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First Drive: Volkswagen ID. Buzz Is Practical Nostalgia at a High Price

When we drive a new car for the first time, we put ourselves in the mindset of the intended buyer. That may be why our first experience driving the Volkswagen ID. Buzz left us a bit confused. The big, electric van is unlike any other vehicle you can buy, but we can’t quite figure out who it’s meant for.. In the past, Volkswagen intended the bus to be a vehicle for everyone. Microbus. T2. Vanagon. Eurovan. Whatever you called it, Vo...
Posted:Mon Oct 21 09:00:33 EDT 2024

Preview: 2025 Nissan Murano Drops V6 Engine for 4-Cylinder Turbo Power

Nissan’s redesign of its two-row, midsized Murano SUV comes nearly a decade after the model’s last major update, and features smoothed-out styling and a host of new technology. Among the new offerings are an optional 360-degree-view camera system for parking, a front camera to improve the driver’s forward visibility below the hoodline, and a full-color head-up display. The 2025 Nissan Murano. CR's Take. Outside. Inside. What Drive...
Posted:Thu Oct 17 17:13:31 EDT 2024

Talking Cars 456: Driving the Chevrolet Traverse

Main theme: In this podcast episode, we give our first driving impressions of the redesigned 2024 Chevrolet Traverse, which we recently purchased for CR’s auto test program. The outgoing Traverse fared well in our testing, owing to its ability to do most things well without any glaring faults. . While the new Traverse isn’t drastically changed from the previous model, it does feature one pretty important update: All trims come with...
Posted:Wed Oct 16 11:45:08 EDT 2024

How to Reduce the Risk of a Car Rollaway

Imagine getting out of your car only to find that you have forgotten to put it into Park, or that you had accidentally popped it into Neutral. Without a failsafe system to keep the car stationary when it’s in the wrong gear—even due to simple human error—the car might roll away. The results can be tragic, sometimes leading to injury or death.. Shifters have changed over the past couple of decades, making it easier to slip up. For ...
Posted:Wed Oct 16 06:00:11 EDT 2024

How Well Do Tesla Superchargers Work for Non-Tesla EVs?

Up until recently, the vast network of more than 1,600 Tesla Supercharger fast EV charging stations in the U.S. was a perk exclusive to Tesla owners. While owners of other electric vehicles had to rely on a patchwork of finicky chargers and payment apps, topping off a Tesla was convenient, seamless, and relatively quick.. But that’s changing. In 2023, Tesla announced that it was opening up much of its charging network to owners of non...
Posted:Tue Oct 15 15:43:44 EDT 2024

Which Electric Vehicles Can Charge at a Tesla Supercharger?

Tesla announced a year ago that it planned to open up some of its Supercharger fast EV charging stations to owners of electric vehicles from other brands. . Some Ford Mustang Mach-E, F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1S and R1T owners have already received adapters that allow them to plug into Tesla Superchargers. GM EV owners can now access Superchargers as well, as long as they purchase an adapter. However, most EV drivers are still waiting fo...
Posted:Tue Oct 15 12:28:15 EDT 2024

Honda Accord, Civic, and CR-V Recalled Due to Fuel Pump Problem

Honda is recalling 720,000 cars and SUVs due to concerns that a defective high-pressure fuel pump may develop cracks that could allow fuel leaks. The automaker says that when a problem develops, a fuel smell may be detectable when idling or driving. The leak creates a risk of fire, crash, or injury.  more on car recalls 1.7 Million Honda and Acura Vehicles Are Recalled to Fix a Steering Problem. .2.5 Million Honda and Acura Vehicles Re...
Posted:Tue Oct 15 12:25:30 EDT 2024

Does the Start/Stop Function Really Improve Your Car’s Fuel Economy?

Today’s vehicles are designed to maximize fuel economy in numerous ways. One such feature is the automatic start/stop function that shuts off the engine when your car is idling and restarts it when the brake is released or the accelerator is engaged. But just how much does this technology really save you on gas? Depending on driving conditions, the fuel economy improvements of the start/stop function were between 7.27 and 26.4 percent...
Posted:Mon Oct 14 06:00:03 EDT 2024

What You Should Know Before You Buy a Used Electric Vehicle

Used electric vehicles are some of the most budget-friendly used cars on the market these days. That’s largely because of slowing demand, relatively high depreciation, and discounts due to tax credits. But is it a smart idea to buy one?. The good news is that reliable, cost-conscious used EVs exist, and they may also qualify for a $4,500 federal tax credit. Because of depreciation, you may be able to get a newer electric vehicle with...
Posted:Sun Oct 13 06:00:08 EDT 2024

How to Maintain a Car That Isn’t Driven Much

There are a variety of reasons you might have a car that spends a good amount of time sitting, including retirement, less time spent at the office, or a child who has gone away to school and left a car behind in the driveway.. Although putting fewer miles on a car you own can save you money on fuel and general wear and tear, letting it sit for too long can cause maintenance issues. Among them are a dead battery, rusted brakes, dried-out...
Posted:Sat Oct 12 06:00:19 EDT 2024

Does the 5-Second Rule Work?

Let’s get this out of the way: I have dropped many a food on the floor in my day, and of the things I have dropped, I have eaten quite a few.. It seems like I am not alone when it comes to partaking of food that was once on the floor. Eighty-four percent of the participants in our Instagram poll said they’ve done the same thing, with most saying they limit it to food that’s fallen on the floors inside their home. More on Food Safe...
Posted:Sat Oct 12 06:00:16 EDT 2024

How to Sell Your Car to an Online Retailer

There are several ways to sell your car: privately to a buyer, trade it in at a dealership, or sell it online to a used-car retailer.. Each method is a different balance of hassle versus how much money you can expect to receive for the sale. Posting your own listing and meeting in-person with private buyers takes time, but usually earns the most money. Trade-ins are faster, but likely won’t earn you as much money. Getting an instant ...
Posted:Thu Oct 10 12:07:12 EDT 2024

1.7 Million Honda and Acura Vehicles Are Recalled to Fix a Steering Problem

Honda and Acura are recalling 1,693,199 vehicles to fix a faulty steering gearbox assembly that can cause difficulty steering. MORE ON RECALLS Car Recall Guide: Your Questions Answered. .Many Honda and Acura Models Recalled Over Airbag Concerns. .Honda CR-V Hybrids Recalled for Fire Risk. .2.5 Million Honda and Acura Vehicles Recalled Due to Fuel Pump Concerns. Recalled Vehicles• 2023-2025 Acura Integra and 2024-2025 Acura Integra T...
Posted:Wed Oct 09 11:29:48 EDT 2024

Beware a Flood of Flooded Cars

Thousands of cars are damaged or destroyed by floods every year, such as those ravaged by hurricanes or major rainfalls. Don’t assume that all those compromised vehicles end up in a junkyard. Some water-damaged cars are repaired and resold in other parts of the country without the buyer being aware of the car’s waterlogged history, passing along reliability risks and the potential for pricey repairs.. Tropical storms in the U.S. fro...
Posted:Tue Oct 08 17:02:02 EDT 2024

With Enel X Way Closing, What Should You Do if You Own a JuiceBox EV Charger?

If you own a JuiceBox electric vehicle charger, you might have to change the way you charge. Enel X Way North America, JuiceBox’s parent company, announced that it is shutting down operations in the U.S. and Canada. As a result, owners will lose access to smart charging, phone apps, and customer service.. In addition, days after Enel X Way’s announcement, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened an investigation int...
Posted:Tue Oct 08 17:01:50 EDT 2024