Author: Jason Cooper
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Volvo EX60 Adds Smart Seat Belt as Safety Research Evolves
The Volvo EX60, the automaker’s new electric SUV, introduces a multi-adaptive seat belt designed to adjust to an occupant’s body and the severity of a crash. The technology builds on five decades of Volvo crash records, which show that injury risks for women and men in the company’s cars have become nearly equal, while identifying…
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IIHS Tests Reveal Major Crash Prevention Gaps in Work Trucks
New crash-prevention tests from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) show that several large pickups and cargo vans struggle to avoid collisions with other vehicles and pedestrians. None of the four Class 3 pickups evaluated earned a Good rating in either test, while cargo vans delivered mixed results, highlighting significant gaps in safety technology…
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Best Affordable Electric SUVs 2026: 7 Top Value Picks
Shopping for the best affordable electric SUVs 2026 buyers can actually justify is more complicated than simply looking for the lowest sticker price. The federal EV tax credit is gone, but automakers have responded with lower prices, longer driving ranges and more standard equipment. That shift has created an unusually competitive market. Several electric SUVs…
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Best Electric Cars 2026: 10 Top Picks Worth Buying
The best electric cars 2026 buyers can choose from look very different from the EVs that defined the market just a few years ago. There are affordable models priced in the low $30,000s, family SUVs with three rows, luxury sedans capable of traveling hundreds of miles between charges, and performance-oriented EVs designed to make electrification…
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New Electric Cars 2026: 10 Best Picks Worth Buying
The market for new electric cars 2026 shoppers can choose from is bigger, more varied and more competitive than ever. Buyers can now find affordable EVs near $30,000, family SUVs with three rows, luxury models capable of more than 400 miles of range, and performance cars that bring electric power to traditionally gasoline-focused segments. But…
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Most Reliable New Cars 2026: 10 Proven Picks to Buy
Shopping for the most reliable new cars 2026 can be surprisingly complicated. A new-car buyer is no longer judging reliability only by engine and transmission durability. Infotainment glitches, smartphone connectivity, software updates, driver-assistance systems and other electronic features can all affect the ownership experience. That makes reliability data more important than ever—but it also makes…
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Best New SUVs 2026: 10 Proven Picks for Every Buyer
The best new SUVs 2026 buyers should consider are not necessarily the same vehicle. A commuter who drives hundreds of miles every week has different priorities than a family that needs three rows, while an off-road enthusiast or luxury EV shopper may care more about capability, range and technology. That makes the 2026 SUV market…
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Rivian Halloween Mode 2026 Brings Ghostbusters to R1, R2
Rivian is bringing Ghostbusters to its vehicles for Halloween 2026 with a new over-the-air update for the R1T, R1S and R2. The new Halloween Mode is designed to turn every Rivian into what the automaker calls a “ghost-hunting machine,” complete with themed sounds, lighting effects, hidden characters and interactive surprises. Rivian Halloween Mode 2026 Adds…
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Car Theft Ring Used Stolen Muscle Cars in Street Takeovers
A multistate vehicle theft ring in Pennsylvania combined stolen cars, illegal street takeovers and social media posts, ultimately leading to prison sentences for its members, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Two Final Defendants Sentenced The U.S. Department of Justice said Ian Torres, 26, of Philadelphia, and Jose Otero Nieves, 43, of Baltimore, were…
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Porsche Plans Higher Prices as It Targets Ferrari Buyers
Porsche is preparing to raise prices on its top-end models as the automaker works to position the brand at a higher level and attract higher margins, even as overall sales continue to decline. Porsche Targets Higher-End Buyers The Porsche 911 currently starts at $135,500 for the base Carrera, an increase of $45,000 from a decade…
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