Automakers produce vehicles with standard driver-assistance and safety features that can sometimes feel unnecessary. The auto start-stop feature does benefit a specific type of driver in certain ...

Engine auto stop-start—let’s call it ESS—has become an exasperating example of how a small compromise can combust into a cultural grievance. It’s a feature designed to save a little fuel and reduce ...

Not everyone likes the driving experience that comes with Dynamic Fuel Management (DFM) or Active Fuel Management (AFM). Some drivers claim turning off cylinders while driving with the goal of ...