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To the surprise of no one, the Ford F-Series remains the top-selling new vehicle, a position it has held for nearly a half century. That said, GM continues to outsell Ford in full-size pickup trucks, spreading its sales across Chevrolet…

Hyundai loves to tease us. If not by offering a well-equipped model for a competitive price, they sometimes load up a popular model, pushing it into a whole different sphere. Sometimes they do both. The midsize three-row Hyundai Palisade is…

Mazda, like every other automotive manufacturer, sells more utility vehicles than cars. As such, its car model offerings are down to just two –– the Miata roadster and the compact Mazda3 sedan and hatchback. The Mazda6 midsize sedan disappeared by…

Automakers add new models all the time. When they quietly drop one, though, it usually means something bigger is going on. The vehicles that disappear tend to have history—sometimes decades of it—and their exits often say as much about shifting…

The subcompact SUV market remains hot, serving as a natural gateway to the market for many new vehicle buyers. Today’s models, though, are anything but diminutive, as they typically offer room for five and do so in comfort. Among the…

Compact cars have quietly been reinventing themselves, and the 2026 K4 Hatchback is a clear example of why the segment still matters. It blends approachable pricing with modern tech, real performance options, and the added flexibility buyers expect from a…

If you have ever started a left turn and suddenly realized someone in the crosswalk seemed to appear out of nowhere, you are not imagining things. New research from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows that vehicle design…

Mazda never rushes. Instead, it waits. Then, it acts with intent. That patience matters in today’s hybrid-heavy market, where many vehicles feel engineered to satisfy federal regulations rather than advance drivability. The 2026 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid avoids that pitfall. It…

When President Donald J. Trump recently suggested that America should build and sell Japanese-style “kei cars,” the comment set off a ripple of curiosity. These tiny runabouts are iconic in Japan, beloved for their thrift, charm, and maneuverability. Yet they…

New-car prices have climbed to the point where many shoppers feel locked out of the market. Monthly payments resemble a mortgage for some households, and the old comfort of a three- or four-year loan has given way to long terms…

A curious account of a Camaro that returned to its Connecticut roots. Everyone has heard stories of cats or dogs who travel miles and years to get home. But I have a story of a car – an automobile —…

The electric vehicle segment is comprised of multiple types of vehicles, not just pure EVs. This is important to know as consumers have plenty of choices when shopping for a highly efficient vehicle. Further, with the federal tax credit eliminated,…

This article was originally shared Thanksgiving 2023. The air was crisp, the skies a dull gray, and leaves scattered across roads in colorful waves of orange, red, and brown. Thanksgiving had always been a warm and comforting event in our…

Tesla did not redesign the Model X for 2026—but they made it much lighter. By shaving nearly 400 pounds, the big electric SUV now weighs about 5,219 pounds, putting it surprisingly close to large gas-powered rivals.Here’s how Tesla pulled off…

If you live where winter takes a deep hold in your area with temperatures regularly staying in sub-freezing territory, then having the correct oil viscosity is essential before the season arrives. As temperatures plunge, your motor oil thickens and that…

As cold weather overtakes and dominates your area, the reality of winter settles in. Your vehicle thrives in stable temperatures– mostly spring and fall – but it is during the extremes (summer and winter), when your battery, tires, and even…

It starts innocently enough — the hum of tires on asphalt, the rhythmic flash of white lines, the cabin warm enough to make the world outside feel colder and farther away. Your eyes burn a little. A blink lasts too…

Dealing your ride in a seller’s market. The COVID-19 pandemic did much more than threaten our health. The crisis threw a wrench into automaker’s manufacturing plans with most canceling or cutting back on their orders. Semiconductor chips were among the…

Ignition coils act as an electrical transformer that amplifies the battery voltage to generate sparks. If it is faulty, the engine may misfire, backfire, have rough idle, or experience sudden power loss. You need to test the ignition coils when…

Inflation erodes purchasing power, making it crucial for incomes to keep pace with rising costs—a challenge keenly felt in the automotive market. While sticker shock is common for new car buyers, a detailed look at the Monroney label reveals one…