We’ve all heard about how new cars lose a ton of their value as soon as you drive them off the dealer’s lot. Buying used is supposed to help buyers guard against such a dramatic decline in their investment, but…
Ford Motor Co. has been on a roll in the past few years, reviving its Bronco and Ranger nameplates, introducing an electric Mustang SUV, and producing the first of its hotly anticipated electric F-150 Lightning pickups — which was named MotorTrend’s…
When it comes to buying a vehicle, there is a lengthy list of things to keep in mind. Should you buy new or used? How do financing and insurance payments fit into your budget? Is a sedan, pickup truck, or…
Once a must-have for motoring purists, vehicles with manual transmissions are now an endangered class, even among many high-performance models — we’re looking at you, Chevy Corvette. Nowadays, people are happy to let their car do the shifting. Data from…
Just a few years ago, buying a car — new or used — was a big deal, and usually meant multiple trips to dealerships followed by lengthy conversations to ensure you were getting the best deal. Today, you can buy…
Compact cars have been increasingly squeezed out of the market in favor of larger vehicles such as SUVs and trucks — yet the unpopular compact-car segment offers some of the most reliable vehicles you can buy. In addition to being…
It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the abundance of car-related goods and services, from pricey detailing to costly maintenance and premium fluids. Car owners on a budget must decide when…
Remember the Volkswagen Beetle? Sure, everyone does, because it was produced for more years than all but a handful of other popular vehicles. But what about the Mazda2 — recall…
Most drivers have heard they can get a little more mileage out of their gas tank by accelerating more slowly or laying off the air conditioning, which are especially smart…
It’s rare to find a car that’s fast, affordable, and well-reviewed, but we’ve compiled a list of rare machines that tick all three boxes. Whether you want a sleek example…
You can rent apartments, houses, tiny homes, tipis, and all sorts of amazing vacation dwellings. But for our money, there’s nothing cooler than renting an Airstream trailer. There are dozens…
Mini is famous for its manual transmissions, but after supply-chain issues surfaced in 2019, the compact car company had to suspend production of them. For the 2023 model year, however, Mini is…
Once upon a time, we got a lot of goods and services for no charge at all. But now we’re nickeled and dimed from the local gas station to the…
Electric vehicle sales are expected to hit an all-time high this year, and manufacturers are spinning up new facilities to build even more. Now Volkswagen has plans to bring back…
Jeep has a rich history rooted in military involvement with its inception emerging during World War II. Since then, the automaker has evolved to offer everything from off-road vehicles to…
Although gas prices have dropped since their peak in June, some consumers are still feeling sticker shock at the pump. That’s especially true in California, where regular-grade gas prices average…
We realize it’s early, but if you’re anything like us, you’re already dreaming about where you’ll point your RV to when the weather starts to improve. And if you want…
Cars have long been symbols of freedom and status. Buying a first car is one of the milestones of becoming an adult, and for many, driving is a part of…