News Opinion (Page 77)

For the second time, testing proves that Mazda is the brand with the safest vehicles. This time it was a test of small cars in which Mazda was the highest-rated brand.

Last month, Kia and Hyundai achieved all-time record hybrid vehicle sales in the U.S. While this news may be a sign of improved supply chains, specifically for automotive grade microchips, it also raises interesting questions about the effectiveness of the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and raises doubt that the South Korean brands will continue to vie for leadership in the electric vehicle (EV) market space, in the near term.

Some of Tesla’s “Newest” models still haven’t arrived. Fans don’t seem to mind.

Honda’s new Pilot adds a lot of off-road capability for its new generation. Here are 7 ways Honda made the new Pilot better off-road.

Honda's new Pilot is many things, but "King of the Car Pool Lane" is a stretch.

Though inventory remains tight, deliveries prove that Honda is ahead of the curve when it comes to resolving the new-car inventory crisis.

Wrangler owners will be pleased to learn that Bestop is now offering official tops for Jeep Wranglers.

Mazda now has three similarly-sized two-row crossover SUVs. We make the case that the CX-30 is the best of the trio.

Many enthusiasts are signaling the end to low inventory and long lead times. Here’s the truth on where new car inventory and lead times are heading into the early winter of 2022.

Now a convicted felon, Nikola’s founder and former chairman may be in prison for 20 years. But we doubt it.

The American-made Honda Accord enters a new era. Here’s what Honda says we can look forward to.

We test the 2023 Cadillac XT5 SUV and discover that when fully-optioned the XT5 is a fine choice.

Tesla vehicles are made by men and driven by men, at least according to the available data.

We compare the five-year costs of ownership of two green sedans with similar capacities. One is all-electric, and the other is a hybrid. Here’s the outcome.

We have a chance to touch, feel, and drive all of Mercedes-Benz's new EQ battery-electric vehicles. The one we found to be the most fun is also the brand’s most attainable BEV. Here's why this Tesla Model Y direct competitor deserves a closer look from shoppers.

The three-row 2022 Infiniti QX60 offers buyers looking for a premium SUV a long list of advantages in a crowded segment.

Lectron has just released its newest home charger unit. The features per dollar are hard to beat.

Lectron has just introduced a new adapter that allows Tesla owners to charge at DC fast charging locations. Here are the details.

A new generation of tires means that you don’t have to swap to winter rubber anymore. Here is why these tires are game changers for those who live in snowy areas.

We take the 2023 Cadillac Escalade on some of America’s finest roads to see how well it performs as a grand touring vehicle.

Honda has revealed the styling of its all-new 2024 Prologue battery-electric vehicle. How about that front end?

How does the compact Ford Maverick pickup steal customers away from popular crossovers and sedans? We can explain.

Despite the bright future for affordable battery-electric vehicles, deliveries of affordable models continue to be well below prior highs.

Toyota is bringing its customers closer during a frustrating time for consumers. Here are some of the ways that Toyota earned its brand loyalty during one of the toughest times in automaking history.

Mitsubishi’s latest generation of the popular Outlander plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle starts at a surprisingly low price tag.

Tesla’s market share seems to have declined over a period of three consecutive quarters in all markets. Here’s why the next couple of quarters may paint a clearer picture.

We interview a long-time EV driver who owned a Tesla and then bought a Kia Sorento as his next vehicle. Here's why a BEV owner purchased a PHEV.

It is very difficult to know exactly how many plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles that Kia sells in the U.S. because Kia does not report the sales of these models in its monthly, quarterly or annual figures. But I am starting to think that sales of at least the popular Sorento PHEV may have slowed to a trickle in the U.S.

A new report lists the vehicles with the highest dealer markups. Is your favorite ride on the list?

Hertz has partnered with GM on a large EV supply deal spanning five years.