Lincoln is keeping the Corsair alive for the 2027 model year, but the compact luxury SUV returns with a significantly different formula and a substantially higher entry price. The refreshed Corsair receives revised exterior styling,…
10 Cars That Almost Never Need a Water Pump
A water pump is one of those parts most drivers barely think about until coolant starts leaking or the engine begins running hot. Unlike oil, filters, or spark plugs, a water pump generally is not…
The EPA Set a Detergent Floor and Automakers Went Past It
Modern gasoline is not simply gasoline. Along with hydrocarbons and other required components, U.S. gasoline must contain certified detergent additives designed to control deposits in engines and fuel systems. The federal requirement dates back to…
USPS Wrote the 1984 Spec That Created the LLV
The familiar boxy mail truck that spent decades crawling through American neighborhoods was not adapted from an ordinary delivery van. The United States Postal Service wrote a detailed specification for a purpose-built vehicle, then challenged…
Aluminum Is 10 Percent of a Car and Half Its Scrap Value
A vehicle may look like a combination of steel, plastic, glass, and rubber, but aluminum can represent a surprisingly large share of its value when it reaches the end of its life. Aluminum makes up…
A Goldman Sachs Estimate Puts the Dealer Markup Above $2,000
The traditional American car-buying system has a built-in middleman: the franchised dealership. Automakers manufacture vehicles, but in most states they cannot simply sell those vehicles directly to consumers. Instead, cars move through independently owned dealers…
Costco Fuel Is Top Tier and Sam’s Club Is Not
Fuel at warehouse clubs may appear similar from one station to another, but the gasoline can differ in its detergent requirements. This becomes important when comparing two of the largest warehouse retailers in the United…
The Old Mail Truck Returned Eight Miles Per Gallon
For decades, the unmistakable boxy mail truck was one of the most familiar vehicles on American streets. The Grumman Long Life Vehicle (LLV) was designed specifically for the U.S. Postal Service, with priorities that had…
Which Hyundai Tucson Trim Is Worth the Money
The 2026 Hyundai Tucson gives buyers plenty of choice, with six gasoline trims ranging from $29,700 for the SE to $39,675 for the Limited, before destination charges, taxes, and other fees. Between them are the…
10 Things That Can Drain a Car Battery Overnight
A dead battery in the morning can be more than an inconvenience. Sometimes the cause is obvious, such as headlights left on, but modern vehicles can also lose power because of electronic systems that continue…
8 Car Features That Can Cost You Thousands When They Break
Modern cars can feel remarkably sophisticated because manufacturers have packed them with technology that improves comfort, performance, safety, and convenience. The downside appears when one of those complicated systems fails outside warranty. A feature that…
10 US States Where a Salvage Car Cannot Be Registered
Buying a salvage car can look like a shortcut to a cheap vehicle, but the title can create a much bigger obstacle than the purchase price suggests. Across the United States, a vehicle carrying a…
8 Car Vibrations That Each Mean a Different Repair
Car vibrations are easy to dismiss, especially when they appear briefly or only at certain speeds. Yet the location, timing, and intensity of a vibration can provide useful clues about what is happening beneath the…
8 Cars With the Widest Tires Ever Fitted From the Factory
Ever stood next to a supercar and stared at its rear tires, wondering how something so wide even fits under the fender? You’re not alone. When engineers chase four-figure horsepower numbers, putting that power down…
10 Signs a Car Was Used for Rideshare
Buying a used car requires careful attention to details that may not appear in the vehicle listing. A car that served as a rideshare vehicle can have significantly more wear than its age or mileage…
8 Cars You Cannot Register in Ohio
Ohio generally allows residents to register a wide range of passenger vehicles, trucks, SUVs, and classic automobiles, but registration is not automatic for every vehicle brought into the state. Federal import rules, Ohio title requirements,…
Which Nissan Rogue Trim Is Worth the Money?
The Nissan Rogue remains a strong choice for drivers who want a practical compact SUV with comfortable seating, useful technology, good fuel economy, and a broad selection of trims. For 2026, Nissan offers several Rogue…
4 Cars Worth Buying Off Lease and 4 That Are Not
Buying a vehicle coming off a lease can be one of the smarter ways to enter the used-car market, but the opportunity is not automatically good. Lease returns can offer relatively recent model years, documented…
10 Cars That Went From Worthless to Six Figures – Ranked
Some collector cars were never truly worthless, but there was a time when enthusiasts could buy certain classics for surprisingly little money. Fuel crises, unpopular styling, expensive maintenance, changing tastes, and doubts about a car’s…
Lotus Revives the Esprit With a V6 Engine Alongside a Hybrid V8
Lotus is bringing the Esprit name back into serious consideration as it reshapes its future around high-performance combustion engines and hybrid technology. The upcoming 2028 flagship, currently known internally as Type 135, was previously confirmed…
Waymo Begins Testing Autonomous Vehicles in Munich Ahead of European Expansion
Waymo is preparing for a major expansion into Europe by bringing its autonomous-driving technology to Munich, Germany. The Alphabet-owned company will begin testing vehicles on the city’s public roads in the coming weeks, marking an…
China Launches Year-Long Auto Safety Campaign After Record Vehicle Recall
China has launched a year-long campaign aimed at strengthening vehicle quality and safety as the country’s rapidly expanding automotive industry faces increasing scrutiny over the reliability of new technologies. The initiative comes just days after…
MG Introduces a Three-Row Electric SUV With a Battery-Leasing Option
MG is taking a different approach to making electric SUVs more accessible in India with the launch of the new Hector Tomahawk EV. The three-row electric SUV combines family-friendly space, a 517-km claimed range, and…
Headlight Ratings Do Not Favor LED Over Halogen
LED headlights are widely marketed as brighter, more efficient, and more advanced than traditional halogen systems. However, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says the type of lighting technology does not determine how well a…
10 Vehicles With Software Updates That Made Them Worse
We’ve all been trained to trust the little “update available” notification, whether it’s on our phone or, increasingly, our car. A quick download, a restart, and everything should run smoother than before. But cars aren’t…
Which Subaru Outback Trim Is Worth the Money
The Subaru Outback has long been the go-to choice for buyers who want SUV capability without giving up wagon-like handling and efficiency. For 2026, Subaru redesigned the Outback into its seventh generation, and the lineup…
12 Habits That Stretch a Car Past 200,000
Ever wonder why some cars roll past 200,000 miles like it’s nothing, while others limp to the junkyard at 90,000? The secret isn’t luck or a magic engine. It’s a handful of small, consistent habits…
10 US States Where Sleeping in Your Car Is Illegal
Sleeping in a parked car is not automatically illegal across the United States. There is no federal law creating a nationwide ban, but state rules, rest-area regulations, parking laws, and local ordinances can change the…
10 Expensive Cars Still Sold With Poor Headlights
A hefty price tag should buy you peace of mind after dark, right? Not always. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety puts every headlight system through rigorous testing, checking how far the light reaches on…
8 Aftermarket Parts Illegal to Sell in America
The aftermarket can transform a car’s sound, appearance, handling, and performance, but not every modification is legal to sell for use on public roads. Federal law is especially strict when a part bypasses, disables, or…