Rain reshapes the driving experience across the United States, whether it’s a sudden Gulf Coast cloudburst, a misty Pacific Northwest morning, or long stretches of wet pavement across the Midwest. When the skies open, drivers…
Author: Elizabeth Taylor
Elizabeth Taylor covers the evolving world of cars with a focus on smart tech, luxury design, and the future of mobility. At Dax Street, she brings a fresh perspective to everything from electric vehicles to classic icons, delivering stories that blend industry insight with real-world relevance.
5 Budget Sports Cars You Can Daily Drive vs. 5 Weekend-Only Toys
When it comes to sports cars, the market often feels divided between practical machines you can drive every day and extreme performance toys best reserved for weekends. The sports car is undeniable, sharp handling, aggressive…
6 Used EVs Safe to Buy in 2025 vs. 6 to Think Twice About
Electric vehicles (EVs) have moved from niche curiosity to mainstream consideration in the United States. With increasing gas prices, federal and state incentives, and expanding charging infrastructure, more Americans are looking at EVs not just…
5 Cars Easy to Service at Home vs 5 With Hidden Fasteners
For the American DIY enthusiast, the home garage is more than just a place to store tools, it’s a sanctuary. It’s where you change your own oil, rotate your own tires, and tackle brake jobs…
6 Cars with Ventilated Seats That Actually Cool vs 6 That Barely Work
You’re on a long summer drive, the sun is beating down, and you feel that uncomfortable, sticky sensation building on your back and legs. You press the button for the ventilated seats, hear a faint…
5 Vehicles with Real 5-Star Crash Protection vs. 5 with Caveats
For American car buyers, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) 5-Star Safety Rating and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards are the gold standards. However, not all 5-star ratings…
5 Value EVs Under $35k Worth It vs. 5 Not Worth the Compromise
The electric vehicle revolution is no longer a far-off future; it’s happening right now in driveways across America. For years, the biggest barrier to entry has been cost, with premium EVs easily cresting $60,000, $80,000,…
5 SUVs That Stay Rattle-Free on Dirt Roads vs 5 That Loosen Up Fast
For many American drivers, an SUV represents more than just practicality; it’s a ticket to adventure. It’s the vehicle that can handle the weekly school run with equal aplomb to a weekend escape down a…
5 Best Sedans With Seats That Don’t Sag vs 5 That Hurt Your Back by Year Three
For American drivers, the average commute has ballooned to nearly an hour per day, translating to over 200 hours spent in the driver’s seat each year. In this context, a car seat is far more…
5 Small Cars That Feel New at 150k Miles vs 5 That Creak Like Old Houses
When shopping for a small car, many buyers focus on fuel economy, tech features, and affordability, but long-term durability is what truly separates the great from the forgettable. In the U.S. market, where many people…
5 Hybrids With Trouble-Free E-CVTs vs 5 With Costly Power-Split Issues
The popularity of hybrid vehicles has skyrocketed in the U.S. over the past decade, and with good reason. They bridge the gap between traditional combustion engines and fully electric vehicles, offering fuel efficiency and reduced…
5 Affordable EVs With Bulletproof Charging Hardware vs 5 With Finicky Ports
Electric vehicles have come a long way from the niche, experimental machines they once were. What was once a futuristic dream for early adopters is now a mainstream reality, with EVs parked in suburban driveways…
5 Best AWD Systems That Handle Snow Like Champs vs 5 That Leave You Spinning in Mud
Every winter, Americans living in the Snow Belt rediscover the same truth: not all all-wheel-drive systems are created equal. While “AWD” might look the same on paper, in practice, the performance can vary dramatically depending…
Stellantis Reveal $13 Billion Investment to Revive U.S. Manufacturing and Reopen Illinois Plant
Stellantis revealed a massive investment plan on Tuesday, detailing its intent to boost production facilities across four Midwest states, including the previously shuttered Belvidere plant in Illinois, as part of a broader effort to increase…
2025 IIHS Top Safety Picks: Safest Cars, SUVs, and Trucks You Can Buy Right Now
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has released its updated list of the safest cars currently available, featuring a wide range of popular sedans, SUVs, hatchbacks, and electric vehicles. This year’s testing criteria have…
California Becomes First State to Enforce EV Charger Reliability and Data-Sharing Standards
California has taken a groundbreaking step in advancing electric vehicle infrastructure by becoming the first state in the U.S. to regulate the reliability of EV chargers. On Wednesday, the California Energy Commission (CEC) approved the…
Nine New Models Earn 2025 IIHS Safety Awards, Including Audi A5, BMW X3, and Ford Explorer
Nine new models from the 2025 and 2026 lineups have earned safety awards in the latest round of vehicle evaluations conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The newest Top Safety Pick+ recipients…
NYC Opens Bronx Fast-Charging Station to Expand EV Access and Sustainability
New York City has revealed a new electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging station in the Bronx, improving access to clean transportation in one of the city’s historically underserved neighborhoods. The New York City Department of Transportation…
2026 Toyota bZ Set To Adopt Tesla Supercharger Access, Plug & Charge Tech
Even Toyota understands there’s nothing wrong with borrowing a brilliant idea, especially when it’s Tesla’s. When the 2026 bZ arrives at dealerships later this month, it will allow drivers to tap into Tesla’s Supercharger network,…
10 Cars That Rarely Need Engine Overhauls
For many Americans, reliability is just as important as performance or style when choosing a car. Few things can ruin the ownership experience like an engine overhaul, a costly, time-consuming repair that often signals the…
10 Engines That Keep Smooth Power Delivery
For many drivers, horsepower and torque numbers dominate the conversation when shopping for a vehicle. But seasoned enthusiasts know that sheer output doesn’t always define a great engine. Instead, the way power is delivered often…
10 Cars That Owners Keep for Decades Without Issue
Most cars today are built with planned obsolescence in mind, but a handful manage to defy the odds. These are the vehicles that quietly build cult followings among owners because they just keep running with…
10 Cars From the ’90s Still Daily Driven in 2025
The 1990s were a golden age for cars in the United States. It was a decade that balanced old-school durability with the rise of modern technology, giving us vehicles that were both simple enough to…
10 Engines That Survive Abuse Like Nothing Else
When car buyers in the United States think about reliability, they often picture models that start every morning and last well beyond 200,000 miles. But the conversation gets even more interesting when we look at…
12 Affordable SUVs That Remain Comfortable After 15 Years
For many American families, SUVs strike the perfect balance between space, versatility, and everyday comfort. But one of the biggest challenges with buying an SUV, new or used, is whether it will still feel pleasant…