Category: Speed
Michelin and Brembo are reducing braking distances with AI
Michelin and Brembo have pooled their talents in the area of artificial intelligence and other smart technologies to help make vehicles safer, especially when it comes to reducing braking distances. Announced on Dec. 12, the partnership is focused on the exchange of real-time data between Michelin’s tire monitoring software and Brembo’s Sensify…
2025 Subaru WRX
What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Subaru WRX? What does it compare to? Subaru’s WRX is a compact sedan with a potent turbocharged engine, all-wheel drive, a standard manual transmission, and a rally-ready chassis. Competitors include the Volkswagen Golf R and Hyundai Elantra N. Is the 2025 Subaru WRX a good car? It’s very good at what…
Electric Porsche Macan recalled for headlights that are too bright
Porsche is recalling 2,941 electric Macan crossovers because their headlights are too bright, which can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers and increase the risk of a crash. The recall includes 2024 and 2025 models manufactured between Mar. 15, 2024, Nov. 4, 2024. Headlight-control software in this batch of vehicles was programmed to European…
Callum Skye EV off-roader interior revealed
Callum, the eponymous firm of veteran Jaguar designer Ian Callum, has revealed the interior of its planned electric off-roader. The first vehicle to carry the firm’s own brand name, the Callum Skye was announced last November with an eye toward eventual production. Callum followed that up with definitive specifications this past spring and has…
Audi Q5 and A7 PHEV recalled due to fire concerns
Audi is recalling 4,616 plug-in hybrids because of a battery issue that could lead to fires. The recall includes certain 2022 and 2023 Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid crossovers, as well as 2022 Audi A7 plug-in hybrid hatchbacks. These vehicles may have defective battery modules that could overheat, presenting a fire risk, according to the National Highway…
2025 Subaru Impreza
What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Subaru Impreza What does it compare to? The Subaru Impreza is an entry-level compact hatchback. It serves as the basis for the higher and more rugged Subaru Crosstrek crossover, and competes with vehicles like the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla hatchback, Volkswagen GTI, and Mazda 3. Is the 2025 Subaru Impreza a good…
Prototype ride: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA EV looks to right wrongs
The 2026 Mercedes CLA EV gets 2-speed gearbox It also sports a one-pedal drive mode Set to debut in 2025, the CLA EV has no price yet In the middle of a swirl of blowing snow in the Austrian Alps, I grabbed the door handle of the CLA EV prototype. It clicked and felt solid in my hand. Instant positive impression secured. As I slid into the…
Nissan to unveil an electric GT-R at 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon
Nissan will use the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon next month to present an electric conversion of its R32-generation Skyline GT-R sports car. The project has been in the works since early 2023, led by a team of volunteer engineers at Nissan. The idea was born out of the desire of an engineer keen to add electrification to the R32 GT-R in an effort to…
2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed’s theme has been announced
The Goodwood Festival of Speed is a standout event on the automotive calendar, held each summer on the picturesque grounds of Goodwood House in southern England. It brings together some of the world’s finest cars and most accomplished drivers, celebrating speed, power, driving prowess, and a shared passion for all things automotive. However, the…
The Car Connection Best Car To Buy: Past winners
What is the Best Car To Buy 2025? We’ve narrowed down to our five finalists for this year, and will announce the winner early next year. We also eliminated another 18 new and redesigned cars for a variety of reasons, ranging from being too expensive to not evolving their respective segment enough. The reason for our annual award series is to…