The NHTSA is investigating 295,125 Honda cars and crossovers after reports of inadvertent activation of the vehicles' automatic emergency braking systems, which are designed to stop vehicles as quickly as possible to prevent collisions. Opened last week, the investigation of 2019-2022 Honda Insight hybrid sedans and 2019-2023 Honda Passport...read more »

The Car Connection's email newsletter is splitting into two. Today's email newsletter is shifting to a new afternoon delivery schedule with the addition of a morning email to provide more timely delivery of news and reviews. The shift taking place next week on Jan. 27 will deliver reviews and news at more convenient times. The current daily...read more »

Two separate crashes involving BlueCruise in two Ford Mustang Mach-Es prompted the probe Investigation uncovered limitations with the Level 2 ADAS at nighttime and at speeds above 70 mph Other Ford and Lincoln models with active lane control are being scrutinized Ford's BlueCruise is the latest limited hands-free driving system to come under...read more »

Kia is recalling 74,469 Sorento midsize crossover SUVs because of a software issue that could lead to failure of the low-beam headlights and taillights, the NHTSA disclosed Monday. A software logic error in the body domain control unit in the affected vehicles can cause temporary loss of exterior lighting under certain circumstances, according to...read more »

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV? What does it compare to? The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV is an electric pickup truck. Compare it to the Rivian R1T and the Ford F-150 Lightning. Is the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV a good truck? It brings a lot to the table, for a hefty price. The 2025 Silverado EV earns a TCC Rating of 8.2...read more »

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Lexus RC? What does it compare to? The 2025 Lexus RC is a sporty coupe with a luxurious personality. Compare it to the BMW 4-Series and perhaps high-end versions of the Ford Mustang. Is the 2025 Lexus RC a good car? It’s dated and suffers from a quirky lineup, but the RC offers good value for its level of...read more »

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Kia EV9? What does it compare to? The EV9 is a three-row luxury SUV sized and shaped about like the automaker’s Telluride but powered by electricity rather than gasoline. It’s without direct EV comparison, though you could shop it against the Tesla Model X and Rivian R1s. Is the 2025 Kia EV9 a good SUV?...read more »

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Ford Maverick? What does it compare to? The 2025 Ford Maverick is a small crew-cab pickup. It compares best with the Hyundai Santa Cruz, though those who need more towing capacity should look at the automaker’s larger, costlier, and thirstier Ranger. Is the 2025 Ford Maverick a good pickup? So long as you...read more »