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Most and Least Loved Car Brands
Some automakers have a model or two that ranks among the most satisfying vehicles while the rest of their lineup falls short in the eyes of owners. But a handful of manufacturers consistently please buyers across all or most of their lineups. Consistency matters because automaker lineups aren’t static. Some models barely change over the years, but many undergo redesigns…
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How to Safely Load a Christmas Tree, and Can You Decorate Your Car
The typical roof rack can carry a load from 110 to 220 pounds, says Joel Batchler, an engineer who has designed roof carriers at General Motors. Typical Christmas trees weigh roughly 50 to 70 pounds, so they should be no problem, he says. Still, “we always recommend owners check with their owner’s manual to check what their roof rack is…
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How Electric Car, Plug-In Hybrid, Hybrid Reliability Compare
EVs are battery-powered vehicles that need to be plugged in to charge. As was the case in prior years, newer manufacturers are still struggling to catch up with more established automakers. Both Lucid and Rivian started delivering new cars to owners only in 2021. The Lucid Air is the least-reliable electric sedan, and of brands for which we have sufficient…
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Humane wants to put the AI Pin’s software inside your phone, car, and smart speaker
Humane, which makes the not-great AI Pin, wants other companies to build AI devices and gadgets that use its CosmOS operating system, and it has released a video that appears to show that the company already has it working in a car, TV, smart speaker, and phone. But note that the video, according to Humane’s own fine print, is for…
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Jaguar’s bizarre rebranding continues with the Type 00 concept electric car
The leaks earlier were accurate, with the Type 00 two-door coupe presenting a long hood that leads to a low roof and fastback rear profile that foregoes any rear window. Jaguar chief creative officer Gerry McGovern said in a presentation that “when Jaguar was at its best, it threw away the design rulebook and created E-Type and the XJS…objects of…
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Can Using Gas With 15 Percent Ethanol Damage Your Car?
If you’re using a low-grade fuel in a car that requires a higher-grade, such as 91 or a premium fuel, you’re doing yourself a disservice, and you could be causing damage to your car’s engine because that fuel is detonating too early in the cylinder. So is there ever a situation where you should be using E15 gas in your…
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How to Escape Your Car If the Electronic Door Handle Fails
Concern about these handles is growing after a series of high-profile crashes, some resulting in fatalities. Canadian authorities are investigating an October 2024 Tesla crash in Toronto in which witnesses reported they were unable to open the vehicle’s doors from the outside. According to the CBC, four people were killed inside the vehicle, but one person was saved by a…
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Never Dress Your Child in a Bulky Winter Coat for Car Rides
Here’s how to test whether your child’s coat is too bulky for their car seat: Step 1: Put the coat on your child, sit them in the car seat, and fasten the harness. Tighten the harness until you can no longer pinch any of the webbing with your thumb and forefinger. Step 2: Without loosening the harness at all, unclasp…
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Do You Need a Car Seat or Stroller Travel Bag When You Fly?
It’s an extra thing to manage. “I didn’t want to wrestle with a travel bag, especially since I was traveling alone, and managing a lot,” says CR’s Angela Lashbrook. “I bought a seat for my child on every flight, so I used my car seat on the plane. Not getting a bag for the stroller was a bit of a…
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How to Unlock Your Car Shifter’s Secret Powers
But a lot of automatic transmissions have shifters with settings that can make driving more fun, reduce brake wear and tear, and give you an edge in certain driving situations. “For decades, most new cars have come equipped with transmission features that can help you drive your car more safely, and maybe even give you a little more enjoyment,” says…
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