In the realm of automotive safety, TRW, a distinguished ZF Aftermarket brand, emphasizes the critical importance of high-quality braking components. With recent DVSA data highlighting brake-related issues as a leading cause of MOT failures, TRW advocates for a meticulous selection…
PALO ALTO, Calif. – For the second consecutive year, I secured a Kia EV6 subcompact sport-utility vehicle (SUV) during a trip to California, rediscovering how inconspicuously – and enjoyably — this electric vehicle (EV) blended into the Bay Area automotive…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Hyundai decided to leave a good thing as is by carrying over unchanged the 2024 Ioniq 6 electric vehicle (EV) sedan from its multi-award-winning – including World Car of the Year, World Design of the Year and…
Allied Nippon, a leading brake pad manufacturer, announces the launch of EV+, a new range of brake pads exclusively designed for Electric Vehicles (EVs). This range is poised to revolutionize the automotive aftermarket, offering a perfect blend of high performance…
Rivian Automotive is recalling 7,873 of its 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles due to a potential accelerator pedal issue that could prevent the “auto-hold” or “park” features from activating as intended. This increases the risk of unintended vehicle movement and…
Genesis unleashes a sharper 2024 G70, injecting adrenaline with a standard Brembo braking system and a potent 300-horsepower engine. Starting at $41,500, the enhanced sedan promises exhilarating performance and refined luxury. “The 2024 G70 is a masterclass in balancing power…
All 20 automakers deliver on voluntary pledge, making automatic emergency braking standard in new vehicles. In a major victory for road safety, all 20 carmakers participating in a voluntary pledge have met the goal of equipping nearly all light-duty vehicles…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Tell someone at your high school reunion you drive a Volvo sedan, and they will think you and your car are safe, solid, uninspiring – all the personality of Birkenstock sandals. Drive up in a 2023 Volvo…
CHATHAM, Mass. – I got lucky. I recently spent another week in the all-new 2024 Mazda CX-90 three-row sport utility vehicle, the flagship of the Japanese brand. My first two opportunities in the latest Mazda vehicle came in May 2023…
Recent research from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reveals a concerning trend: vehicles with taller front ends, such as pickups, SUVs, and vans, pose a significantly higher risk to pedestrians. The study, encompassing nearly 18,000 pedestrian crashes, found…
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. – Genesis recently announced an enhanced G70 sport sedan for the 2024 model year featuring a Brembo braking system as part of the company’s self-described “more agile and powerful driving performance.” Added exterior and interior design details…
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — The enthusiast-focused 2024 Subaru WRX TR, complete with Brembo brakes, debuted this past weekend at Subiefest Florida. The TR trim level offers exceptional performance and handling capability thanks to a Brembo braking system, revised suspension, retuned…
TORRANCE, Calif. — With a name symbolizing the key role it plays in the company’s electrification strategy, the all-electric 2024 Honda Prologue is a spacious, adventure-ready midsize SUV. Amongst the features of the all-new EV will be enhanced advanced driver-assistance…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Sometimes you get lucky, like finding a luxurious 2024 INFINITI QX60 Autograph three-row mid-size sport utility (SUV) in your driveway prior to a 400-mile road trip. The QX60 is roomy, comfortable and efficient, a perfect conveyance to…
STAMFORD, Conn. — ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) announced an expansion of its friction production facility in Termoli, Italy and an upgrade of its research and development capabilities in Barge, Italy to establish a leading position in the high-performance brake pads…
CAMDEN, N.J. — Early versions of Subaru’s EyeSight crash avoidance system prevented real-world crashes with bicyclists traveling parallel to the road, a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows. However, they were only modestly successful in…
ARLINGTON, Va. — The 2023 Honda Accord, a midsize car, earned a TOP SAFETY PICK+ award thanks to improved side crash protection. The requirements are tougher for both the lower-tier TOP SAFETY PICK and higher-tier TOP SAFETY PICK+ award in…
ARLINGTON, Va. — The 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class, a midsize luxury car, earned a TOP SAFETY PICK+ award when equipped with an optional front crash prevention system. The requirements are tougher for both the lower-tier TOP SAFETY PICK and higher-tier TOP…
Source: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety statement ARLINGTON, Va. — Tesla’s recall of nearly 363,000 vehicles equipped with what the company calls “Full Self-Driving” this week highlights a more widespread issue with the ways that partial automation systems are designed…
Source: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announcement ARLINGTON, Va. — Crash avoidance features, often included under the umbrella of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), have proven safety benefits, but some vehicle owners report problems with the technology following repairs. The Insurance…
Source: Subaru announcement CHICAGO — Subaru of America, Inc. debuted the all-new 2024 Crosstrek yesterday at the Chicago Auto Show. The 2024 Crosstrek offers improved performance, enhanced safety and advanced driver-assistance (ADAS) features as well as updated multimedia technology. The…
Source: ZF announcement FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. — ZF, the world’s leading supplier of automotive cameras, announced in the run-up to the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas that it has produced its 50 millionth automotive camera and has surpassed…
Source: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announcement ARLINGTON, Va. — Mitsubishi, Nissan/Infiniti and Stellantis installed automatic-emergency braking (AEB) on more than 95 percent of the vehicles they produced between Sept. 1, 2021, and Aug. 31, 2022, joining 12 automakers that…
Source: Subaru announcement CAMDEN, N.J. – Subaru of America, Inc, revealed to the world the all-new 2024 Impreza at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The sixth-generation Impreza receives an all-new design, improved performance, enhanced safety features, and updated multimedia technology.…
Source: Honda announcement TORRANCE, Calif. — America’s best-selling car over the last five decades, the all-new 2023 Honda Accord will re-energize the midsize sedan segment with an elegant and sophisticated design, and an available advanced hybrid-electric system that’s more responsive…