Russ Heaps

1 month ago | kbb.com | Russ Heaps |field-produced episodes. Additionally |Chris Hardesty

Level 3 Autonomy in a Car Quick FactsLevel 3 systems allow drivers to remove their hands from the steering wheel and eyes from the road under certain conditions. Legal issues, state regulations, and added costs are the biggest impediments to widespread Level 3 usage. Mercedes-Benz Drive Pilot is the first Level 3 capability available on models in the US.

1 month ago | kbb.com | Russ Heaps |field-produced episodes. Additionally |Chris Hardesty

Today’s new car models all feature some degree of artificial intelligence. Level 3 autonomous driving depends heavily on AI. Voice-activated virtual personal assistants can do everything from adjusting the climate control to recommending tourist attractions along your route. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is what all the cool kids are talking about these days, and it’s something to consider when buying a car.

2 months ago | kbb.com | Eric Brandt |Allyson Harwood |Russ Heaps |Nelson Ireson

Family-friendly interior space304-mile max rangeRapid chargingExcellent warrantyPricing starts at $56,395 | Price yoursOn sale now | See listings near youThere are surprisingly limited options from mainstream automakers for an electric vehicle (EV) with seating for seven. Although the stylish and high-tech Kia EV9 is one of few vehicles that meet these criteria, that doesn’t lessen its triumph as a fantastic family vehicle.

Sep 22, 2023 | kbb.com | Rick Kranz |Russ Heaps |Renee Valdes

Plan on a down payment of at least 20% of the total. The more money you put down, the more you’ll save in interest charges over the life of the loan. Putting down less money often results in a higher interest rate, except in the case of “zero down” finance offers. Don’t put down any more money than is required when leasing, as excess amounts are not refunded in the event of an accident or theft. You have spent months narrowing the search for a new car to just one model.