A high rate of reliability is key when buying a new or used car in 2024. Though we have all heard that certain car brands are renowned for reliability and offering you the most stress-free driving experience, some automakers go above and beyond when it comes to the least problems per 100 cars built. Bullet-proof brands such as Honda, Toyota, Mazda, and Chevrolet are all high up as some of the most reliable car brands, but there is one automaker that beats the rest for problem-free driving.

The Car Brand With the Least Problems Per 100 Cars Built

Mercedes-Benz Korea released the names of its electric vehicle battery suppliers on Tuesday, bowing to public outrage after one of its cars burst into flame in a parking lot earlier this month. The Mercedes-Benz model EQE 350 that exploded into flames had a battery from Chinese manufacturer Farasis Energy, Mercedes Korea disclosed on its website Tuesday.

Mercedes-Benz Korea discloses EV battery makers after fire

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Tesla owners are jumping ship. Over half of trade-ins are for gas cars or electric vehicles from other brands. 
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Over Half of Tesla Owners Are Trading Their EVs in for Gas Cars

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The Chevrolet Malibu, Ford Edge and Ram 1500 TRX are among the car models set to be discontinued before the 2025 model year.

Which cars won't make it to 2025? Roundup of discontinued models

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A WOMAN bought her Kia brand new three years ago, and just finished paying it off – now she faces an $11,000 repair. The diagnosis was made after an independent shop told her she didn’t need an oil consumption test. Jill St. Marie, a Canadian Kia owner, bought her 2016 Forte from a dealership three […]

I took my Kia to the shop over a knocking sound in the engine – I was handed $11k repair bill despite extended warranty

Hyundai has issued a recall for as many as 54,647 vehicles because their fuel pumps could fail, resulting in a loss of drive power. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall covers some 2019 through 2023 models of the Genesis G70, Veloster N, Elantra N, and Kona N.

Hyundai recalls nearly 55,000 vehicles with faulty fuel pumps

Casual fans of any athletic sport may believe that racing is one of the most minor sports. However, a former NASCAR driver, Danica Patrick, may have something to say about those false assumptions. Patrick, who also drove in the IndyCar, stays in shape through her retirement. The 42-year-old took to...

PHOTO: Danica Patrick Has Fans Gasping For Breath With Her Skin-Tight Gym Outfit While In A Provocative Workout Position

This stock has crushed the broader S&P 500 since its IPO in 1981. A much larger store base has helped generate significantly greater revenue and earnings. Despite a slowdown, demand should pick up and be healthy for several years into the future. This dominant company has done a fantastic job...

1 Stock That Turned $1,000 Into Nearly $30 Million

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More and more people are buying electric cars or considering one as their next purchase, but EVs do have a problem: the battery. The range for most cars isn’t where manufacturers and consumers would want it to be. Also, charging times can differ in speed, which can be a problem depending on what sort of trips you’re taking.
Then there’s the actual battery health to consider, as the battery will degrade in time, requiring an expensive replacement. That’s assuming buyers won’t rather buy a brand-new EV car.
The lifespan of an electric car’s battery also opens up environmental concerns. Ideally, that EV...

EV batteries with a 600-mile range and fast charging speeds are coming

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

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For those who can't afford to miss work or shell out for unexpected repairs, vehicle reliability matters. Here are the 10 car models to avoid due to their low dependability scores according to non-profit consumer advocacy firm Consumer Reports.

The 10 least dependable cars according to Consumer Reports


Ford has issued a do-not-drive order over airbag issues 
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Ford issues a do-not-drive order for over 765,000 vehicles

One of the main sticking points to the wider adoption of electric vehicles in the United States and beyond is the high cost of a new EV. According to Kelley Blue Book, the average transaction price of a new combustion car in the U.S. in June was $48,644, while new EVs had an average MSRP of $56,371.

EVs May Get Cheaper Than Gas Cars As Early As Next Year. Here’s Why

Stellantis is in the throes of a corporate upheaval. The stark contrast between the soaring fortunes of its European brands and the precipitous decline of its American counterparts Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, and Ram is a glaring concern. Despite this, CEO Carlos Tavares maintains that North America, where profits are also plummeting, requires substantial revitalization.

Stellantis Faces Corporate Turmoil as Iconic American Brands Dodge, Jeep, and Chrysler Struggle Amid European Success

There’s a scene in “The Pink Panther Strikes Back” where Inspector Clouseau enters a hotel and sees a small dog. He asks the clerk, “Does your dog bite?” Told no, Clouseau pats the dog’s head—and the dog immediately bites him. Clouseau turns to...

Size Does Matter—But Not In The Way You Think

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Many young people feel lonely, but two 25-year-olds bucked the trend after making an instant connection on Bumble BFF.

Two lonely 25-year-olds met on Bumble BFF. Seven weeks later they're living together as 'platonic soulmates' who share a bed.

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Dozens of Californians are part of a class action lawsuit filed in July against Toyota. They claim the carmaker's salespeople misled them about the state's unreliable hydrogen refueling infrastructure.

Refueling a hydrogen car in California is so annoying that drivers are suing Toyota

Used cars have been a real headache for buyers, as new car prices have pushed used models into the stratosphere in rarity and cost. That trend is more dramatic with some vehicles than others, however, as iSeeCars’ recent study found that some used models saw significant market share growth, and the increase is relatively closely correlated with their price.

These used cars have the greatest market share growth over the last 10 years

When it comes to electric vehicles (EVs), potential range degradation over time and use has haunted owners for what seems like an eternity. However, as battery technology improves, and so does EV longevity, these fears can slowly be phased out. For instance, the YouTube channel AutoTrader has been documenting a Tesla Model S from 2016 with over 430,000 miles on the clock from to its eight years of service as an airport taxi. Surprisingly, the car has been able to pull this off without requiring a battery or motor replacement of any kind.

Tesla Model S that clocked 430,000 miles undergoes battery inspection, reveals 28% battery degradation after 8 years of heavy use

At the risk of sounding like just another hyperbolic claim of the “Best of Anything in the World”, a popular mechanic went out on a limb putting his reputation at stake and revealed what he professes is truly the best vehicle in the world. Sorry, Tesla but to...

The Best Vehicle in the World is a Pickup Truck Not a Tesla

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Mercedes fire sparks used EV selling spree as prices plummet

EVs are piling up in the used car market — and prices are sliding — as people terrified by a recent Mercedes EV explosion in an...

Mercedes fire sparks used EV selling spree as prices plummet

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