy for five years running. Late in the 2020 model year it got better with the addition of all-wheel drive, then for 2021 it was improved again with a luxurious Pinnacle model and an improved infotainment system. Yet Toyota challenged the Pacifica’s dominance with the redesigned 2021...
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Review update: 2021 Nissan Rogue Platinum shifts upmarket
The Nissan Rogue has been playing the value card for well over a decade, but the compact crossover took a sharp upscale turn this year to be more than just your Uber driver’s ride. Redesigned for 2021, the Rogue has stiff competition from the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, and Mazda CX-5. Each offers unique selling points ranging from...
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2021 Honda Civic vs. 2021 Hyundai Elantra: Compare Cars
The compact sedan is a great first car, an efficient means of transportation, and a wise choice for the budget-minded. The Honda Civic has been the benchmark in the compact-car segment for years, but the redesigned 2021 Hyundai Elantra aims to take a bite out of the Civic’s turf before the Civic gets redesigned for the 2022 model year. We...
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2021 Porsche 911
What kind of car is the 2021 Porsche 911? What does it compare to? The 2021 Porsche 911 is one of the longest-running nameplates in automotive history. It’s a coupe, a cabriolet, or a targa with seats for four and near-supercar performance. Rivals include the Audi R8, Jaguar F-Type, and BMW 8-Series. Is the 2021 Porsche 911 a good car?...
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2022 GMC Terrain sports fresh face, rugged AT4 trim
The 2022 GMC Terrain compact crossover SUV arrives with a fresh face, more standard safety features, and an off-road oriented AT4 trim. Even though the mild refresh was delayed by the coronavirus pandemic, GMC didn't reveal many specifics about the 2022 Terrain that will be sold at dealerships early this summer. The AT4 trim completes the Terrain...
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2021 Ford Bronco Sport vs 2021 Toyota RAV4: Compare Crossover SUVs
Compact crossovers can be as difficult to distinguish as daytime soap operas. New for 2021, the Ford Bronco Sport bucks that trend with retro-mod styling inspired by the big Bronco yet with the ride quality of the Ford Escape. The RAV4 has been around much longer, and Toyota injected new life with its truck-like 2019 redesign that followed with...
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2021 Jeep Gladiator
What kind of car is the 2021 Jeep Gladiator? What does it compare to? The 2021 Jeep Gladiator is a mid-size pickup truck, but that doesn’t paint a full picture of its capabilities or intent. Think of it as a Wrangler with a bed, complete with the signature boxy styling and off-road chops. It competes with other mid-size trucks like the...
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2021 Toyota Highlander vs 2021 Hyundai Palisade: Compare Crossover SUVs
The difference between three-row crossover SUVs such as the 2021 Toyota Highlander and 2021 Hyundai Palisade often boils down to which one least resembles a minivan. Neither of these has the sliding doors maligned by aesthetes and preferred by pragmatists, but both have exceptional safety ratings and capacious interiors. Yet they go about hauling...
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Hyundai's fire issues spread to Genesis in latest recall
Hyundai is recalling certain Genesis sedans for a short circuit in the anti-lock braking system that could lead to a fire in the engine compartment, the NHTSA announced Monday. The latest in a series of engine fire recalls from the automaker and its sister company Kia now spread to Hyundai's luxury Genesis brand. The two recalls encompass 95,000...
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BMW iX SUV leads next generation of brand's electric vehicles
The BMW iX electric crossover SUV promises to balance performance and efficiency when it arrives in the U.S. in early 2022. Orders for the EV that BMW announced last week open in June. The BMW iX will spearhead the next generation of BMW's electric-vehicle lineup, evolving beyond the quirky i3 city car and the futuristic i8 near-supercar. BMW said...
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GM, Jaguar, Volvo and other automakers to end gas cars, plan EV future
Tesla, Polestar, and Rivian, your table is about to get more crowded. In the first three months of 2021, at least four traditional automakers announced plans to transform their portfolio of passenger vehicles from internal combustion engines to full battery electric vehicles (BEV). The timelines run from realistic to ambitious to bombastic, with...
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2022 BMW i4 sedan normalizes brand's electric vehicle lineup
BMW showed off the 2022 BMW i4 electric sport sedan alongside the iX electric crossover SUV on Wednesday. The Germany luxury brand promises up to 523 hp and a 300-mile range for its new sedan. Set to arrive in 2022, the i4 represents an evolution in the design of BMW's electric vehicle lineup, designated by the letter "i" before the number series...
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Review update: 2021 Nissan Leaf hatchback falls to newer electric crossover SUVs
When the Nissan Leaf electric hatchback went on sale at the end of 2010 it spearheaded the affordable electric vehicle movement. A decade later, it carries up the rear. The Leaf cost about $7,000 less than the Chevrolet Bolt EV that arrived for 2017. With state incentives, the full federal EV tax credit of $7,500, and discounts from dealers and...
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2021 Genesis GV80 SUV earns Top Safety Pick+ award
The 2021 Genesis GV80 earned the highest honor from the IIHS, who gave the new luxury SUV a Top Safety Pick+ distinction on Thursday. The non-profit agency funded by the insurance industry cited "Good" results in all six crash tests, and said its standard automatic emergency braking system earned top "Superior" ratings in avoiding crashes with...
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2022 Kia Stinger
What kind of vehicle is the 2022 Kia Stinger? What does it compare to? The 2022 Kia Stinger is a five-door hatchback refreshed for 2022 to seat five in more comfort and with the latest tech, and to keep pace with the BMW 3-Series and Mercedes C-Class. Is the 2022 Kia Stinger a good car? Since it launched for 2018, the Stinger excelled at being a...
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Mercedes-Benz to pare down packages, trims, and models
Mercedes-Benz has pledged to make the car-buying experience less confusing by paring down its packages and thinning out its lineup, Automotive News reported on Monday. The redesigned 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class flagship sedan leads the winnowing down by cutting the nine available packages into three "Lines" when it goes on sale this spring. Two...
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2021 Ford F-150 vs 2021 Ram 1500: Compare Trucks
Last year, the Ram 1500 nearly overtook the Chevrolet Silverado as the second bestselling vehicle in the U.S. This year, both full-size trucks face an upward climb in catching the redesigned 2021 Ford-150, the undisputed king of the hill. The 2021 Ram 1500 balances between a smooth, ride with undeniable pickup truck capability, but the F-150 comes...
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2021 Nissan Rogue toys with more efficient turbo-3
The 2021 Nissan Rogue compact crossover SUV will come with a more efficient 1.5-liter turbo-3, Car and Driver reported over the weekend. The smaller 3-cylinder option is at least 3 mpg more efficient than the 2.5-liter inline-4 currently standard in the Rogue, according to official EPA ratings. The turbo-3 gets up to 30 mpg city, 37 highway, 33...
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Infiniti recalls older SUVs for faulty airbag replacement
Nissan last week announced the recall of certain 2006-2008 Infiniti FX35/FX45 models due to a potential tear in a replacement airbag. The passenger-side airbag subject to the recall replaced a potentially lethal Takata airbag due to that widespread recall. Infiniti says the recall population is limited to 26,156 models. The Daicel airbag installed...
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