Nissan is upping its safety game as the Japanese automaker has recently developed new Light Detection and Ranging, or LIDAR-based driver-assistance technology to help with intersection collision avoidance. At an event held at the Nissan facility, LIDAR-based technology showcased its ability to perform certain automatic collision-avoidance maneuvers in the more complex environment of intersections. “Development of this technology is being carried out under Nissan Ambition 2030, the company’s long

Ford Smart Driver Assist/Ford Co-Pilot 360 Assist+. Honda Sensing. Hyundai SmartSense. Mazda i-ActiveSense. Mitsubishi Mi-Pilot Assist. Nissan Safety Shield 360. Subaru Eyesight. Toyota Safety Sense. Volkswagen Travel Assist/Volkswagen IQ Drive. The abovementioned terms are what car companies label their respective Advanced Driver Assist Systems or ADAS. Also Read: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems: How do they work and do you need them? - Part 1 Essentially, these setups are increased human-ma

Two of Toyota’s most popular models in the U.S. are reportedly getting new looks by next year. American motoring publication Autoblog reported on March 2023 that redesigned versions of the Toyota Camry sedan and the Toyota RAV4 crossover may arrive as early as 2024. Both are expected to use revised versions of the brand’s TNGA-K platforms. As for styling, the Toyota Crossover EV Concept that was unveiled on December 2021 could provide the future design direction for the next RAV4. Hybrid-only RA

For many, vehicle safety isn’t that big of a deal. Most car buyers look at space, practicality, convenience features, and, of course, price. But how well a car performs in a road crash becomes extremely vital the moment you and your loved ones actually get into a crash. The money you may have saved by getting a less safe model may result in you paying the ultimate price – your life or the lives of the people you care about. That’s why organizations like the non-profit ASEAN New Car Assessment Pr

With the unveiling of the 2023 Toyota Prius, interest in hybrids has once again been piqued. The Prius has been the Japanese brand's poster child for the last 25 years when it comes to fuel efficiency and environmental sustainability. Meanwhile, the technology honed from four previous generations of the Prius has made it across the Toyota and Lexus lineups further enhancing both brands' green credentials over the years. Nowadays, hybrid cars are becoming more popular, and more affordable, each d

The discontinued B-segment hatchback car model Honda Jazz promises remarkable attributes to the automotive industry before its total goodbye. Since 2004, Honda has been manufacturing the Honda Jazz as a small vehicle fit for small families and individuals. Honda says that discontinuing the model will give room for them to shift its focus and resources to its current and upcoming car models. This doesn’t mean that Honda Jazz wasn’t good enough to be discontinued. In fact, numerous positive feedba