Acura

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that since it started testing seat belt reminders in 2022, automakers have responded with improved ratings for model-year 2023-25 vehicles.

Honda is recalling nearly 1.7 million vehicles due to an increased risk of a crash from defective parts in the steering gearbox.

To be called the ADX, the upcoming compact will slot below the RDX in the brand’s SUV lineup.

Consumer Reports, which has been ranking new-car reliability for years, has released its first-ever ranking of used cars that are 5 to 10 years old.

Acura tweaked the RDX’s infotainment tech for the 2025 model year, and the starting price of the SUV increases just $350 from 2024.

The 2024 U.S. Tech Experience Index Study suggests buyers of new vehicles are “becoming overwhelmed with technology features that don’t solve a problem, don’t work, are difficult to use or are just too limited in functionality.”

The fast growth of the EV market means that the brand’s follow-up effort will debut during Monterey Car Week in California.

While the RDX retains its touchpad, updated tech does address another complaint: the way on-screen information is organized.

Some automakers furnish complimentary maintenance programs that last anywhere from one to five years from when the car was new, but there are limitations.

For 2024, Porsche takes the top spot for premium brands as well as the overall crown, with Mini taking the honors among mass-market brands.