Source: Subaru of America announcement CAMDEN, N.J.—All Subaru model-year 2023 Crosstrek and Crosstrek Hybrid models equipped with the automatic Lineartronic CVT (continuously variable transmission) will feature standard advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS). The CVT is optional in the Crosstrek Base and…
Source: Subaru announcement Camden, N.J. — Subaru of America, Inc. announced the 2023 Legacy midsize sedan with updated styling and new safety and in-vehicle technologies. The sedan comes standard with the latest generation of EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology and the enhanced…
Source: Nissan annoncement NEW YORK – For more than a decade, Nissan LEAF has represented the company’s commitment to bringing all-electric mobility to the masses. Nissan continues that focus with the 2023 LEAF, with a refreshed exterior design, new aluminum-alloy…
CHATHAM, Mass. – There is nothing about the 2022 Nissan Sentra SR which belies its entry-level sedan roots. Sure, it still offers excellent fuel economy and solid value, but the look, the feel and the amenities indicate a sedan of…
Source: Toyota announcement PLANO, Texas – Much like the coastal redwoods after which it is named, the all-new 2023 Sequoia makes an immediate, indelible impression. The three-row SUV is all-new from the ground up, and it aims to elevate the…
Source: Teledyne FLIR announcement WILSONVILLE, Ore. — Teledyne FLIR announced the release of an expanded free thermal dataset for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and self-driving vehicle (AV) researchers and developers. The expanded starter dataset nearly doubles the original, industry-first…
BRAKEDOWN: an ongoing collection of briefs from around the global braking industry Tesla has started releasing an update designed to address a problem known a “Phantom Braking”. Phantom braking is a term used to describe when an advanced driver-assist system…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Nissan – ne Datsun – has been selling pickup trucks in the U.S. market for parts of eight decades and the new third generation of its Frontier immediately jumps to the top tier of compact haulers. The…
Source: Volkswagen of America announcement HERNDON, Va. — If you haven’t driven a new vehicle in the past few years, you may be amazed at how far advanced driver assistance technology has come. The gee-whiz system that could help you…
Source: Subaru announcement CAMDEN, N.J. – Subaru of America, Inc. which announced pricing on the 2022 Crosstrek and Crosstrek Hybrid compact SUV models, also announced its EyeSight advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS) will be standard on all 2022 Crosstrek models equipped with…
Source: Hyundai announcement FOUNTAIN VALLEY – During the past year, 98 percent of the Hyundai vehicles produced for sale in the U.S. include four safety features as standard technology – Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist/Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist/Lane Following, and…
The fitment of automatic emergency braking systems (AEB) to vehicles is advancing rapidly due to a combination of competitive marketing amongst automotive manufacturers (trying to appeal to safety-conscious buyers) and government regulations. Standards on inclusion of this feature and the…
PONTIAC, Mich. – Toyota this week unveiled its all-new-from-the-ground-up Tundra full-size pickup at Motor Bella here featuring a comprehensive suite of standard safety and advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS). Every Tundra will come standard with Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 on every…
Source: ZF announcement CLEVELAND — ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions division — launching Jan. 2022 — is focused on delivering intelligent, and function-led technologies and systems required for future autonomous, connected and electric commercial vehicles. ZF displayed these comprehensive safety and…
CHATHAM, Mass. – According to Volvo, I am a prime candidate for the 2021 XC60 T5 AWD Momentum I have been driving – a professionally employed, empty nester whose family consists of me and my partner. What impressed me, though,…
Source: Subaru announcement CAMDEN, N.J. — Subaru of America has announced pricing on the all-new 2022 BRZ rear-wheel drive sports car which adds several advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) to its two trim levels equipped with automatic transmission. The 2022 BRZ…
CHATHAM, Mass. – I have spent a week of amazement while driving the all-new 2021 Toyota Sienna Limited minivan. Amazed at the quiet, comfortable ride; extensive technological features, and incredible 45-miles-per-gallon fuel economy – the best I have ever seen…
IRVINE, Calif. – Kia recently introduced the all-new 2022 Kia Carnival Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) which replaces the Sedona minivan, and comes with 12 standard advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS) as well as the first blind-spot view monitor in the people-mover segment.…
Source: Subaru announcement CAMDEN, N.J. – Subaru has added standard blind-spot detection with lane-change assist, rear cross-traffic alert and reverse automatic braking ADAS features for the 2022 Legacy Sport models, one of six trim levels offered in the Legacy range.…
Escalade Provides a Royal Coach Experience CHATHAM, Mass. – Palatial — as in a palace on wheels — was my initial impression when I piloted the 2021 Cadillac Escalade for the first time. The Escalade is one of the world’s…
Source: Volkswagen announcement HERNDON, Va. —The Volkswagen 2021 Arteon was named a 2021 TOP SAFETY PICK by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) when equipped with LED headlights and the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) w/dynamic cornering lights, which are…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — INFINITI unveiled the new QX55 crossover coupe, filled with the Japanese luxury automaker’s ProASSIST Package of advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS), which is scheduled to begin selling in April. The four-door “coupe” (referring more to the swoopy styling…
CHATHAM, Mass. – I was Heading East on U.S. Route 6 and thanks to the standard ProPILOT Assist the 2021 INFINITI QX50 Autograph AWD mid-size sport utility was doing most of the work. It kept a safe distance from the…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Toyota brings seven basic sport utility/crossover utility vehicles (SUV/CUV) to the most competitive segment of the automotive market, ranging from the subcompact C-HR to the large Sequoia. Right in the middle, offering a set of features aimed…
FRANKLIN, Tenn. – Nissan has made four-wheel disc brakes standard on the SV and SR trims of its entry-level crossover Kicks range. Base S models continue with a front disc/rear drum setup. Additional standard equipment for 2021 includes the Nissan…