Some cars can become financially impractical to repair after a serious crash, even when the vehicle still looks repairable. High parts prices, expensive sensors, complex body structures, labor rates, and hidden damage can push a…
10 Vehicles With the Highest Injury Claim Rates
Insurance claim data can reveal patterns that crash tests alone cannot show. HLDI injury loss records provide useful evidence about how frequently drivers and passengers are involved in injury-related insurance claims. Small cars frequently appear…
10 Transmissions With the Most Reported Failures
Transmission failures can turn an affordable used car into an expensive repair project, especially when problems appear before 100,000 miles. CarComplaints records provide useful insight because owners can report symptoms, repairs, mileage, and costs across…
10 Biggest Factory Wheels Ever Fitted to a Production Car
Factory wheels have grown dramatically as modern cars have become larger, heavier, and more performance-focused. For decades, 15- and 16-inch wheels were common, while 18- and 19-inch designs eventually became familiar on premium vehicles. Today,…
5 Cars That Are Rodent Proof & 5 That Are Not
Rodents can cause serious damage to parked cars by chewing wiring, nesting inside engine compartments, and damaging insulation. Some vehicles offer fewer opportunities for mice and rats to enter or settle, while others have designs…
What It Costs to Store a Car for a Year, Explained
Storing a car for a full year can cost far more than simply paying for a parking space. The final price depends on where the vehicle is kept, the level of protection it needs, insurance,…
What $30,000 Bought in Cars in 2016 vs Today
Thirty thousand dollars used to be real money in the car world. In 2016, it could land you a loaded midsize sedan, a well-equipped SUV, or even a genuine sports coupe. Today, that same $30,000…
10 Most Stolen Vehicles Under Five Years Old
Vehicle theft remains a serious concern for owners of newer cars, trucks, and SUVs across the United States. Many drivers assume a newer vehicle is automatically safer from theft because it has modern locks, alarms,…
10 Luxury Cars That Are Smart Buys and Costly Mistakes
Luxury cars can make a used-car shopper feel like they have found a bargain. A vehicle that originally cost $60,000 or $80,000 can sometimes be purchased years later for a fraction of its original price.…
8 Ways Dealers Profit From a Recall Repair
A safety recall is supposed to be one of the easiest dealership visits for a vehicle owner because the manufacturer is responsible for providing the remedy without charge. NHTSA states that recall repairs are free…
10 Cars That Sell Your Trip History by Default
Modern connected cars can collect far more information than many drivers realize. Location, trip routes, speed, hard braking, acceleration, and other driving events can be captured through built-in telematics systems and connected apps. However, the…
Can Advanced Motor Oil Really Protect an Aging, High-Mileage Engine?
A high-mileage engine does not automatically need a different type of oil just because its odometer has crossed 75,000 or 100,000 miles. What matters more is the engine’s condition, maintenance history, manufacturer specifications, and the…
Should You Change Oil by Miles or by Months?
For decades, drivers were told to change their engine oil every 3,000 miles, making the odometer the obvious guide for routine maintenance. Modern engines, however, have made that rule increasingly outdated. Better lubricants, tighter engine…
The True Manufacturing Cost of a Family SUV
A family SUV may carry a $35,000, $45,000, or even $60,000 sticker price, but that number does not represent what an automaker spends to build the vehicle. The economics behind a new SUV are far…
10 Trucks That Rust Out Before 120,000 Miles
A truck can have a dependable engine and transmission yet still become unusable because the structure underneath it has deteriorated. Frame corrosion is particularly serious because the frame carries the cab, bed, suspension, and major…
10 Things a Dealer Charges You For That Cost Them Nothing
A car’s advertised price is rarely the final number on the paperwork. After negotiating the vehicle itself, buyers can encounter documentation charges, electronic filing fees, dealer-installed products, financing markups, and other items that can add…
12 Hidden Features on the BMW R 1300 GS
Most riders know the R 1300 GS for its new boxer engine. They know it makes 145 horsepower and weighs 26 pounds less than before. But underneath that headline story sits a layer of quieter…
10 Cars With Open Do Not Drive Orders
A “Do Not Drive” order is the most serious warning a car company can give. It means the vehicle should not be started or driven at all. Unlike normal recalls, these warnings involve a real…
10 Legal Modifications in One State That Are Illegal in the Next
Car enthusiasts often assume that a modification that passes inspection at home will remain legal everywhere. That assumption can create expensive problems when a vehicle crosses a state line. Window tint, exhaust systems, suspension lifts,…
Honda Opened an Ohio Plant in 1982 to Sidestep Tariffs
Imagine a small Ohio town in 1982 as Honda began producing its first car in the United States. That decision, made in Marysville, marked a major moment for the American auto industry. Honda wanted more…
10 Vehicles Most Insurance Companies Will Reject
The title needs one important qualification: there are very few vehicles that are literally impossible to insure in every U.S. state and with every insurer. The real problem is that certain vehicles can be refused…
8 States With Some of America’s Strictest Window Tint Laws
Are you thinking about darkening your windows before a road trip? You might want to check your state’s rulebook first. Window tint laws vary widely across the country, and a handful of states take this…
10 Service Records That Matter More Than Mileage
Mileage is one of the first numbers used-car shoppers notice, but it rarely tells the whole story. A 70,000-mile vehicle that spent years running overdue oil, ignored warning lights, and skipped major maintenance may be…
11 Signs a Used Car Sat Unsold for Months
A used car that has been sitting on a dealer’s lot for months can create one of the best negotiating opportunities in the market. Dealers have money tied up in inventory, and every additional week…
A Duesenberg Cost More Than 10 New Fords in 1930
In 1930, America’s automobile market stretched from inexpensive transportation for ordinary families to machines built almost without regard for price. Few comparisons illustrate that divide better than Ford’s Model A and the Duesenberg Model J.…
10 SUVs Least Likely to Reach 150,000 Miles
Reaching 150,000 miles is a major milestone for any SUV, but not every model has the same track record of getting there. To identify the weakest performers, this list uses iSeeCars data on the share…
What It Costs to Paint a Car Properly, Explained
A professional car repaint can cost far more than the price of a few cans of paint. A proper automotive paint job involves preparation, bodywork, primer, color application, clear coat, sanding, curing, and extensive labor.…
10 Trucks Banned From Weight-Restricted Roads
A truck does not have to be overloaded to be prohibited from a road. Across the United States, bridges, parkways, local streets, and other restricted routes can impose lower weight limits than the federal Interstate…
5 Cars That Handle a Gravel Road and 5 That Do Not
Gravel roads can expose weaknesses that remain hidden during normal city driving. Loose stones, uneven surfaces, washboard sections, potholes, dust, and sudden changes in traction demand more from a vehicle’s suspension, tires, steering, and ground…
Top 10 Most Sold Cars In Washington – Ranked
Washington’s new-car market tells a distinct story this August. Unlike much of the country, the state leans heavily on trucks, all-wheel-drive crossovers, and Subaru loyalty. This ranking is based on dealer inventory and sales records…