Technology

Manual transmissions are fast heading toward extinction, but a 2018 BMW 
 3 Series is proof that the tried-and-true manual preserves a degree of 
 driver involvement that's worth preserving.

The 2018 Kia Niro hybrid small wagon, with extra-cost equipment, has 
 earned a Top Safety Pick Plus designation in IIHS crash and safety testing.

BMW's resurrected 8 Series has, finally, officially for-real-this-time made its 
 debut ahead of the 2018 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Drowsy driving is a factor in nearly 10 percent of all crashes; safety 
 features that help prevent drowsiness are gaining traction. Here are some 
 of our favorites.

We polled Cars.com editors who are dads, have a dad or have kids with 
 one, for other father-friendly car features for Father's Day. Here are our 
 picks.

The Tesla Model X involved in a recent fatal crash sped up from 62 mph to 
 about 71 mph in the seconds before the crash and did not brake or 
 attempt evasive steering, says the NTSB.

We've owned our Best of 2018-winning 2018 Volkswagen Atlas for about 
 six months now, and after living with it that long, we have thoughts on its 
 multimedia system.

The 2019 Lexus ES has been changed inside and out with a new platform, 
 new powertrains and updated styling. We drove it to explore the changes.

The 2019 Mini Hardtop hatchback has earned high enough marks for Top 
 Safety Pick honors in recent crash tests and safety ratings conducted by 
 the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

There are high-tech and low-tech ways to help prevent in-car heatstroke 
 deaths of children. These gadgets are found in cars, car seats and even a 
 smartphone app.