The 2020 Ford Edge ST-Line adds the cosmetic flourishes of the ST line without the sportier engine—and higher price—of the Edge ST, the automaker announced Tuesday. Like Volkswagen’s R-Line, the Edge ST-Line has distinct features such as a mesh grille and body-colored bumpers to make it stand out from the …
Read More »Ford Performance Kit for Mustang GT Boosts 5.0L V-8’s Power and Torque
Ford Performance is offering a kit for the 2018–2020 Ford Mustang GT that boosts power and torque. It adds 19 horsepower and 18 lb-ft to the 5.0-liter V-8, bringing the totals to 479 hp and 448 lb-ft of torque. It costs $ 1275 before installation and comes with a warranty …
Read More »Tesla Claims More Power for Model S, X, Plus Cheetah Launch Mode
Marc UrbanoCar and Driver Tesla says its latest over-the-air update increases the power of its Model S and Model X Performance variants. The update also bumps up the vehicles’ thermal performance and endurance, Tesla claims. During a launch-control start, the Teslas go into a “cheetah stance,” lowering their front suspension …
Read More »Most dependable cars, brands at 3 years of ownership – Power study
Good news if you’re in the market for a car – vehicle dependability is at an all-time high, says J.D. Power. More good news is that its latest study identifies the best brands and models to help your selection. The market research firm’s 2020 Vehicle Dependability Study looks at problems …
Read More »Genesis, Lexus, and Buick top most dependable brands: J.D. Power
The most dependable new vehicles are made by Genesis, Lexus, and Buick, according to J.D. Power’s annual vehicle dependability study released on Wednesday. The premium brands received far fewer complaints by owners in the first three years of ownership than from owners of other makes. “There’s no question that three-year-old …
Read More »Tesla Recalls 15,000 Model X Vehicles over Power Steering Issue
Tesla is recalling 2016 model year Model X vehicles; those built before mid-October of that year are subject to the recall. The recall concerns bolts on the power steering system; if they break, it could make steering difficult. The Model S was recalled for the same issue back in 2018. …
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