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It is a sobering fact and one that sparks a little inner outrage among consumers―new car prices have reached prohibitively high levels that place many car buyers into new car debt that is not necessary. New car prices have crept up into the $50,000 (on average) range. And if...

Best Used Cars of the Year: The 10 Top Picks by Consumer Reports

While Tesla ranked at the middle of the pack on Consumer Report’s new car reliability chart, it’s a different story when it comes to used cars. CR members ranked 5- to 10-year-old Tesla EVs as some of the least reliable cars in the country. Tesla is one of...

Tesla Is One Of The Least Reliable Used Car Brands: Consumer Reports

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Finding the right balance between affordability and luxury can be tricky when you're looking for a new car. Typically when you choose luxury, it means your budget will suffer. But there are some...

5 Affordable Car Brands That Have a Luxury Lineup

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Consumer Reports did a brand ranking for used car reliability of five- to 10-year-old cars and here are the brands that are most and least reliable.

Consumer Reports lists first-ever ranking of most reliable used cars to buy

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When it comes to reliability, Japanese cars like the Toyota Corolla are revered for their indestructibility, dependability, and easy maintenance routines. Consumer Reports seems to agree, with the findings of its latest study (the organization's first-ever brand ranking for secondhand vehicles) placing Toyota and Lexus in front of 26 brands.

The Most Reliable Used Cars On The Market Are Made By The Brands You Expect

Price wars aside, Chinese electric car companies are now competing on driver-assist and other tech powered by semiconductors. "It's hard to point to your product being superior when your competitors use the exact same silicon to power their infotainment and intelligent driving systems," said Tu Le, founder of consulting firm Sino Auto Insights.

China's electric car race is becoming more about chip prowess as companies focus on tech

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This Mechanic Warns That Quick Oil Change Places Can Ruin Even the Best New Cars

The size of compact cars means they can do a bit of everything. From daily commutes to medium-distance trips, from the beach to the mountains. The hatchback has always been versatile (as long as you don't overload it with luggage), without sacrificing too much of anything. It is a category...

BMW 1 Series VS Mercedes A Class: The historic challenge continues

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‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

The 2024 Toyota bZ4x is heavily discounted currently. Labor Day deals will allow you to snag one up for just over $200 per month for 36 months with $4,000 due at signing. Leasing allows you to take advantage of the federal tax credit regardless of your personal tax situation. Buying...

2024 Toyota bZ4x Labor Day Lease Deals Are Hot

Every year, manufacturers produce cars that become fan favorites. These are the cars that get all the hype and sales year after year. Some examples include the Toyota Corolla , Honda Civic, and Tesla Model Y. However, there are also cars that don't get to taste the same type of glory.

10 Most Underrated Cars Of 2024

Safety ratings and recalls are key factors in determining a vehicle's reliability, along with fuel economy and costs of ownership. Toyota hybrids like the RAV4, Corolla, and Grand Highlander offer practicality, fuel efficiency, and impressive driving ranges. The Toyota Sequoia Hybrid stands out for its towing capacity and reliability, setting...

8 Best Toyota Hybrids Based On Reliability

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The proliferation of M models with a focus on crossovers and SUVs has attracted a more diverse clientele. Just look at the sales figures as BMW M posted record deliveries in 2023 with 202,530 vehicles. Yes, that number includes M Performance models, but you get the idea. But who are the people buying cars carrying the “most powerful letter in the world”? In the case of the M5, it would have to be middle-aged men.

BMW Says The Typical New M5 Buyer Is A Middle-Aged Man

A quartet of Mazda MX-5s cover a 1,000-mile trip on 100 percent biofuel with zero fossil content. Motoring editor Jeremy Taylor and Jessica Talbot-Ponsonby try the ever-youthful MX-5 convertible. The Mazda MX-5 & Eco Fuel. JT – You may have read car manufacturers are struggling with the uncertainty over Government...

Inside The Mazda MX-5 Sustainable Road Trip

The Toyota Prius is one of the most controversial vehicles ever created. Some drivers love the Prius. Others love to hate it. Regardless of your stance, it's hard to argue about the impact that the Toyota Prius has had on the American automotive industry and the modern driver. Decades ago, when the Prius first hit the scene in late 1997 , fuel economy may not have been as important to drivers. Today, as gas prices have reached record highs, it's tough to ignore a vehicle's gas mileage.

Here's How The Toyota Prius Really Stands In The Hybrid Market

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New reports indicate that cars made of new forms of steel could provide stronger and lighter cars that are also much more fuel-efficient. According to reports shared by Knowable Magazine, new types of steel are being created by combining lightweight polymers with carbon fiber-spun interiors and underbodies to help reduce the weight of the vehicle and make more fuel-efficient cars.
This is also something that we’re seeing heavily invested in when it comes to battery-powered electric vehicles, as they require lighter materials to help them offer longer rangers on their more limited electrical charges. However, safety is also an important aspect...

Carmakers found a way to make every car more fuel efficient

Ariel, the UK-based brand behind the iconic Atom track performer, has unveiled the E-Nomad concept, an all-electric version of the new Nomad 2 off-roader. Powered by a rear-mounted electric motor and a 41 kWh battery, the E-Nomad produces a healthy 281 hp and 361 lb-ft of torque. Ariel says this allows the e-Nomad to accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 3.4 seconds.

Ariel E-Nomad Off-Roader Is Proof Electric Cars Can Be Fun

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Cars don’t stay popular forever. Ones that used to be wildly popular are now starting to disappear from the market, […]

10 Best-Selling Cars That Vanished From the Market

If you’re a potential family car customer who’s holding off on buying an electric vehicle because of high prices and road trip anxiety, Ford is thinking about you. In fact, the automaker is hedging its electric vehicle plans, betting that most consumers would rather buy a hybrid than a full EV.

Ford scraps all-electric SUV plan, saying drivers want hybrids

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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Drivers Find New Car Tech 'Annoying,' Study Finds. Yes, Again

J.D. Power surveyed more than 80,000 new-car buyers about what tech features they like and dislike. It shows that carmakers are still figuring out what kinds...

Drivers Find New Car Tech 'Annoying,' Study Finds. Yes, Again

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