PORTLAND, Ore., – New research from AAA finds that rain diminishes the performance of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). These include vehicle technologies such as automatic emergency braking and lane keeping assistance. During closed course testing, AAA simulated rainfall and found that test vehicles equipped with automatic emergency braking traveling at 35 mph collided with…
The Ascent remains the largest Subaru in the line-up and is the only one with three rows of seating. Like nearly all Subarus, it comes standard with all-wheel-drive and lots of standard and available features. However, it’s not as smooth or sporty as some rivals and has less space than some. Base Price: $37,995 As…
The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport is the little sibling to the all-new Ford Bronco. It has the looks and many of the off-road capabilities of the larger Bronco in a smaller and more affordable package. The Bronco Sport is like a Ford Escape that can tackle tough terrain, and Ford hopes to woo Jeep Compass…
PORTLAND, Ore., – The recent deaths of three AAA tow providers, killed while assisting drivers, show just how dangerous it is for those who work along the roadside. Raymond Mitchell, 33, was killed Sept. 22 on I-5 southbound near Kalama, WA when a log truck hit him on the side of the freeway. Washington State…
The Hyundai Tucson is a compelling entry in the competitive compact SUV class. It got a makeover for 2022 with bold new looks and even more features, and provides great value for the money. Plus it’s available with a gas engine as well as two hybrid powertrains. Base Price: $36,200 As Tested: $37,620 Horsepower: 187…
PORTLAND, Ore., – The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on Americans’ travel plans as people are changing the way they plan and protect their trips. A new AAA travel survey shows that more than half (55%) of American adults are planning a vacation of at least one overnight stay before the end of next…
Move over, BMW 3 Series. There’s another sporty sedan that rivals the Bimmer and other luxury brands. The 2022 Genesis G70 boasts nimble performance, a swanky interior and lots of bells and whistles. Base Price: $42,100 As Tested: $51,945 Horsepower: 365 Mileage: 18 mpg city/27 mpg highway/21 mpg combined The five-passenger G70 is the smallest…
The 2021 Toyota Highlander is a comfortable and practical three-row crossover, comes with lots of standard and available features and tech, and gets decent fuel economy for the class. Other midsize SUVs have better performance and more room, especially in the third row, but the Highlander is consistently a top seller. Base Price: $43,355 As…
Driving a swanky BMW 4 Series Convertible with the top down on a warm summer day is truly a joyful driving experience. The 4 Series Convertible is a fun and stylish ride on summer road trips or just cruising around town with the top down. Base Price: $64,000 As Tested: $74,670 Horsepower: 382 Mileage: 23…
The 2021 Subaru Legacy is a solid midsize sedan in a sea of excellent rivals including the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Hyundai Sonata, and all-new Kia K5. The Legacy may not have the style or performance of its competitors but is the only sedan in the U.S. with standard all-wheel-drive on all models. That and…