Technology

Approximately 5,400 model-year 2020 Kia Sedona minivans are being recalled for a component on the alternator.

Automatics have gotten much better than manuals — not from the perspective of stick-shift fans, but in the broader sense (and the dollars-and-cents sense).

There are 38 cars with manual transmissions, either as standard or optional equipment, for the 2020 model year.

Approximately 5,000 Mercedes-AMG C63, GT 53 and GT 63 sedans and GLC63 SUVs are being recalled for stability software.

The 2021 Camry and Camry Hybrid get minor cosmetic updates, new multimedia screens and the next generation of Toyota’s safety system.

The regular Corolla sedan also gets some updates for 2021, including Android Auto capability, which joins Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa.

Toyota’s flagship Avalon sedan is getting all-wheel drive for the 2021 model year — but it’s limiting that system to tamer, four-cylinder gas-engine models.

Nissan enters a burgeoning class of all-electric SUVs with the Ariya, which will offer dual-motor all-wheel drive.

The 2020 Mini Cooper SE Hardtop is an electric-powered coupe that capitalizes on the brand’s reputation for building small cars that are fun to drive and easy to park.

A welcome software update has arrived to Subaru Starlink that allows CarPlay to use the touchscreen nearly in full.