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The all-new fifth generation Hyundai Santa Fe was introduced to the motoring public last year.  Its an evolution over the outgoing model.  I share my driving impressions. 

Chevrolet is taking no prisoners in 2025 with the debut of a next-generation Equinox crossover and an all-new Equinox EV.  How do they stack up next to the outgoing model?  As an owner of a 2018 Equinox, I investigate and share my insights during this episode. 

The more precise question to be asked here is if your car should ACTIVELY respond when you are speeding - meaning slow down the vehicle automatically?  There is a new proposed law in California that we discuss during this episode. 

Automotive Supplier Hyundai Mobis calls it the next generation of the current head-up display:  A pillar to pillar display at the base of the windshield that will replace your dashboard and infotainment displays.  While it sounds kewl at first blush, I have questions, especially when and if it gets damaged. 

A flock of Canada geese can be the nastiest thing on land, especially if its YOUR land near a body of water.  One man has found a low cost way of applying AI to discourage the critters from fowling his dock.  

In another step toward full autonomy, Tesla recently introduced what it is calling "Actually Smart Summon", which will allow motorists to actually "summon" their car from just about anywhere. 

It seems that for me, Christmas has come early - if I live in California!  At last proposed legislation that will allow consumers to opt out OF EVERYTHING when it comes to Big Data and your personal information! 

Can AI become sentient or develop sapience?  If so, what kind of moral status should be given?  These are some of the questions asked in Part II of this series on AI. 

Slotted between the RX and the TX, the GX, a longtime model in the Lexus American line-up, continues to shine as it polishes its can-do reputation.  I spend a week behind the wheel to develop impressions. 

With it a shadow of its former self, Mitsubishi is planning a rebirth of its product line in the United States between now and the end of the decade.  Problem is that a number of new automakers are entering the marketplace during this same time period, while existing manufacturers are upping their game.  Is there a place for the second-tier Japanese manufacturer in America?