2024 Nissan GT-R T-spec Takumi costs $152,985, including destination 2024 Nissan GT-R Skyline costs $132,985 The GT-R joins the Audi R8 and Acura NSX as other discontinued sports cars The Nissan GT-R supercar won’t be back for the 2025 model year, Nissan confirmed on Friday. Godzilla dies after a 16-year model run, with production ending in […]
2025 Mazda 3 corrects course, price cut $200 to $25,135
Mazda cut the price of the sedan and hatchback by $200 The pricing strategy keeps it competitive with other entry-level cars 2025 Mazda 3 hatchback arrives this summer, followed by the sedan in the fall Mazda cut the price of the Mazda 3 compact sedan and hatchback by $200, the brand disclosed last week. That […]
Two sides of the same crossover-SUV coin
The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse and 2024 GMC Acadia are much the same again, like they were when they debuted for the 2007 model year. At that time, they were both large midsize three-row SUVs that shared a platform and engines. Then, for the 2017 model year, the Acadia went its own way. It was still […]
The 2025 Honda Civic gets 50 mpg for $29,845
Shoppers looking for a fuel-sipping hybrid with an attractive price can add the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid to their list. When the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid arrives in dealers on June 19 it will carry a 50 mpg city fuel economy rating and cost $29,845, including a $1,095 destination fee. It’s nicer to spend time […]
We compare midsize pickup trucks
Midsize pickups appeal to buyers who don’t need the vast space or extreme capability of full-size trucks but still want a vehicle that can work when needed. They’re also easier to maneuver, less expensive, and they can be even better off-roaders. The bestselling midsize pickup is the 2024 Toyota Tacoma, which is offered in a […]
2022 Dodge Durango, Ram HD trucks recalled for software fail
Dodge’s Durango SUV and Ram 2500 and 3500 heavy-duty trucks are being recalled An anti-lock braking flaw could lead to a loss of stability control A software update should cure most vehicles—for free The electronic stability control system in 211,581 Dodge Durango and Ram heavy-duty trucks can fail, increasing the risk of a crash and […]
CAFE rule translates to 38 mpg by 2032
The NHTSA will increase fuel economy standards by 2% through model year 2031 passenger vehicles and pickup trucks, the agency announced Friday. That translates to a corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) target of 50.4 mpg, with different timelines for passenger vehicles and pickups trucks and vans. The real world gas mileage target that we see […]
Which three-row SUV is better?
How big is big enough when it comes to the three-row crossover SUV? When Honda redesigned the Pilot for the 2023 model year, it got bigger and roomier, opening up to one of the roomiest in the crossover SUV class. Toyota followed it with a larger version of the venerable Highlander dubbed the Grand Highlander. In […]
What is vegan leather?
You’ve shopped for cars, perhaps even here at The Car Connection—and run across a phrase that’s as hopelessly 21st century as “celebrity podcaster” or “wellness guru.” “Vegan leather.” It’s not made from vegans, actually. It’s one of any number of synthetic materials that sub in for real leather, whether for reasons of durability, or ethics, […]
Kia recalls 462,869 Telluride SUVs for fire risk
Kia on Friday urged owners of the Kia Telluride SUV to park outside due to an issue with a front seat motor that can catch fire. The recall covers 462,869 Telluride SUVs dating back to when the popular three-row SUV launched in 2020. The recall covers every Telluride made from Jan. 9, 2019 through May […]