The Lance/Kitt connection should be pretty obvious. They both share the same sense of adventure, and are the first to jump in whenever Artha's in trouble (much to the chagrin of Parm). They also like to share a laugh at Artha when he gets cocky about his race standings or being DB. They also shared the feelings of loss. Lance & Artha initially thought they lost their father, and Kitt is an orphan. Lance might say some sexist things sometimes, or be annoying, but think Kitt kind of thinks of him as a little brother. Of course, Lance dosen't race.....

You're right about Kitt not liking the DC council all that much, but I do think she respects Phistus. Think about it...other than Katah (who I agree she probably woudn't pick) who has the Penn racing crew hooked up with the most, in trying to convince the other crews to act rationally? Phistus. In the "Framed" episode, who was falsely accused-along with Penn's crew-of sabotage and occupied a cell with Kitt? Phistus. Yes, she thought he was being an idiot trying to knock the cell door down, but the trust is there. I think that Artha probably has a better relationship with Phistus (both as himself and DB) but Kitt has a pretty good relationship too. He seems to do what's best for all parties involved and is honest (just like the Penn crew). It's really not that far-fetched.

That's true. I'm just saying that they've had to work together several times and have developed a trust type of relationship.