Technology and mobility collide with the introduction of FordPass. When the 2017 Ford Escape debuts in showrooms in May, with it so will available SYNC Connect technology that gives FordPass members remote access to their vehicle from their mobile device. How does it work? SYNC Connect enables drivers to use the new FordPass platform to lock, unlock and locate
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Since its humble beginning a quarter century ago as an underpowered box sitting atop a Ranger chassis, the Ford Explorer has become one of the most popular mid-size SUV’s on the market. In its fifth generation (with a facelift for 2016) the Explorer now does duty as a three row family hauler, a commercial truck, and the increasingly popular Police
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Today, Mazda Motor Corporation filed a safety defect report with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to address a concern with certain 2013-2016 Model Year (MY) vehicles. Under certain conditions of under-torque detection, the automatic tightening system may not tighten the front strut assembly lower mounting nuts and bolts to the proper torque specification. A separation of the front
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You wanted more premium technology features to match the other premium features of the Kia K900 and now the automaker is delivering the goods. The next generation of the company’s UVO infotainment and telematics system, is debuting exclusively on the 2016 K900. Advanced technology features include local search by Google, remote vehicle command and control and a dealership appointment system, all
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At the New York International Auto Show, Subaru unveiled the all-new 2017 Impreza, and with it insight into the future of the brand from styling to technology to manufacturing. Built upon the Subaru Global Platform, the Impreza displays sharp creases in its body styling and a more aggressive front end than previous generations all while retaining its Subaru heritage. Inside,
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The Nissan Pathfinder is the largest of Nissan SUV’s until the Armada makes its debut later this year. The Pathfinder serves the large SUV role well with a vast interior and a third row that is actually worth mentioning. All Pathfinder trim levels feature a capable 3.5-liter 6-cylinder which sends 260 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque to the front
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There’s hybrid technology then there’s hybrid technology loaded with infotainment and safety technology. That’s where the 2017 Prius Prime comes in. When it hits the road, the new plug-in Prius model will get 120 or above MPGe, a 26-percent enhancement over its predecessor. It also has a higher battery capacity. Drivers will also be able to drive at up to 84 mph without
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Some Scion models are saying goodbye while others are getting new life as Toyota branded products. Here is what Toyota has planned. Scion FR-S The FR-S has gotten gotten a few upgrades and as the new Toyota 86, it’s received some restyling for MY 2017. The Toyota 86 will debut in showrooms in the fall. Scion iM The brand’s hot,
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It’s not redesigned but the refreshed 2017 Acura MDX offers potential buyers a host of reason to head to the local lot for a test drive. It has a new face. Let’s face it, for nearly a decade most RDX and MDX models have looked pretty much the same. New for 2017, Acura has updated the SUV’s face to show the
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Lexus Safety System + and Toyota Safety Sense are getting a safety upgrade. By the end of 2017 automatic emergency braking (AEB) will be available on every new vehicle by the end of 2017. Models that will not offer the systems standard by the end of 2017 include Lexus GX, Toyota Mirai, 4Runner, and 86, and Scion iA. Mirai and Scion iA currently provide
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