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[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Australian first drive The brand new Mercedes-Benz GLE has what it takes to give stiffer competition to BMW’s ubiquitous X5. It looks and feels a million bucks, something we never thought about the old model. Pros and Cons Pros Sensational interior design Big back seats and optional third-row Quietude/NVH suppression on road Imposing…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid Cars.com photo by Evan Sears Owners of Ford and Lincoln vehicles — including us — have been complaining about defective MyFord Touch and MyLincoln Touch multimedia systems for years, and it appears that the squeaky wheels have won. According to the website Top Class Actions, Ford has set aside…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] New logo is the latest move as the Geely-owned sports car maker seeks to turn itself into viable long-term operation. Lotus has revealed a new logo, which is now being employed on its website and some of the brand’s new advertising. It’s not clear when the modernised badge will appear on its vehicles,…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Russian jets don’t go on sale often, so when one does go on sale, we all have to stand and pay attention. A 1989 MiG-29 Fulcrum, considered as one of the finest jets ever made in the history of aviation, is looking for a new owner. It’s unclear how much it costs, but…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] They’re small, light, and completely inconspicuous. And yet, key fobs have become critically important devices among car owners, in part because of the multitude of functions they now serve. Gone are the days when key fobs could only start a car remotely or lock and unlock doors. That doesn’t happen anymore. These days,…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] There’s been a lot of chatter surrounding the impending arrival of the next-generation BMW M3 G80 and deservedly so. It’s been 10 months since the all-new 3 Series G20 arrived, and while it traditionally takes a year after the 3 Series’ debut for the M3 to arrive, it appears that we’re going to…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Bombing through the desert at 50 mph, just outside of Las Vegas, I can feel the earth constantly shifting and undulating under the knobby 30-inch tires, making the suspension earn its pay. Both hands are sawing at the steering wheel in an attempt to stay pointing in the right direction and without lifting…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Cars.com graphic by Melissa Galicia Vega The verdict: Kia’s Optima got a host of changes for 2019, including flashier styling, additional standard safety features and a revised multimedia system. Although the sedan has plenty of legroom for two car seats, we had difficulty installing them due to the sedan’s buried Latch anchors. Does…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Love or hate its looks, the Cactus is a fun little thing to punt around town. It’s really showing its age, however, and lacks the connectivity and tech befitting of its premium price tag. Pros and Cons Pros Stands out from the crowd Punchy 1.2 turbo Retro interior design Big boot Cons Very…