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Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs Recalled to Fix Seat Belt Issue

Ford is recalling over 240,000 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs from the 2020 and 2021 model years because their seat belts may not have been installed correctly. This could increase the risk of injury to occupants in a crash. MORE ON car RECALLS Car Recall Guide: Your Questions Answered. .Ford Explorers Recalled Due to Risk of Exterior Trim Falling Off. .Ford Explorer SUVs Recalled for Rollaway Risk. .Ford and Lincoln SUVs and Tr...
Posted:Fri Feb 21 12:19:49 EST 2025

Toyota Sienna Minivans Recalled to Fix Defective Third-Row Seats

Toyota is recalling about 168,000 Sienna minivans from the 2021 through 2025 model years to fix their third-row seats. MORE ON RECALLS Car Recall Guide: Your Questions Answered. .The Best Minivans & 3-Row SUVs. .Toyota and Lexus Recall 1 Million Cars, SUVs, and Minivans for Airbag Issue. Due to a manufacturing error, the bolts used to attach the third-row seatbacks may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the vehicles may not...
Posted:Tue Feb 18 15:03:16 EST 2025

First Drive: 2025 Nissan Murano Is Reinvented, But Is It Still Relevant?

The roads looked a lot different when the original Nissan Murano went on sale in 2002. Sedans were top sellers, and the word “crossover” was a relatively new addition to the lexicon. Back then, most SUVs were trucklike behemoths, and Nissan was known for sporty, stylish cars like the 350Z coupe and Maxima sedan. Entering into that void, the Murano attracted buyers who wanted a higher seating position, a roomy interior, and polished ...
Posted:Fri Feb 14 15:34:48 EST 2025

How to Buy a New Car in Today’s Challenging Market

The good news for anyone looking for a new car is that high prices and expensive financing have slowed sales, meaning that many new cars are plentiful on dealership lots right now. Pat Ryan, CEO of CoPilot, an AI-assisted car shopping app, says that models with better availability also tend to feature cash-back deals and financing incentives. That’s a good thing with the average new-car price being just over $49,000. Car Buying. How ...
Posted:Fri Feb 14 06:00:22 EST 2025

7 Things You Shouldn’t Clean With Dish Soap

As useful as dish soap is, it’s not a cleaning panacea. Just like you shouldn’t use dish soap to wash your face (hopefully; read more about why not below), there are other perhaps deceptively delicate items around your home that you should keep far away from dish soap.. Using the right products to keep things clean can help protect their longevity—or at least keep them looking their best. What Not to Clean With Dish Soap. Dishwash...
Posted:Thu Feb 13 14:02:05 EST 2025

Talking Cars 465: Driving the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid

Main theme: In this podcast episode, we give our first driving impressions of the all-new 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, which we recently purchased for CR’s auto test program. The CX-50 Hybrid is a collaboration between Mazda and Toyota. On the surface, it’s a CX-50 with a RAV4 Hybrid powertrain, although it’s a little more involved than that, and our panelists delve into all of it, from the pluses and minuses of the powertrain to how ...
Posted:Wed Feb 12 06:01:25 EST 2025

How to Clear Your Personal Data From a Car

Many modern cars function like a phone or tablet. They run apps and pair with other devices, and some can even be operated remotely. The downside of all this functionality is that cars, like phones and tablets, ask for a huge amount of personal information—including your name, address, phone number, banking details, even video from onboard cameras. Why You Should Wipe Your Data. How to Clear Personal Data From Your Car. If You Can't F...
Posted:Wed Feb 12 06:01:21 EST 2025

How Well Do New Cars Avoid Front Collisions?

New testing from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows that the automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems found in many new vehicles can better prevent crashes at higher speeds. The results show a major improvement over prior years’ tests. Despite this progress, however, several tested models earned Marginal and even Poor marks, failing to avoid crashes at higher speeds and with motorcycles. Top Performers in the Latest IIH...
Posted:Wed Feb 12 00:01:28 EST 2025

First Drive: 2025 Buick Enclave 3-Row SUV Tries to Justify Its Almost-Luxury Price

The midsized, three-row Buick Enclave was redesigned for the 2025 model year, following on the heels of the updated Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia, which use the same platform as the Enclave. (The related Cadillac XT6 hasn’t been redesigned.) General Motors positions the Buick above the Chevrolet and GMC because of its upscale touches but beneath the more luxurious Cadillac. . In addition to revamped styling and new features, the ...
Posted:Tue Feb 11 16:28:44 EST 2025

Best Used Cars for You

Used cars trade factory freshness for upfront savings. The financial benefits are significant, but they are not as great as they once were. As with new cars, used car prices remain elevated and inventory is tight, making it hard to find just the right car at the right price.. Blame this on the ripple effect of the pandemic, which impacted the number of new cars made and drove prices up. Compounding the cost of car buying are elevated in...
Posted:Tue Feb 11 16:13:07 EST 2025

How to Buy a Used Car Now

Used-car prices are down on average, but there are still challenges to getting a deal, including high interest rates and the potential for market turmoil in the wake of a microchip shortage that impacted new car production a few years back and still causes ripples in used-car supplies today. Consider These Key Factors. Weigh All of Your Options. Be Smart About Financing. Know What You’re Buying more on car buying Best Used Cars of the...
Posted:Tue Feb 11 16:13:08 EST 2025

Toyota Tacoma Pickups Recalled for Brake Failure Risk

Toyota is recalling over 106,000 Tacoma pickup trucks from the 2024 and 2025 model years because their brakes may fail while the vehicle is in motion. MORE ON Car RECALLS Toyota Tacoma Pickups Recalled for Rear Axle Issues. .Over 100,000 Engines to Be Replaced in Lexus LX and Toyota Tundra Recall. .We Answer Your Car Recall Questions. .What to Do When There’s No Fix for Your Car’s Recall. Mud and dirt buildup can damage the rear br...
Posted:Tue Feb 11 12:24:25 EST 2025

What Does the Check Engine Light Look Like, and What Does It Mean?

You’re driving along in your car or truck and suddenly a yellow light illuminates on your dash telling you to check or service your engine. If you’re like most car owners, you have little idea about what that light is trying to tell you or how you should react. more on car maintenance Best Car Tires. .Best Car Batteries. .How to Check Your Car's Engine Oil. .The Cost of Car Ownership Over Time. .Car Repair Estimator & Guide. Call i...
Posted:Sun Feb 09 06:00:18 EST 2025

Used-Car Prices Have Fallen, for Now

Used car prices have improved, but interest rates remain high and there looms potential impact from a tumultuous new-car market, depending on potential changes to regulations and tariffs in the year ahead. We reached out to industry experts for insights into what is going on now with used cars. Here’s what you need to know:. The used-car market is less volatile than it was only a few years ago. While prices have come down, the cost fo...
Posted:Fri Feb 07 12:25:44 EST 2025

Preview: 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Brings More Power, Greater Efficiency

The recently redesigned Subaru Forester will gain a hybrid powertrain later this year, making this small SUV even more compelling. Hybrids have become de rigueur in this category for good reason: Buyers are drawn to small SUVs for their price, versatility, and low operating costs. Adding a hybrid can see fuel economy jump from the high 20s for a conventional powertrain all the way to the mid-30s in overall mpg.  Subaru Forester Hybrid....
Posted:Thu Feb 06 10:15:01 EST 2025