You’ve shopped for cars, perhaps even here at The Car Connection—and run across a phrase that’s as hopelessly 21st century as “celebrity podcaster” or “wellness guru.” “Vegan leather.” It’s not made from vegans, actually. It’s one of any number of synthetic materials that sub in for...

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Buick Envista? What does it compare to? The 2025 Envista is a small crossover SUV that squeezes between the company’s subcompact Encore GX and its compact Envision. Even though it’s not the smallest Buick, it’s the cheapest. Shop it against the similar Chevrolet Trax, plus the Mazda CX-30, Hyundai...

Kia on Friday urged owners of the Kia Telluride SUV to park outside due to an issue with a front seat motor that can catch fire. The recall covers 462,869 Telluride SUVs dating back to when the popular three-row SUV launched in 2020. The recall covers every Telluride made from Jan. 9, 2019 through May 29, 2024, except for the base LX model; it's...

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Chevrolet Trax? What does it compare to? The 2025 Trax is a small SUV with a big interior. Compare it to the Buick Envista, Toyota Corolla Cross, and Kia Seltos. Is the 2025 Chevrolet Trax a good SUV? It’s a highly rational choice, that’s for sure. We like the Trax for its styling, its interior space...

What kind of vehicle is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class? What does it compare to? The GLC is a compact luxury SUV with a broad lineup of turbocharged hybrid engine options. Compare it to the BMW X3, Audi Q5, and Volvo XC60. Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class a good SUV? The 2024 GLC is a terrific choice in any form with its supple ride, slick...

Full-size SUVs such as the Jeep Wagoneer and Ford Expedition may seem like safe family vehicles due to their prodigious size, cinder block shape, and durable truck platforms. But recent crash testing by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) proves that looks can be deceiving. The 2024 Jeep Wagoneer withstood the nonprofit's battery of...