Porsche: Hybrid 911 Coming 5/28
“Following an extensive development and testing program, the new 911 – complete with a performance-focused hybrid system – is ready for series production,” Porsche has announced. The company promises the hybrid 911 is “8.7 seconds faster than its predecessor” around…
Does My Car Need a New Fuel Pump?
Fuel Pump Replacement Quick Facts A faulty fuel pump may be the reason for struggling to maintain speed, engine overheating, sputtering, or the “check engine” light illuminating. Fuel pump replacement is moderately complicated and may involve removing the fuel tank…
2024 Ford F-150 vs. 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Comparison
Are you in the market for a full-size pickup truck and want a vehicle that’s a great all-rounder in everyday driving, along with the occasional rock-crawling adventure? The 2024 Ford F-150 and GMC Sierra 1500 deliver a lot for your…
What’s Making Car Repair So Expensive? Sensors
“The change that we’ve seen in the last five years is greater than we’ve seen, probably, in the last five decades.” That’s how Todd Dillender, chief operating officer of Caliber Collision, one of America’s largest car repair services, describes the…
Recall Alert: Hyundai Elantra, Venue, Kona
Hyundai has issued a recall for 13,511 vehicles because an electrical problem can cause them to lose drive power. Recalled models include some, but not all, examples of the: Hyundai tells federal safety officials that a sensor in the cars’…
Recall Alert: 2024 Cadillac XT5
Cadillac has issued a recall covering 74 Cadillac XT5 SUVs from model year 2024 because their airbags can tear as they deploy, rendering them ineffective. Cadillac tells federal safety regulators at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that an…
Tesla’s Charger Layoffs Might Not Slow Charging Growth
A little over a week ago, Tesla blindsided the auto industry with a sudden move to lay off the team building its nationwide charging network. With some time to adjust to the news, the electric vehicle industry and the press…
Nissan Tells Dealers: You Can Advertise Prices Below Invoice
Nissan dealers may soon begin advertising substantially lower prices. Industry publication Automotive News (AN) reports, “With a nearly triple-digit days’ supply, Nissan is letting its retailers advertise vehicle prices below invoice — the first time the automaker has done so widely since…
E85 Guide: Everything You Need To Know About Flex Fuel
What Is Flex Fuel: E85 Quick Facts Vehicles that can run on flexible fuel, a blend of gasoline and ethanol, also known as “flex fuel,” started becoming popular in the 1990s. In turn, manufacturers began producing new cars that could…
Wholesale Used Car Prices Dropped In April
Dealers paid 14% less for used cars at auction this April than last April. That’s a good sign for used car shoppers – wholesale price changes usually become retail price changes after about six to eight weeks. Used car dealers…
Recall Alert: Electric Mini SE
BMW’s Mini division has issued a recall for 128 units of the electric Mini Cooper SE Hardtop 2 Door from model years 2021 through 2023 because water can leak into their high-voltage batteries. That can cause the vehicles to stall…
Average Miles Driven Per Year: Why It Is Important
Quick Facts About Average Mileage Per Year The average miles driven per year is 14,489 in 2022, an increase of about 1,000 miles from the previous year’s figure, but it’s still less than pre-pandemic car mileage per year. The average…
How To Get Better Fuel Economy in Your Vehicle
Many factors make gasoline prices fluctuate slightly almost daily, but when the cost spikes, drivers take notice and look for ways to improve fuel efficiency in their cars. According to AAA, today’s nationwide average cost for regular unleaded is $3.64…
10 Best Truck Lease Deals in May 2024
If you are in the market for a new truck, there are a number of great lease offers available this month. From compact to midsize to full-size trucks, there’s lots of variety depending on what you need or want. It’s…
Best Cars, Trucks, and SUVs for Camping
No matter what kind of camping you’re into, you have to get to the campsite before you can start camping, so you’ll need a car, truck, SUV, or van that will get you, your stuff, and your companions there in…
Genesis GV80 Sees 2025 Update, Little Price Change
We were already fans of the Genesis GV80 before the company announced a 2025 update to the vehicle. Our expert test drivers love its engaging driving experience and the way its cabin feels more luxurious than its starting price might…
BMW Dropping the i from Gas-Powered Model Names
We all have strange leftover habits and items that don’t really serve us anymore. Landline phone jacks in kitchens. Mailboxes full of mail we instantly recycle, not having received useful physical mail all year. Stored phone numbers of people we…
Jeep: Gladiator 4xe Plug-in Hybrid Coming Next Year
You might not associate the Jeep brand with electrified cars and environmental conservation. But the company is sneakily dominant in one kind of electrified vehicle – one growing in importance. Jeep sells more plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles than any other…
Kia Teases Rakish EV6 Update
The Kia EV6 is already one of the most assertive-looking cars on the road. Kia’s 2-row midsize electric vehicle (EV) is a practical family hauler, but it looks fast sitting still. A sharp front end (Kia calls it the “tiger…
10 Best Car Deals in May 2024
This month’s list of exceptional finance deals covers a range of vehicles from EVs to midsize cars, plus a subcompact SUV. With the variety of models and sizes to choose from, there’s bound to be one that checks off all…
Electric Cars 101: What You Need To Know About EVs
If you are thinking about driving greener with an electric car, you probably wonder what your options are and need answers to questions before you step away from your gas-powered vehicle. Electric vehicles (EVs) made up 7.6% of all U.S….
Report: Cadillac Loosening 2030 All-EV Goal
Add Cadillac to the list of brands moving the goalposts on the electric vehicle (EV) transition. In 2021, then-brand-chief Rory Harvey said the brand aimed to offer a fully-electric portfolio by 2030. This week, his successor, John Roth, walked the…
JDM Cars: What Are They?
Quick Facts About JDM Cars A tuner idealogue will tell you that JDM applies strictly to cars built and marketed in Japan. They are correct. The imported Nissan 240SX (Silvia in Japan) and the Acura NSX (Honda NSX in Japan)…
Study: Infiniti Drivers Get the Most Tickets
Your automotive stereotypes probably don’t hold up to examination. Which brand has the most speeders, for instance? I’ve heard a lot of theories on that over the years. But I can’t recall anyone pitching Infiniti. According to a new study,…
Should You Use Premium Gas?
Premium Gasoline Quick Tips Choosing between premium and regular gasoline is among car owners’ most common decisions. The choice is also often misunderstood, and the result might waste money at the fuel pump. What is premium gasoline? How do you…
Recall Alert: Ford Maverick Taillights
Ford has issued a recall for 242,669 Maverick small trucks from model years 2022 through 2024 because their taillights can fail. The issue affects rear position lamps that illuminate in the dark but not the stoplights that signal other drivers…
How Does Automatic Emergency Braking Work?
Quick Facts About Automatic Emergency Braking In their contemporary form, automatic emergency braking (AEB) first appeared on Volvo, Honda, and Mercedes-Benz models. Despite Honda’s role in mainstreaming this technology, AEB was most often found on high-end models for much of…
A List of Cars With Massaging Seats
Quick Facts About Cars With Massaging Seats Driving stressors assume many forms, whether it’s slogging through heavy traffic on the way to the office or clocking hours behind the wheel on a cross-country trip. Consequently, car shoppers looking for that…
CPO Spotlight: 2021 Genesis G70
Quick Facts Introduction Serving up a combination of value and luxury, the Genesis G70 is a premium compact sedan from the luxury arm of Hyundai. Premiering in 2019, the G70 brought luxury sedan buyers a new option from the relatively…
Recall Alert: Genesis GV70, GV80, G80, G90
Genesis is recalling 31,440 vehicles because a fuel pump can fail, leading to a loss of drive power. Recalled models include the: Genesis tells the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that a small fan-like impeller in the fuel pumps…
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Comparison
Scouring through all the midsize SUVs available today can leave you confused, amazed, and flustered. There are so many options, including 3-row, 7-passenger options or 2-row, 5-passenger vehicles. Let’s start with the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe, a 3-row model, and…
2024 Genesis GV80 vs. 2024 Lexus RX Comparison
The 2024 Genesis GV80 and 2024 Lexus RX are among the best of the midsize luxury SUV class. The GV80 is a relative newcomer compared to the Lexus RX, which is consistently America’s best-selling luxury vehicle, and for good reasons….
BMW Updates i4, 4 Series Gran Coupe
The BMW i4 electric vehicle (EV) and 4 Series Gran Coupe share a body style, and that body is getting an update. BMW this week revealed a refreshed version of the 4-door look that fits both electric and gas-powered compact…
Ram Reveals Warlock, Rebel, Power Wagon Updates
Ram debuted a new off-road truck this week. Actually, Ram showed off a stable full of them. The RHO got all the headlines. It’s all new, and at least temporarily taking the place of the top dog TRX. But not…
5 Questions To Answer Before Choosing a Truck Bed Cover
Selecting a truck bed cover is a decision owners should not take lightly. Bed covers are a crucial accessory that can protect cargo from the weather and potential theft. But with so many varieties available, asking some key questions helps…
Study: EV, Plug-in Hybrid Battery Replacements Rare
Just 1.5% of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) have needed their batteries replaced since 2011, according to a new study. The U.S. Department of Energy used data from Recurrent, a company that tracks battery life. Recurrent tracks…
How To Disconnect a Car Battery
Disconnecting a car battery is a straightforward task requiring careful attention to the proper procedure and safety precautions. Read on to learn how to safely disconnect your battery and get answers to questions you might have when preparing to service…
2025 Mini Aceman Defies Easy Categorization
When you explain cars for a living, a car you can’t explain is kinda fun. I have no idea what Mini is trying to do here. I don’t know what an “ace man” is. But I like the 2025 Mini…
Tesla Reveals 500-Plus Horsepower Model 3 Performance
High-performance electric vehicles (EVs) are resetting our understanding of speed. Acceleration once reserved for six-figure supercars is now possible in family sedans priced much lower. But 0-60 mph in 2.9 seconds for just $7,000 more than the average new car…
Tesla Creates Confusion – Is a Model 2 Coming?
For weeks, Tesla fans and investors have had one critical question for the company – is there, or is there not, an inexpensive “Model 2” coming? Yesterday, the company used its first quarter earnings call to further confuse the matter….
CPO Spotlight: 2021 Hyundai Elantra
Quick Facts Original starting price: $20,655, including $1,005 destination fee Class: Compact Sedan Competitors: Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Mazda3, Nissan Sentra KBB.com Fair Purchase Price Introduction Winner of the Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Award, the all-new 2021 Hyundai Elantra…
Survey: Land Rover, Porsche Most Expensive Cars To Maintain
Over 10 years, buying one car brand can cost you almost five times as much in maintenance fees as another. Buying a Land Rover can cost you more in maintenance and repair than any other car purchase decision. Some drivers…
Dodge Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Program
Quick Facts Eligible vehicles: Up to 5 model years old and no more than 75,000 miles Must pass 169-point inspection Limited powertrain warranty: 5 years/100,000 miles Maximum Care limited warranty: 3 months/3,000 miles from date of sale Roadside Assistance: 24/7, concurrent…
Tesla Cuts Prices on Vehicles, Full Self-Driving Software
Tesla slashed prices on three of its five vehicles and its Full Self-Driving driver assistance software over the weekend. The company cut $2,000 off the price of most versions of its entry-level Model Y SUV, high-end Model X SUV, and…
Do I Need a V8? Or Is a V6 Good Enough?
Quick Facts to Know About V8 vs. V6 Which is better, a V6 or a V8? This question may seem outdated to some in this age of turbocharging, hybrids, and electric vehicles. However, it’s still relevant, particularly when shopping for…
Tesla Cybertruck Recall: Unintended Acceleration
Tesla acted quickly after social media reports highlighted a dangerous problem with its new Cybertruck: the accelerator pedal can get trapped under a piece of floorboard trim, causing the truck to accelerate continuously. From TikTok to Recall in 5 Days…
Car Sales Are Speeding Up, But Dealers Still Have Too Much Inventory
America’s car dealers started March with an oversupply of new vehicles. They worked hard through the month and sold cars at a faster clip than the month before. As a result, they started April with an oversupply of new cars….
Report: The Hydrogen Car Experience Is Coming Apart
“The user experience of owning a hydrogen car is, to put it mildly, not so good.” That’s how California State Sen. Josh Newman (D – 29th district) describes owning a Toyota Mirai to InsideEVs. “It’s not due to the cars…
Returning a Lease Car: What To Expect
Returning a Leased Car Quick Facts Car leases have money due at signing, and you should also have your wallet ready when you return the car at the end of the lease. Keeping a leased car clean and staying up-to-date…
GMC Teases 2025 Terrain – Kelley Blue Book
GMC’s Terrain compact SUV is known for a spacious cabin and a quiet, comfortable ride. But it was last redesigned in 2018. Our expert test driver praises its user-friendly tech but says it “has become a tough sell against newer…
AWD vs. 4WD: Which Is Better?
Quick Facts About AWD and 4WD Although sometimes the terms all-wheel drive (AWD) and 4-wheel drive (4WD) are used interchangeably, they are not the same. In fact, they have very little in common. To some extent, some automakers muddy the…
All-Hybrid 2025 Camry Starts Under $30,000
Among the 10 best-selling vehicles in America last year, there was exactly one sedan. It’s the one you think: the Toyota Camry. It has been America’s best-selling car almost every year since the late 1990s. The Camry will be entirely…
Maintaining Your Tesla: Everything You Need To Know
Quick Facts About Tesla Maintenance Mobile service providers perform routine Tesla maintenance, but the carmaker does not have service centers in every state. GM began servicing Teslas in the last few years. The cost to maintain a Tesla is slightly…
Reports: Tesla Abandons Inexpensive Car Plan
Tesla appears to have abandoned its long ambition of building an affordable electric vehicle (EV) for the masses. Reuters first reported the news earlier this month, saying Tesla had “canceled the long-promised inexpensive car that investors have been counting on…
Nissan: We’ll Sell Next-Generation Solid-State EV Batteries in 2029
When a technology is new, it has limitations. Someone is always working on a moonshot project to eliminate them. That’s especially true of today’s electric vehicles (EVs). The lithium-ion batteries that power most of today’s EVs are much like those…
New Cars Growing More Affordable
A new car remains harder for the average American to afford than it was before the COVID-19 pandemic. But affordability is improving steadily. My favorite measure of affordability is the Cox Automotive/Moody’s Analytics Vehicle Affordability Index. It measures how long…
Tesla Cuts Full Self-Driving Subscription Price by Half
Tesla has halved the price of a monthly subscription to its “Full Self-Driving Capability” software. In a post on CEO Elon Musk’s social media site, X, the company announced, “You can now subscribe to FSD (Supervised) for $99/month in the…
Ford About to Flood Dealerships With Trucks
Ford is in a fightin’ mood. Last week, it launched an off-road training program called “Ranger Raptor Assault School.” Now, it’s advertising a “truck offensive.” The offensive, however, is not an invasion or a bombing campaign. It’s an opportunity for…
Cruise Control: How Does It Work?
Quick Facts About Cruise Control In the past 25 years, huge leaps in sophistication propelled cruise control to a point where some drivers may be confused by exactly what it is and how it works. Not to fear. Here, we…
Does AC in a Car Use Gas?
Rising temperatures and higher gas prices sometimes lead to a question from drivers wanting to maximize their mileage and minimize fuel costs: Does the AC use gas in my car? Yes, your vehicle’s air conditioner consumes fuel, although it’s indirect…
How to Change Wiper Blades
Changing wiper blades is essential vehicle maintenance that helps keep your windshield clean and provides a clear view of the road. Wiper blade replacement is a straightforward task accomplished in just a few minutes and even fewer steps. Read on…
Car Air Conditioning: Tips To Keep It in Shape and Cold
As hot summer weather approaches, your car’s interior needs lots of cool air to get you and your crew around town comfortably. Too often, we take car air conditioning for granted. But having cold air in hot weather is not…
GMC Teases 2025 Yukon Makeover
General Motors makes a bevy of full-size SUVs with much in common, like a family that puts many brothers into the NFL as linemen. You know the ones. Law enforcement agencies and even the U.S. military buy them by the…
Car AC Not Blowing Cold Air: Possible Causes and Solutions
Discovering your car AC blowing hot air is an unpleasant surprise when you need relief from the blazing interior. The problem of your car air conditioner not blowing cold air can happen for several reasons, ranging from minor to major…
2025 Mercedes-Benz EQ Sedan: Bigger Battery, Faker Grille
Mercedes-Benz has two flagship sedans these days. The venerable S-Class is the gas-powered standard-bearer – the impossible car with limousine space, sports car acceleration, and a price tag that means only the CEO drives one. The EQS is its electric…
Coming This Summer: 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
No rest for the wicked. Supercar manufacturers have to continuously up the ante. After improving America’s most exotic car, Chevrolet Corvette Stingray engineers can’t catch their breath before we expect them to top it. Did you build a 670-horsepower version…
Recall Alert: Jeep Cherokee – Kelley Blue Book
Jeep has recalled 12,221 Cherokee SUVs from model year 2022 because their turn signals may not function properly. The company tells the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) the spring mechanism that keeps the turn signal engaged after you tap…
Toyota Reveals All-New 2025 4Runner
With the most notable thing about the 4Runner for the 2024 model year being a new paint color while a redesigned Tacoma and reborn Land Cruiser – shrunk in size and price – debuted, longtime 4Runner fans wondered if and…
All-New Acura ADX SUV to Arrive in 2025
Acura will finally fill a subcompact-SUV-sized hole it has long had in its lineup with a new model called the ADX. The Acura ADX will serve as the brand’s entry-level SUV, slotting beneath the RDX, Acura announced today. Acura says…
2024 Mazda CX-90 vs. 2024 Ford Explorer Comparison
The 2024 Mazda CX-90 and Ford Explorer are midsize 3-row SUVs with seating for the whole family and spacious cargo holds. Each can also be equipped with a second-row bench or two captain’s chairs for added comfort. New for the…
Recall Alert: Ford Bronco Sport, Maverick
Ford has issued a recall for 115 copies of its 2023 Bronco Sport small SUV and 2023 Maverick compact pickup because they may have defective tires. Ford told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that a supplier had provided…
At Long Last, BMW M5 Touring Coming to America
Sometimes, you question your good fortune. Other times, you keep your mouth shut and don’t tempt the gods of gasoline to rethink their decision. We won’t ask why. We’ll just report this: BMW is bringing an M5 Touring wagon to…
Used Car Prices to Fall as Wholesale Prices Decline
The wholesale prices car dealers pay for the used cars they later sell dropped in March. Wholesale price changes become retail price changes in about six to eight weeks, so the news likely means lower prices are coming at the…
Tesla Discounting Model Y Inventory Overstock
Tesla’s world is changing. The company saw its stock price slip early this week on news of slower-than-predicted first-quarter sales that left it with a backlog of nearly 47,000 unsold cars. That’s a problem more traditional automakers are familiar with….
Horsepower vs. Torque: Which Is More Important?
Quick Facts About Horsepower and Torque Have you ever wondered why your car may — or probably not — go from zero to 60 mph in 2 seconds? Well, it has everything to do with the torque and horsepower of…
2025 Subaru Forester Starts at $31,090
Subaru will introduce an all-new Forester for 2025, but an all-new Subaru is always a lot like the old Subaru. Few automakers have a formula so successful. Subaru fans rely on the company to improve where they can but change…
Chevy Cuts Silverado EV Price, Ups Range
You can’t buy the 2025 Chevy Silverado EV First Edition RST yet. But Chevrolet has already dropped its price. The Silverado electric vehicle (EV) has technically been on sale for a few months, but only in its bare-bones form, the…
How Much Does It Cost to Wrap a Car?
Quick Facts About Wrapping a Car To fully wrap a car, expect to pay from around $2,000 to as much as $10,000 or more. Matte, satin, and carbon fiber are among the most common finishes for car wraps. Car wraps…
Ford Delays Second Electric Truck, Steps up Hybrid Plans
Ford announced today that it will push back production of a second electric truck by a year and plans to offer a hybrid variant of every gas-powered vehicle it sells by the end of the decade. Ford says the move…
Recall Alert: Ford Transit Trail
Ford has issued a recall for 1,902 Transit Trail vans from model years 2023 and 2024 because ordinary driving can damage the tires. The Transit Trail is an off-road version of Ford’s Transit cargo aimed at the #VanLife market. It…
America’s Car Shopping Habits Are Changing: Fewer Trucks, More Small SUVs
Americans love their big trucks and midsize SUVs. But if you step back and take a multi-year view, it’s clear that something is changing in America. Midsize SUV sales are slipping. Full-size truck sales are slipping. Compact SUVs, compact cars,…
Traffic Deaths Fell in 2023
America’s roads grew a little safer last year – a welcome development after several years of increasing fatalities. On Monday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released traffic fatality numbers for 2023. The agency “estimates that 40,990 people died…
Recall Alert: Porsche Taycan, Audi E-Tron Charging Issue
Porsche and Audi, both brands of the Volkswagen Group, have issued a series of recalls related to an issue in some of their electric cars. Recalled models include the: The cars use the same high-voltage battery modules. Porsche says it…
Toyota Teases New 4Runner – Kelley Blue Book
The Toyota 4Runner is one of the oldest car designs still in production. The current 4Runner version reached dealerships in 2009 when Barack Obama was just taking office. That has its advantages – Consumer Reports recently found it the most…
What Is Hydroplaning and How To Avoid It?
Quick Facts About Hydroplaning There are very few things that can happen when we are driving that are as momentarily frightening as losing the capability to brake and steer. It’s about as helpless as one can feel from the driver’s…
Recall Alert: Dodge Hornet, Alfa Romeo Tonale
Stellantis, the parent company of Dodge, Alfa Romeo, and a host of other brands, has issued a recall for about 1,200 Dodge Hornet and Alfa Romeo Tonale SUVs from the model year 2024 — over a sticker. The company tells…
Recall Alert: Jaguar E-Pace – Kelley Blue Book
Jaguar has issued a recall for about 2,800 E-Pace SUVs from model years 2021 to 2024 because a warning light in the instrument cluster may fail to notify owners when their brake pads are worn out. Jaguar tells the National…
Defender Teases High-Performance Octa Flagship
You might not have noticed the change, but Defender is now a stand-alone car brand. And every car brand needs an aspirational hero car. Meet the 2025 Defender Octa – a high-performance take on the Defender 110 that the company…
How to Avoid Dealer Markups in 2024: Buyer Beware
Quick Facts About Car Prices While finding a new car today is easier than last year, the search can still be tricky. But striking a good deal doesn’t need to be. Dealers began offering Incentives on new vehicles again as…
What Does AMG Stand For?
Quick Facts About AMG AMG, or Aufrecht Melcher Großaspach, is the performance subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz. Today, you don’t need to be a Mercedes-Benz owner or a fan to notice AMG affixed to the nameplates across the Mercedes model lineup. Once…
Study: EV Owners Happy With Charging at Home
Charging an electric vehicle (EV) in public can be a frustrating experience. Studies have found that nearly a fifth of public charging attempts fail thanks to broken chargers or faulty payment systems. Even when you find a charger that works…
Volkswagen Bringing a New Brand to the U.S.: Meet Cupra
Americans are getting used to a lot of new badges on the cars around them in traffic. Many are from all-electric models from startup automakers like like Rivian and Lucid. Coming soon, a brand known in Europe but unheard of…
2024 Kia Telluride vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Comparison
Americans have voted with their checkbooks and want bigger, roomier SUVs laden with technology. More importantly, automakers have responded by providing more choices for selecting a new SUV. Especially popular are 3-row SUVs with room for at least seven people…
How Long Do Car Batteries Last?
Expect your car battery to last about four years. However, car battery lifespan can vary by more than a year depending on several factors, including your driving habits and where you live. Keep reading to learn how long your car…
10 Best Used SUVs Under $10,000
Money doesn’t go as far as it used to, but $10,000 will still buy you a lot of used SUV, even in 2024. In fact, if you’re willing to revisit the 2010s — with or without the sounds of Justin…
Genesis Reveals Stunning Flagship SUV Concept
Hyundai’s Genesis luxury brand, in less than a decade, has almost grown into a full-lineup automaker ready to compete with century-old upscale brands in every category. Almost. What’s still missing? The kind of sumptuous, does-everything full-size SUV that exists mostly…
Nissan Plans 30 New Models by 2026
Nissan is the globe’s 13th largest automaker by revenue and saw its sales increase by almost a quarter last year. It builds one of America’s 10 best-selling cars, the Rogue small SUV. Yet, not all is well at Nissan. The…
2023 Tax Prep and Electric Cars: 6 Things You Must Know
Quick Facts About EV Rebates for Tax Prep Federal EV tax breaks for new and used electric cars and plug-in hybrids were not instant at the point of sale in 2023 as they are for 2024. As a result, new…
Dodge, Charger Recall 285,000 Cars Over Airbag Shrapnel
Chrysler and Dodge are recalling nearly 285,000 cars because their side curtain airbag inflators can explode, sending metal shrapnel into the cabin where it could injure or kill. Recalled models include the: Airbag inflators are tiny capsules of chemicals that…
Mercedes Recalls 116,000 SUVs Over Fire Risk
Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall for more than 116,00 SUVs to fix a loose electrical connection that could trigger a vehicle fire. Recalled models include the following: Mercedes tells federal safety officials that a ground connection under the passenger’s seat…
Nissan Unveils Sharp 2025 Kicks Crossover
There’s no way around it – most automakers have neglected affordable car shoppers. So we notice when one produces an impressive car for the budget market. Nissan may have just done that with a surprise reveal of an all-new version…
Mercedes Bringing Plug-In Hybrid GLC For 2025
Quiz question – what’s the best-selling Mercedes-Benz? It’s not the stately E-Class, nor is it the G-Wagon that has worked its way into cultural consciousness. Mercedes-Benz’s best-seller is the humble GLC. Mercedes’ compact SUV is many people’s entry point to…
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars: Pros and Cons in 2024
With so much attention on electric vehicles (EVs), it’s easy to forget about hydrogen fuel cell cars. The Hyundai Nexo and Toyota Mirai continue to be marketed for sale, though only in California. Honda recently revealed its 2025 Honda CR-V…
Heaviest Electric Vehicles of 2024
Quick Facts About Electric Vehicle Weight If you wonder why weight carries, well, in a discussion of electric vehicles (EVs), it’s because the weight in any vehicle affects everything from range to insurance cost to tire wear. The immense weight…
Kia Shows Off Sharp New K4 Compact Car
There’s a dearth of attractive small cars with distinct personalities. Automakers have focused most of their design energy on more expensive cars for the last few years. It made fiscal sense – high interest rates meant wealthier buyers were more…
How To Prevent Hail Damage and Protect Your Car
Car Hail Damage Quick Facts Small hailstones can fall at 25 mph and cause dents on a car’s roof and hood. Park inside a garage or another covered location to avoid hail damage, or limit exposure and direct impact using…
Report: 96% of EV Chargers Could Be in Private Homes, Workplaces
The United States must massively improve the number of charging stations available to support the fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) Americans may own by 2030. But almost all of them will be in private homes. A new report from the…
EPA Announces Tighter Tailpipe Emissions Rules
The Environmental Protection Agency today announced a set of tailpipe emissions regulations that are simultaneously the toughest in U.S. history and milder than originally proposed. The rules don’t instruct automakers to build electric cars. Instead, they require that the…
Car Dealers Still Overstocked, but Selling Down the Backlog
Car prices are governed by supply and demand. Many dealerships entered 2024 drastically oversupplied. That’s still true, but February sales numbers show they’re managing to sell down the backlog of inventory. March is still a seller’s market, but conditions are…
Musk Promises Tesla Roadster With “Rocket-y Stuff.” What Is This About?
Elon Musk yesterday promised a new Tesla Roadster powered by rockets, capable of sprinting from 0-60 mph in under a second using technology from Musk’s SpaceX rocket company. Musk made the extraordinary claims in an interview with former CNN host…
EV Builder Fisker Halts Production, Talks Bankruptcy
Electric vehicle (EV) builder Fisker may be headed for bankruptcy soon. The company announced today that it will halt production of cars for at least six weeks while it works to avoid a collapse. The company says the pause will…
How Long Can You Drive on a Spare Tire?
A compact spare tire is for temporary emergency use only, and you should drive no more than 50 miles before replacing it. The only purpose of a spare tire is to allow you to drive your vehicle to the nearest…
Kia Teases 2025 K4: Aggressively-Styled Forte Replacement
The Kia Forte is a sneaky good car, but sneaky good has never worked out well for automakers. The Forte brings a spacious cabin, good fuel economy numbers, and the longest warranty in the business to the compact sedan arena….
4-Cylinder Engines Today Are as Powerful as V8s Were in 2001
The average 8-cylinder engine sold in 2001 made 238 horsepower. Today, the average 4-cylinder engine nearly matches it. Four pots in 2024 vehicles put out an average of 233 horsepower. The figures come from Experian, which tracks vehicle registrations to…
Recall Alert: Kia K900, Stinger
Kia is recalling about 36,000 cars with 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engines because an oil leak can lead to an engine compartment fire. Recalled models include the: 2019-2020 Kia K900 2018-2023 Kia Stinger Kia tells federal safety officials that a pipe…
Gas Prices Lower Than Last March, but About to Rise
According to AAA, the nationwide average price of a gallon of gas this morning sits at $3.44. That’s three cents less than the same week last year. But gas prices are about to start a normal, seasonal rise. Gas prices…
Cadillac Teases Performance With Opulent Velocity Concept
Cadillac is getting ready to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its V series of high-performance cars at this weekend’s running of the 12 Hours of Sebring endurance race. But the anniversary celebrations won’t just look back. They’ll include a glimpse…
10 Best SUV Lease Deals Under $300 in March 2024
If your mission is to find a good lease deal on a new SUV with a monthly payment of under $300, then check out our list of the best SUV lease deals for March 2024. From the skillful Subaru Crosstrek…
Diminished Value of a Car: Estimations After an Accident
Every reported accident, big or small, reduces your car’s value in the marketplace, even if repairs return it to its pre-accident condition — and that reduction is in addition to the typical loss of value (depreciation) as your car ages….
10 Best Used Car Deals in March 2024
If you are in the market for a used car and looking for a good deal, buying a previously owned vehicle can save you money with a lower price and possibly a lower rate when compared to purchasing new. Suppose…
Best SUVs for Families: Parents Chime In
When buying a family SUV, parents know what they need. Usually, safety tops the list of needs. But beyond that, a parent’s list gets more complicated. Some might be thrilled with a cheap car that fits the family and offers…
Apple CarPlay: Do You Need It?
Apple CarPlay Quick Facts We live our lives in concert with our phones, even in the car. It’s a primal need to stay in touch with our people, work, music, and the news. That’s why Apple CarPlay for iPhone users…
2024 Mazda CX-90 vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Comparison
The 2024 Mazda CX-90 and 2024 Toyota Highlander are midsize 3-row SUVs that prove you don’t need to pay a luxury-level price to get an opulent and spacious vehicle loaded with tech and safety features. In this company, the CX-90…
Electronic Stability Control: Everything You Need To Know
Quick Facts About Electronic Stability Control Electronic stability control systems help prevent cars from skidding when turning and drivers from losing control in critical driving situations. An ESC system evaluates data from various sensors and activates when it detects a…
10 Best Lease Deals Under $300 in March 2024
Price: $29,055Lease offer: $2,999 down and $299/month for 36 monthsExpires: 4/1/2024 See Toyota Camry models for sale near you Comfortable and efficient, loaded with standard safety features, and known for reliability, the Toyota Camry is an easy sedan to recommend….
The Best Cars for Seniors, All the Features You Need
No matter the age, here at Kelley Blue Book, we believe in owning a car that makes everyday life easier, driving safer, and fits our budget. On the other hand, we’d be kidding ourselves to think there aren’t some features…
Recall Alert: Jeep Grand Cherokee, Grand Cherokee L
Jeep is recalling about 9,400 Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee L SUVs from model years 2023 and 2024 because their high beams may not turn on when needed. Jeep tells the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that the programming…
Report: EVs Will Be Cheaper to Build by 2027
Electric cars are more expensive than gas-powered cars. That fact slows adoption, as many car shoppers can’t afford the premium or question paying more for a vehicle with access to less infrastructure. But every new technology gets cheaper to build…
Nissan Drops Ariya Price for 2024
Nissan’s Ariya electric SUV is getting a lot cheaper. Nissan has knocked between $3,575 and $6,035 off the price of every Ariya trim level for the new model year. Apart from the price change, there are no substantive differences between…
2024 Best Resale Value Awards: Top Cars, Trucks, and SUVs
When it comes to buying and selling a car, resale value is hugely important. A new car that loses its value faster than its rivals can cost you money in lower trade-in value or the possibility of owing more than…
10 Best Truck Deals in March 2024
There are some amazing truck deals available this month. With offers on models like the compact Ford Maverick, midsize Nissan Frontier, or full-size Toyota Tundra, now may be the time to buy or lease. Check out our list of the…
Towing Capacity Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Towing Capacity Quick Tips Truck towing capacity can vary widely within a class or even within a single model with several engines and transmission options. Published towing specs assume the vehicle carries only the driver, not the family, friends, or…
Rivian Reveals Expected R2, Unexpected R3 SUVs
“Oh, and one more thing.” It’s a Silicon Valley trope by now. But you have to tip your hat when someone does it well. Electric vehicle (EV) builder Rivian invited the press to see one new vehicle today and showed…
Actual Cash Value: How It Works for Car Insurance
Quick Facts About a Car’s Actual Cash Value The actual cash value of your car is what it’s worth in its current condition or the amount you could reasonably expect to get for it if you sold it today. When…
Plug-in Hybrid Car Range: A Chart
Quick Facts About Hybrids Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are like more traditional hybrids (such as the Toyota Prius) in that their powertrain is a combination of a battery-fed electric motor and an internal combustion engine (ICE). However, unlike traditional hybrids (HEVs),…
Faster and Farther: Driving the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4
It’s not the usual thing to start off a car review from the back seat, but that’s how it happened with the updated-for-2024 Volkswagen ID.4 all-electric SUV. I was one of four adult males being given a demonstration of the…
2025 Infiniti QX80 Gets V6 More Powerful Than Its Old V8
Infiniti will replace its QX80 flagship SUV for the 2025 model year. Nissan’s luxury arm will reveal the new car in full on March 20 but is slowly passing out details to whet shoppers’ appetites in the run-up to the…
Porsche Teases High-Performance Taycan Variant
Electric car builders are in a Cold War of speed. Many build high-end luxury sedans, like the Tesla Model S, Porsche Taycan, or Lucid Air. Those cars are plenty quick, enjoying the instant-torque advantage electric vehicles (EVs) have over gas-powered…
Recall Alert: Toyota Camry, Camry Hybrid
Toyota has recalled about 4,200 Camry and Camry Hybrid sedans from model years 2023 and 2024 because their rear seats may contain improper welds and could break in an accident. All of the recalled cars use a 60/40-split folding rear…
2025 Honda Pilot Gets a New High-End Black Edition
The 2025 Honda Pilot looks significantly more expensive than the 2024 model in web searches, but that’s mostly an illusion. Honda has snipped the least-expensive trim from the lineup and added a new, more expensive, high-end version. In the middle…
Nissan Certified Pre-Owned Program – Kelley Blue Book
Quick Facts Eligible vehicles: Nissan vehicles up to 6 years old with less than 80,000 miles Limited warranty: 7 years/100,000 miles (whichever occurs first, beginning on the original in-service date) Powertrain warranty: 7 years/100,000 miles (whichever occurs first, beginning on…
Car Safety Agency Makes Harder Tests; More Cars Ace Them
2024 is a good year for car safety. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the American car safety testing group regarded as the hardest grader in the industry, made its crash tests even harder. But more cars earned its…
Report: America’s Greenest Car Isn’t an EV
Millions of Americans want to cut their carbon footprints, help the U.S. economy get off of foreign oil, and save money at the gas pump. They’d do well to buy an electric vehicle (EV). But, if they want to make…
Maserati Returns to Convertible Market With 2024 GranCabrio
Maserati is a car brand renowned for its beautiful machines. The sort of sensualist who dreams of owning a Maserati likely appreciates the joy of top-down driving. Yet, Modena’s finest hasn’t built a droptop in five years. They were, apparently,…
2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid vs. 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid Comparison
Searching for a new vehicle occasionally leads buyers to look at the biggest offering in one class and the smallest vehicle in the next size segment because they can end up being about the same size. This is the case…
V8 for Victory: Driving the 2024 Ford Mustang GT
Normal isn’t normal. When the Mustang GT’s exhaust system is in Normal mode, it sounds both glorious and slightly worrying. Making an early-morning getaway isn’t done quietly. Who doesn’t love the roar of a naturally aspirated V8? But an hour…
Certified by Polestar – Kelley Blue Book
Quick Facts Eligible vehicles: Polestar 1, Polestar 2 Limited warranty: Two years/unlimited mileage after expiration of new car warranty Powertrain warranty: Two years/unlimited mileage after expiration of the new car warranty Roadside assistance: Included during warranty period Additional programs: None…
Lexus’ L/Certified Pre-Owned Program – Kelley Blue Book
Quick Facts Eligible vehicles: Lexus vehicles from the current model year plus six years with fewer than 80,000 miles of use Limited warranty: Two years and unlimited miles after the expiration of the Lexus new car warranty Powertrain warranty: Two…
2024 Mazda CX-50 vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Comparison
The 2024 Mazda CX-50 and 2024 Toyota RAV4 are compact SUVs with room for five and enviable reputations for delivering a lot of value for your car shopping budget. First introduced for the 2023 model year, the handsome Mazda CX-50…
GM Recalls Midsize Trucks Over Sudden Mystery Braking
General Motors has recalled about 56,000 midsize trucks because their automatic emergency braking systems can trigger for no reason. The company says it is aware of “234 field complaints in the U.S.” over the issue. Four caused accidents and three…
Kia Certified Pre-Owned Program – Kelley Blue Book
Quick Facts Eligible vehicles: Used Kia vehicles less than six years old with fewer than 80,000 miles of use Limited warranty: 1-year/12,000-mile Platinum Coverage limited warranty from date of purchase Powertrain warranty: 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty from the original date…
Nissan: Soothe Your Baby With a Red Monster Companion
Babies are safest in an infant car seat installed to face the back of the car. But, as every parent knows, that’s not great for communication. It leaves you unable to see your baby without a precisely-angled set of mirrors,…
2024 Jeep Compass Starts Under $28,000
The Jeep brand has been moving upmarket recently, offering 6-figure large SUVs and even Wrangler models pushing over the $90,000 mark. The brand cut its least-expensive model, the Renegade, after the 2023 model year. It also ended production of its…
Report: Ford Dealers Faked Some Takata Airbag Repairs
The Detroit Free Press this weekend published a bombshell report alleging that Ford “is working to re-inspect more than a quarter-million vehicles after the company discovered flawed work and false billing by dealership technicians during the required replacement of dangerous…
Recall Alert: Toyota Tundra, Sequoia; Lexus LX600
Toyota and its Lexus luxury brand have recalled about 280,000 full-size trucks and SUVs because they can creep forward even when the transmission is in neutral. Recalled models include: In a press release, the company explains, “Certain parts of the…
BMW, Rolls-Royce Recall 80,000 Vehicles Over Brake Problem
BMW and its Rolls-Royce subsidiary have issued a recall covering nearly 80,000 vehicles because of problems with their braking systems. Recalled models include: The company tells federal safety officials that the vehicles “have been assembled with an integrated brake system…
EVs Don’t Rumble — Dodge Wants to Change That
We’ll lose some things in the electric car era — things some of us love. The glorious, throaty rumble of a V8? Gone. Electric vehicles (EVs) are so quiet that designers invent fake noises for them to make so pedestrians…
2025 Ram 1500 Ranges From Low $40,000s to $90,000
The 2025 Ram 1500 is not an entirely new truck. But it’s close. Ram has rethought America’s third-best-selling vehicle almost completely, like a neighbor that remodeled their house so thoroughly you’re surprised they didn’t knock it down and rebuild. The…
Toyota Offers $40,000 Off a $67,000 Car
Toyota is temporarily offering one of the largest discounts we’ve ever seen, but only on a car very few people can use. If your driving keeps you almost entirely in California, this news is for you. For the rest of…
It May Cost More Than You Think to Replace a Windshield
Quick Facts About Windshield Replacement in 2024 What was once a straightforward and inexpensive repair often exceeds $1,000. Advanced tech in newer model cars makes windshield replacement expensive. Aligning cameras and sensors helps ensure advanced safety features work correctly, but…
2025 Mazda CX-70 Prices Start at $41,820
The 2025 Mazda CX-70 is a unique vehicle but one likely to be just right for certain buyers. Many manufacturers make both a 2-row and a 3-row midsize SUV. But the two are typically easy to tell apart – like…
Audi, VW Recall 261,000 Cars Over Possible Fuel Leak
Volkswagen and its Audi luxury brand have recalled about 261,000 cars because a seal inside a fuel pump can fail, creating a fuel leak that could lead to an engine fire. The defect is found only in front-wheel-drive (FWD) versions…
Jeep Says Goodbye to V8-Powered Wrangler With Final Edition
The Jeep Wrangler has a long and storied history. The Hemi V8 engine also has a long and storied history. For a brief time, they intersected. But it’s almost over. Apparently, Jeep will soon stop building Wrangler models with Hemi…
Cadillac Lyriq Regains $7,500 Tax Credit
Last year, most Cadillac Lyriq electric vehicles (EVs) were eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit. But they lost the discount on Jan. 1. Now, GM claims, it’s coming back. The federal Department of Energy doesn’t yet include the Lyriq…
Can You Refinance a Car Loan? 5 Pro Tips
There are several sensible reasons to consider refinancing a car loan. Among them are lowering the monthly payment, shortening the loan terms, and reducing the interest rate. However, is refinancing a car loan possible? Refinancing a Car Loan: Is It…
Reports: U.S. To Ease Tailpipe Emissions Rules, Slow EV Transition
The White House is preparing to soften tailpipe emissions rules that, as currently written, would require automakers to reduce new vehicle emissions by 56% by 2032. Automakers estimate that, if the rules don’t change, they’d need 67% of the new…
2024 Hyundai Palisade vs. 2024 Honda Pilot Comparison
This is a matchup between the proven 2024 Honda Pilot and the (relatively) new kid on the block — the 2024 Hyundai Palisade. The Pilot and Palisade are virtually the same vehicles they were last year — when they both…
2024 Hyundai Kona vs. 2024 Mazda CX-30 Comparison
The Mazda CX-30 and Hyundai Kona represent two unique and exciting approaches to the subcompact SUV segment. Each has striking design, a choice of powertrains, and more practicality than you might first think given their small footprint. They are also…
2024 Mazda3 vs. 2024 Hyundai Elantra Comparison
Buying a compact sedan doesn’t mean settling for bargain basement features and performance. You can drive a small car without sacrificing style and driving pleasure. The 2024 Mazda3 and 2024 Hyundai Elantra demonstrate the state of the art in affordable…
Let’s Take a Look Inside the 2024 Porsche Cayenne
The Porsche Cayenne was the prestigious German brand’s first SUV, and it’s still a competitive player in the midsize luxury SUV segment. Now in its third generation, the Cayenne does an excellent job taking its brand’s character as a luxury…
AAA: Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking Isn’t Infallible
Reverse automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems are a marginally useful technology to supplement a driver’s attention, but they are not a substitute for it. AAA technicians tested the systems in four popular compact SUV models and found them unable to…
Mercedes Wants to Build a Car You Can Talk To
“Hey, Mercedes, turn the heat down 2 degrees.” “Sure, Sean,” the car says, then asks, “Hey, how did the talk with the editor go? Is he going to sign off on the fictional intro?” “I didn’t ask. Just submitted it.”…
GM’s Super Cruise Expanding to Cover 750,000 Miles Of Roads
General Motors is expanding the reach of its Super Cruise hands-free driving assistance system. Once complete, Super Cruise will cover “about 750,000 miles of compatible roads across the U.S. and Canada,” the company says. Super Cruise is a hands-free driver…
How Much Does It Cost To Charge an Electric Car?
Charging an electric vehicle battery overnight at home is usually the least expensive option. Gas prices fluctuate, and electricity rates vary regionally, but in most cases, it costs less per month to charge an EV than to buy gas for…
2024 Lincoln Nautilus vs. 2024 Lexus RX Comparison
The 2024 Lincoln Nautilus and 2024 Lexus RX are midsize luxury SUVs with two rows of seating and a lovely ability to take the stress out of daily driving. Unlike sportier rivals, these SUVs are firmly focused on providing a…
2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE Starts At $57,650
Mercedes-Benz designed the 2024 CLE to thread a needle. It replaces 2-door models of both the C-Class and E-Class, though both will continue as 4-door cars. Fittingly, it’s priced right between them. It’s part of a larger plan to shrink the Mercedes…
Which Is Better to Buy: Fully Electric Car or Hybrid?
If you’re considering alternative fuel vehicles, you likely have an overarching question: Is it better to buy a hybrid or an electric car? Choosing the best option is your decision because everyone defines “better” differently, and each type of electrified…
Cheapest Electric Cars of 2024
It’s official: We’re living in the future. Not technically, of course — now is still now — but today’s car market is the future we dreamed of not so long ago, with a host of affordable EVs on the market…
Tesla Cuts Model Y Prices Temporarily
Tesla has cut the price of some Model Y SUVs by $1,000 until the end of February. The all-electric automaker dropped the price of the base Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) to $44,380 (including the $1,390 destination fee). The mid-level…
Buying a Cheap Car? Top 8 Things To Consider
Quick Tips About Shopping for a Cheap Car Mileage is often the primary consideration when used car shopping, but the vehicle’s age is important because parts for older models can be expensive or hard to get. You might not get everything…
10 Best Used SUV Deals in February 2024
Buying a used SUV is a great way to save money. You can take advantage of the price savings from depreciation, and in some cases, you can get a lower APR than what’s available for the new version of that…
Auto Credit Availability Worsens – Kelley Blue Book
Most economic news has been good early in 2024, but the market is still challenging for those looking for a car loan. The Dealertrack Auto Credit Total Loan Index tracks how difficult it is to qualify for all types of…
Let’s Take a Look Inside the 2024 GMC Sierra HD
The GMC Sierra HD is the mechanical twin of the Chevrolet Silverado HD. The difference is that the GMC has a different aesthetic and a diverse model range that’s more upscale than the Chevy. The off-road-ready AT4 variants and luxurious…
J.D. Power: Vehicles Growing Less Dependable
Lexus builds the most dependable cars for sale in America. Toyota builds the most dependable vehicles available at mainstream prices. But they’re standouts in a struggling industry as overall vehicle dependability, measured after three years of ownership, fell in the…
Want to Love Your Car? Buy a Corvette, Says Consumer Reports
Car shopping is nerve-wracking. The right purchase can protect your finances, make you smile when you see it, feel like an extension of yourself on a winding road, and impress your friends. The wrong buy can be a daily disappointment…
California May Reimburse Repairs for Pothole Damage
Much of Southern California was pummeled by historic rainfall earlier this week. Rain brings potholes. Hitting a pothole can damage a tire, the wheel rim holding it, and even a vehicle’s suspension and alignment. A 2022 AAA study found that…
Reports: Audi Extends R8 Production
Audi hasn’t stopped building its R8 supercar after all. The beloved low-slung coupe with the contrast-color side vents was scheduled to exit after the 2023 model year. But a new report says the factory continues to build them. Audi dealers…
Can I Buy a Car With Poor Credit History?
Quick Facts About Buying a Car With Bad Credit Good and bad credit scores get determined by the most common scoring models — VantageScore and FICO. The automotive financing industry uses another rating system called the FICO Auto Score, which…
10 Best 0% APR Deals in February 2024
This month is jam-packed with great 0% APR financing deals. There are offers on some great vehicles, including compact and midsize SUVs, plus sedans, trucks, hybrids, an EV, and a minivan. Term lengths range from 36 to 72 months, and…
2025 Kia K5: New Engine, New Tech, Divisive Lighting
Kia’s affordable midsize sedan, the K5, is getting an update for 2025. Changes include a new engine, new cabin tech, and a love-it-or-hate-it lighting scheme you’ll instantly recognize when you see it. But the K5 keeps the long warranty and…
10 Best Lease Deals Around $200 in February 2024
Are you looking for a lease on a new car and need to keep the payment around $200? Well, there are some awesome deals available. You’ll find bargains on new subcompact, compact, and midsize SUVs and cars, as well as…
Best Cars for Tall People Looking for a Comfortable Ride
Quick Facts About Vehicles for Tall People Tall drivers must weigh headroom, legroom, windshield height, and more. If a taller driver prefers a sunroof, a test drive may help determine if the vehicle presents any head bumps. The best all-around…
Report: Tesla Owners Can Now Transfer FSD, Free Supercharging
Tesla owners who paid for unlimited free Supercharging or the brand’s “full self-driving” capability may be able to transfer those features to another Tesla, according to a new report. The news comes from Electrek, which says it “talked to two…
GM Heavy-Duty Truck Recall: Tailgates Falling Open
General Motors has recalled over 323,000 heavy-duty pickups because their tailgates can fall open unexpectedly. Recalled models include: GM has ordered dealers to stop selling the trucks until they have fixed models currently on sales lots that may have the…
10 Best SUV Deals in February 2024
Our search for deals on SUVs this month has turned up bargains on new 2024 models, as well as a few outgoing models. Whether you are looking for a subcompact, compact, or midsize SUV, you’ll find an abundance of options…
BMW Confirms Manual Transmission for 2025 Z4
The BMW Z4 is among the great driver’s cars of the current era. It’s fast enough to satisfy any enthusiast but not chase speed records. You could outrun it in a sprint to 60 mph in a M5 sedan. …
Tesla Recalls 2.2 Million Vehicles Over Font Size
Tesla has issued a recall for nearly every vehicle it has ever sold because the safety warnings they display are smaller than federal law allows. The recall applies to all Tesla models, including the: Federal law specifies that safety warnings…
Auto Loan Rates Likely To Fall Soon; Fed Holds Rates for Now
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady yesterday but signaled that it expects to begin cutting them later this year. The Federal Open Market Committee of the U.S. Federal Reserve, commonly called “the Fed,” controls the interest rate for overnight…
Cell Phones Track Everything but the Accidents They Cause
Here’s a statistic you won’t believe: In 2021, less than 1% of fatal car crashes involved someone distracted by a cell phone. It’s a statistic you probably shouldn’t believe. Anyone who has driven a car in the last decade has…
2024 Kia Sorento Starts at $33,365
The Kia Sorento gets upgrades inside and out for 2024, but they’ll come with a price boost. The base model Sorento sees its price rise by $1,600 with the new model year. Most other trim levels rise by more. The…