Luxury cars are usually associated with expensive servicing, costly replacement parts, and higher repair bills. Yet RepairPal’s annual repair-cost estimates reveal that this assumption does not apply to every vehicle. Certain luxury models have lower…
Author: Mark Jacob
Mark Jacob covers the business, strategy, and innovation driving the auto industry forward. At Dax Street, he dives into market trends, brand moves, and the future of mobility with a sharp analytical edge. From EV rollouts to legacy automaker pivots, Mark breaks down complex shifts in a way that’s accessible and insightful.
How to Tell Whether a Car Dealer’s Advertised Price Is the Price You Can Actually Pay
A car advertised for $29,995 may look like a bargain until the dealership presents a purchase agreement with extra fees, mandatory accessories, or discounts that you do not qualify for. For American car buyers, the…
UAW Re-Election Raises Stakes for 2028 Talks With Ford GM and Stellantis
Shawn Fain’s re-election as president of the United Auto Workers (UAW) puts the union’s current leadership in place for the next major contract negotiations with General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis in 2028. Official election results…
5 Brands With Roadside Beyond the Warranty and 5 That End It Together
Buying a new car involves more than comparing prices, fuel economy, and repair costs. Roadside assistance can become equally important when a vehicle develops a flat tire, suffers a dead battery, or breaks down far…
7 Cars Consumer Reports Stopped Recommending This Year
Consumer Reports removed its recommendation from 18 vehicles for the 2026 model year after its latest owner survey identified below-average predicted reliability. The findings, published on December 4, 2025, were based on responses covering more…
7 Car Recalls Where NHTSA Told Owners Not to Drive at All
A vehicle recall usually means owners should arrange a repair as soon as possible, but some safety defects demand a much more urgent response. In the United States, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)…
7 Cars From the 1990s That Got Better MPG Than Their Modern Versions
The 1990s produced several cars that delivered surprisingly impressive fuel economy without hybrid batteries, sophisticated driver assistance systems, or today’s complex powertrains. Some compact sedans and lightweight hatchbacks could travel considerable distances on a gallon…
5 Cars Where a Headlight Bulb Change Takes Ten Minutes and 5 That Need Bumper Removal
Headlight bulb replacement can be either a simple under-hood maintenance job or a surprisingly involved repair. On some older vehicles, the bulb sits directly behind the headlamp and can be removed with little more than…
10 Ways a Car Fails a Pre-Purchase Inspection
Buying a used car can feel like finding a bargain until a mechanic uncovers problems hidden beneath its polished exterior. A vehicle may start easily, drive smoothly, and look immaculate while concealing structural damage, worn…
6 Cars Most Expensive to Repair After a Crash
A minor collision can produce a surprisingly large repair bill when a vehicle uses expensive body structures, specialized replacement parts, and sophisticated electronics. In the United States, CCC reported that the average total repair cost…
6 Classics That Dropped in Value And 6 Rising In Value
Classic-car prices can change as collector tastes, auction results, restoration expenses, and economic conditions shift. A model once considered a safe collectible can lose value when demand weakens, while an overlooked sports car or performance…
U.S. Dealership Buyers Face New Valuation Challenges From Facility Compliance
Dealership acquisitions in the United States increasingly require buyers and sellers to look beyond revenue, profitability, and franchise value. The condition of a dealership’s property, its compliance with automaker branding standards, and the cost of…
5 Brands With Rust Warranties Over Seven Years and 5 With Three
Rust protection is one of the less visible parts of a new vehicle warranty, yet it can become important years after the original purchase. Manufacturers do not all define corrosion coverage in the same way.…
7 Ways the Average New Car Has Changed Since 1975
A new car in 1975 belonged to a very different automotive world. Drivers had fewer electronic aids, basic instrument panels, limited emissions controls, and far fewer choices beyond gasoline engines. Today’s vehicles can combine computer-managed…
10 Vehicles That Lost the Most Value This Year
Used-car values can change sharply in just 12 months, even for vehicles with strong reputations, premium badges, or popular body styles. In its June 2026 study, iSeeCars compared average listing prices for one-to-five-year-old used vehicles…
10 Affordable Cars With the Worst Collision Losses, By Loss Index
A car’s purchase price does not tell the whole story about the cost of owning it. Insurance losses can reveal how frequently vehicles are involved in collision claims and how expensive those claims become. The…
U.S. EV Charging Network Expands Despite Falling Electric-Car Sales
America’s public electric-vehicle charging network is continuing to grow even as demand for new electric cars weakens. Charging companies are installing thousands of additional plugs, expanding high-speed charging capacity and improving station locations to make…
10 Parts That Fail From Repeated Deep Snow Driving
Deep snow puts a vehicle through a combination of stresses that ordinary winter commuting may never produce. Packed snow can obstruct cooling airflow, road salt accelerates corrosion, freezing temperatures challenge batteries, and repeated impacts with…
10 Car Parts That Fail First at High Altitude
Driving in the American mountains places different demands on a vehicle than traveling across flat terrain. Thin air reduces engine power in naturally aspirated vehicles, steep grades increase cooling demands, and long descents put extra…
5 Cars With a Physical Key Backup and 5 That Are Fob-Only
Modern vehicles have steadily moved away from traditional metal keys, but the transition has not happened in the same way across the industry. Some vehicles still hide a conventional mechanical key inside the electronic fob,…
12 Cars Ranked by Battery Replacement Risk
A car’s battery can become one of its most expensive components to replace, but the risk varies considerably between models. An aging electric vehicle may face a costly high-voltage battery repair, while a hybrid can…
5 Brands With Fully Transferable Warranties and 5 That Shorten on Resale
Buying a new vehicle is not only about what the warranty promises on the day of delivery. The more important question for many owners is what happens to that protection when the vehicle changes hands.…
Honda Targets 2027 for Wireless EV Charging Tests as It Explores New Technology
Honda is preparing to test a wireless charging system that could transfer electricity to electric vehicles while they are moving, potentially reducing the need for frequent stops at charging stations. The Japanese automaker, working with…
EU and China Reach New Understanding to Address Chinese Hybrid Car Imports
The European Union and China have reached a preliminary understanding aimed at reducing the rapid growth of Chinese hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicle exports to Europe, marking a new step in efforts to ease automotive…
5 Car Features That Never Break and 5 That Always Do
Modern cars are becoming more technologically advanced every year, yet more technology does not automatically mean fewer problems. The 2026 J.D. Power U.S. Tech Experience Index shows a striking difference between features that quietly perform…
The Cheapest Car to Maintain Is a Tesla Model 3 at $3,587 Over 10 Years
Buying a car is only the beginning of its expenses. Over the following decade, owners must budget for maintenance, repairs, tires, and other costs that can significantly increase the price of keeping a vehicle on…
What a Totaled Car Actually Pays You, Explained
A totaled car does not automatically mean an insurance company will pay enough to buy the same vehicle again. In the United States, the payout usually depends on what the car was worth immediately before…
6 Sports Cars That Excelled in Crash Tests and 6 That Fell Short
Sports cars are usually designed around performance, handling, and driver engagement, but those priorities do not automatically tell us how well a vehicle protects its occupants in a crash. Modern crash testing can reveal major…
Stellantis Partners With Wayve to Accelerate AI Driving Technology Across Its Brands
Stellantis is turning to artificial intelligence to accelerate the development of advanced driver-assistance systems, partnering with British autonomous-driving startup Wayve to reduce engineering costs and shorten the time needed to bring new driving features to…
Gabriel India and Forvia Join Forces to Develop Advanced Automotive Seating Systems
Gabriel India has joined forces with French automotive technology supplier Forvia to develop and manufacture advanced seating systems for the Indian automotive market, marking a strategic expansion beyond Gabriel’s traditional suspension and ride-control business. The…