Author: Matthew Keegan

Federal Tax credit for EVs ends on September 30, 2025. The federal electric vehicle tax credit is no more. For nearly 20 years, it shaped the automotive market, giving electric vehicles a fighting chance against entrenched gasoline models. Automakers leaned…

The Nissan Juke is a rare breed, a quirkily styled model that by all accounts should have immediately failed in a discriminating consumer market. This subcompact crossover utility vehicle, however, rolled out in 2011 and stayed around through 2017, as…

Once a proud premium brand, Chrysler is a shell of itself. Because of mergers, acquisitions, and some very questionable planning from company executives, Chrysler’s future remains in doubt, despite promises of revival. The Chrysler marque is currently limited to the…

Car repairs are often stressful. Few of us have the expertise to know exactly what’s wrong, and when our vehicle is down, the pressure to get it fixed quickly can make us vulnerable. Most repair shops are honest and professional,…

Every tire carries more information than just its size and load capacity. One of the most important details is the speed rating — a letter code stamped on the sidewall that tells you the maximum speed a tire can safely…

Electric vehicles are dead. Long live electric vehicles! Well, EVs are not dead, but the big push to full electrification is, thanks to a combination of federal policies and consumer demand. Another type of electric vehicle, hybrids, shows signs of…

The automotive industry’s operative word beginning in 2025 is “tariffs,” which Oxford describes as “a tax or duty to be paid on a particular class of imports or exports.” The Trump administration made it household word when the president instituted…

You just finished paying off your car loan and are finding yourself studying advertisements for new cars. Your current vehicle is four years old, has 70,000 miles on the odometer, and will eventually hit a significant maintenance milestone — and…

The Volkswagen Golf R is no ordinary hatchback—it delivers true performance wrapped in a practical, everyday subcompact package. Here are 14 standout features of the model that tops the Golf line. 1. Turbocharged Power—328 Horsepower The Golf R features a…

The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 has surged to the top of America’s most-stolen vehicle list, according to new findings from the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI). Meanwhile, a software upgrade, has helped diminish theft rates for certain Hyundai and Kia models….

The Ford Motor Company is seeking to rekindle its Model T magic by making a historic and costly investment in electric vehicles. This month, the company announced a $5 billion outlay in EV technology, a princely sum for a company…

When a hurricane impacts America, the damage is sometimes extensive. Lives are turned upside, property damage assessed, and a long rebuilding process begins. Flood cars are one part of the equation, vehicles are damaged beyond repair. Even so, tens of…

The Chrysler Group, once comprised of four brands – Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram – is no more. It is now part of Stellantis North America, a division that also includes Italian makes Fiat and Alfa Romeo. Stellantis, formed in…

How much farther can you drive when the gas light comes on in your car? That is a question that begs for an accurate answer, especially if you are miles away from a gas station. The good news is that…

The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a medium-sized crossover SUV. This model is an offshoot of the original three-row Atlas, supplying room for five along with generous cargo capacity. The segment is chockful of competitors, with numerous trims (or grades)…

The Mazda MX-5 Miata stands apart in today’s crowded automotive landscape. This diminutive roadster has delivered pure driving pleasure for more than three decades, earning a reputation that few sports cars can claim. Built by Mazda with a singular focus…

It is difficult to find fault with Mazda’s stubborn commitment to the MX-5 Miata. In an automotive world that’s been largely overtaken by crossovers, electrification, and cushy tech-laden rides, the Miata stands as a rolling testament to what driving used…

There are sports cars and there are supercars. The Corvette ZR1 embodies both but leans heavily into the latter. This mid-engine beast comes with a twin-turbocharged flat-crank V8 engine, which produces an amazing 1064 horsepower, setting a record for an…

The Volkswagen Taos is a small SUV, a five-passenger model powered by a turbocharged engine. Introduced in 2022, the 2025 model features an updated exterior and added horsepower. Navigating the subcompact range, the Taos supplies a natural entryway to the…

Small SUVs dominate the market, offering shoppers a natural gateway to new vehicle ownership. Every manufacturer is present in the subcompact segment, where the Mazda CX-30 competes. We spent a week with this diminutive model, a crossover SUV that combines…