Car buying

Although changes are minimal for 2022, the Toyota Prius gains a blacked-out Nightshade Edition trim and a standard rear seat reminder.

Electric vehicles have their own terminology that can be mysterious and confusing to the uninitiated. Knowing what these terms mean is key to deciding if an EV is right for you — and which one.

According to Mazda, the 2022 MX-30 will be exclusive to California, though the automaker “will pursue a national roll out over the coming years.”

The 2022 Jetta sedan has been given a new lease on life with a mild styling refresh, rejiggering of its trim levels, new standard equipment and a massaged powertrain.

The Honda Insight’s base trim, called the LX, has been discontinued for 2022. Other than that, changes are minimal.

Cooled seats employ perforations in the upholstery and circulate air from one or more fans to mitigate the insulating effects of a chair against your backside.

A quality issue with the Ford Bronco’s molded-in color hard top, currently the only hard-top option available for order, is the cause of the SUV’s latest production delay.

The Mini Countryman gets only minor changes for 2022, including a higher top speed for the sportiest John Cooper Works version, plus more safety features.

Despite the seemingly barren landscape of available vehicles and discounts, shoppers looking to buy a car this month can still find a few deals.

Both startup companies and current automakers are developing electric pickup trucks that are set to hit the market in the next few years.