Volvo’s focus on In-Car Quality Air has caused them to partner with Blueair, enabling them to offer Volvo drivers clean, fresh air in their cars no matter what the air is like outside. Volvo is known for their focus on safety, but doesn’t stop at child safety, airbags, seatbelts, or crash tests. Volvo Cars has…
Photo: Mazda It’s no secret that Mazda offers some of the safest vehicles on the market. The Japanese automaker’s models have raked in the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ ratings. And now, the new Mazda CX-30 has scored the highest possible safety grade based on its performance in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration crash tests. Drive…
The 2016 Toyota RAV4 enters the crowded small crossover segment alongside a number of all-new competitors. Despite being in its fourth generation, the RAV4 still offers plenty of standard and optional features to get drivers excited, and the 2016 model year includes some thrilling new features to ensure the crossover doesn’t fall into a design…
In a world full of decent mid-size sedan options, the 2017 Kia Optima stands out thanks to its eye-catching exterior, well-designed cabin, and numerous powertrain options. With a starting MSRP of just $22,200, the new Kia Optima also offers exceptional value and even comes standard with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. When you combine this with…
The 2015 Kia Sedona combines affordability with luxury, offering a variety of standard features for a lower price. With standard sliding seats and unbeatable connectivity, the 2015 Sedona makes it easy to become a soccer mom. Add the powerful 3.3-liter V6 engine and you won’t be bothered when it’s your turn to carpool. Related: The History…
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is an independent, nonprofit organization that was established in 1959 in Arlington, Virginia, by three major insurance agencies. Over fifty-plus years, the IIHS has evolved to become one of the nation’s leading nonprofit scientific and educational organizations in the automotive industry and is increasingly committed to significantly decreasing…
The 2017 Lincoln MKX is a five-passenger luxury SUV that distinguishes itself from other premium competitors by simply offering more. The Black Label trim makes the purchasing process and ownership experience more personal than ever before, while features like 22-way power-adjustable seats and a 19-speaker sound system make you wonder at what point you no…
2019 Eclipse Cross Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating. This is the second year in a row that the compact SUV has earned the highest-possible overall score. Becoming the SUV It Is Today: Eclipse history The NHTSA put the 2020 Eclipse…
Nearly one year to the date since the announcement that a hydrogen-powered Hyundai vehicle was on its way, and six months since the Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell SUV arrived in California, the Korean brand is announcing more good news for the future of hydrogen power. Green Car Journal has released its nominations for its annual eco-conscious automotive awards….
If the word “cloaking device” makes you think of Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak or the Romulans in Star Trek, your associations may soon be overridden by none other than Toyota, which has filed a patent application for a cloaking device…that would be used to make it easier for you to see out of your car….
Photo: The News Wheel Even in the most luxurious models, sitting in a car seat never feels wholly comfortable due to the frustrating, unnatural contour of the headrest. While the rest of the seat is ergonomically shaped around your body, the headrest awkwardly juts out. Why is that? Here’s why car seat headrests are uncomfortable…
The IIHS is a nonprofit scientific organization with the goal of saving lives. Photo: Michael Noirot The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has completed its summer tests and has awarded ten new vehicles with the distinction of either being a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick Plus. The IIHS tests vehicles on the level…
What’s New for the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic 2013 brings some exciting additions to the Chevrolet Sonic. Bluetooth phone connectivity and blind-spot mirrors are now standard, and the option for Chevrolet’s MyLink infotainment system is available. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic Exterior The Chevrolet Sonic is a cute little car that comes either as a 2-door hatchback or…
Photo: Hyundai The 2022 Santa Fe SUV recently won the prestigious Top Safety Pick+ honor, adding another IIHS award to Hyundai’s already-extensive collection. Shopping for a Hyundai SUV? Here’s what you need to know Top Safety Pick+ is the highest rating a vehicle can get from the IIHS. The Santa Fe is the fourth Hyundai…
Hyundai Azera History The Hyundai Azera was considered Hyundai’s flagship vehicle until the larger Hyundai Genesis sedan was introduced. Currently the Azera is slotted between the midsize Sonata and the full-size Genesis. Sold under various nameplates worldwide, the Azera is known as the Grandeur in South Korea. Early Hyundai Azera History 1986 Hyundai Grandeur Photo:…
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