2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio review The 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is a performance crossover based on the Giulia sedan, and finally gets updated infotainment to balance luxury features with alluring performance. It earns a TCC Rating of 6.6 out of 10. 2021 Chevy Blazer performs well in crash tests, but...Read More»
First drive: 2021 Mazda CX-30 Turbo cranks up the fun and the price Mazda drops a 2.5-liter turbo-4 in the 2021 CX-30 small crossover, but expects shoppers to pay a pretty premium. 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross sports a new look, higher price of $24,590 The 2022 Eclipse Cross compact crossover gets...Read More»
2021 Kia Sorento review The redesigned 2021 Kia Sorento three-row crossover SUV gets hybrid powertrains and a more spacious interior; it gets a TCC Rating of 6.8 out of 10. Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator recalled for increased fire risk Jeep's hallmark SUV and pickup come under NHTSA fire for risk of...Read More»
2022 Nissan Pathfinder preview Redesigned for the first time since 2013, the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder three-row crossover SUV sports a new look inside and out, and comes loaded with the latest convenience and safety technology. 2022 Nissan Frontier preview Redesigned for the first time since the 2005...Read More»
Tesla capitulates in recall of Model X, Model S for touchscreen failure Failure of the touchscreen in the 2012-2018 Model S and 2016-2018 Model X can lead to the loss of rearview camera images and some safety-critical functions. 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class review With a TCC Rating of 6.6 out of 10...Read More»
2021 Ford F-150 Raptor vs. 2021 Ram 1500 TRX: Compare Trucks The 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor and 2021 Ram 1500 TRX off-road performance trucks feature powerful engines, long-travel suspension, big off-road tires, and the ability to go off-road at high speeds. Nissan Pathfinder skips 2021 model year in...Read More»
2021 Subaru Crosstrek vs. 2021 Fiat 500X: Compare Crossover SUVs Sport models upgrade the look and power of the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek and 2021 Fiat 500X, but which small crossover SUV is the better buy? 2021 Nissan Titan performs worse in crash tests: IIHS The 2021 Nissan Titan full-size pickup...Read More»
2021 BMW 4-Series review The redesigned 2021 BMW 4-Series is offered as a coupe or convertible, with technology and performance that will delight. But the new front grille will steal most of the headlines as it dominates the 4-Series' front styling, for better or worse. The 2021 4-Series earns a...Read More»
2022 Acura MDX vs. 2021 Kia Telluride: Compare Crossover SUVs Better features and strong safety scores lift a returning champ above a strong contender. GM joins growing number of automakers going electric to reduce emissions GM's goal of eliminating tailpipe emissions by 2035 brings it in line with...Read More»
2022 Acura MDX review With a TCC Rating of 7.0 out of 10, the 2022 Acura MDX takes over the flagship role with flourishes of style and technology. 2022 Acura MDX vs. 2021 Lexus RX: Compare Crossover SUVs Three-row family SUVs from Lexus and Acura bring all the right features, but one has all the...Read More»
2022 Mini Cooper refreshed with new bumpers, $500 price bump The 2022 Mini Cooper Hardtop and Convertible receive mild updates with some new front skins and more standard tech. Car thefts spike in 2020 due to pandemic, economy Car thefts were up 9.2% in 2020, according to the National Insurance...Read More»
2022 Honda Odyssey starts at $33,265, loses HondaVac In-van vacuum caught in supplier snafu, so Honda's moved ahead with the '22. Kia cancels K900 and Cadenza sedans for 2021 Two more sedans go down as victims of SUVs as the slow-selling Kia K900 and Cadenza sedans won't return for the 2021 model...Read More»
What's New for 2021: Nissan Nissan made plenty of news in 2020 in the midst of a product onslaught, and most 2021 models will come with advanced safety features. Nissan confirms Frontier pickup truck will carry over until 2022 redesign The 2021 Nissan Frontier mid-size pickup truck will be a...Read More»
2021 Buick Envision preview The redesigned 2021 Buick Envision crossover SUV seats five, rides on a new platform with a 2.0-liter turbo engine, and comes with a sharper look, and top Avenir trim. Refreshed 2022 Buick Enclave to launch later this year Buick teased images of the refreshed 2022 Buick...Read More»
Ford forced to recall 3 million vehicles with Takata air bags The fallout from faulty Takata airbags continues as the NHTSA forces Ford to recall 3 million more vehicles. 2021 Tesla Model X review With seating for up to seven, stunning performance, and a long driving range, the Tesla Model X is...Read More»
Review update: 2020 Land Rover Defender SUV looks the part Around town, the 2020 Land Rover Defender 110 and its car-based unibody structure rides smoother and quieter than a rocky Wrangler or trundling Toyota 4Runner, earning it a TCC Rating of 6.6 out of 10. 2021 Nissan Armada costs at least...Read More»
Kia shortens name, updates logo, plans 7 electric vehicles Kia has dropped "Motors" from its name, designed a new logo, and announced plans to become a global electric vehicle leader. 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport review With a TCC Rating of 6.2 out of 10, the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport...Read More»
The Car Connection’s Safest New Cars of 2021 Which cars crash best—and which protect you better? Our safest cars to buy set a high bar. 2021 Mini Cooper review The 2021 Mini Cooper is a stylish, fun-to-drive small hatchback and convertible that makes up for its cramped space and...Read More»
Best Car To Buy: The Car Connection's Greenest Cars of 2021 The greenest vehicles of 2021 have charge ports rather than fuel tanks or tailpipes. NHTSA requests Tesla to recall Model X, Model S for touchscreen failure Failure of the touchscreen in Model S and Model X can lead to the loss of rearview...Read More»
