I think navigation as a whole is the sleeping technology of the automotive scene right now. It's not really hit it big, but I think it has the potential to hit it very big.
But that doesn't mean that it's head-and-shoulders above everything else.
Not only do our top picks have to perform well at our test track, they have to get average or better reliability, according to our annual car reliability survey.
Because we feel the IIHS crash tests provide valuable safety information for consumers, we created a second tier of recommended vehicles for which good results in both of the IIHS crash tests are mandatory,
We evaluate for how they drive ... not in terms of work or heavy-duty off-road capability.
The Highlander is very quiet and comfortable and the Hybrid version gives you quicker acceleration and moderately better fuel economy.
Many people feel if regular is good than premium must be better, ... and that's not the case. Due to advertising, a lot of people think premium fuel is better fuel, when in actuality it simply has a higher octane rating.
With just over 1 million responses to our latest Annual Car Reliability Survey, we now have more data than ever with which to guide consumers.
In our latest rating the Focus reliability has improved enough for us to recommend it.
If carbon deposits is a concern, go to an auto parts store and buy a fuel system cleaner. Pour it in and it will help clean engine deposits. It's cheaper over the long end.
