A damaged body panel can look like a relatively minor problem until the repair estimate arrives. Since 2024, U.S. collision repair costs have continued to move higher, with parts becoming an important contributor to the…
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.
10 Things to Check Before Buying a Connected Used Car
Buying a connected used car requires more than checking the engine, tires, and accident history. Modern vehicles can retain smartphone profiles, manufacturer accounts, location information, subscription details, and remote-access permissions long after the previous owner…
10 Signs a Used Car Still Has a Lender Device Fitted
Buying a used car usually means checking the title, accident history, service records, tires, and mechanical condition. But some vehicles can carry another piece of history that is much harder to see: a lender-installed GPS…
Toyota Beat Rivian by 42 Points on Reliability
In Fresno, the Toyota Camry is the single most popular used vehicle on the road. In Detroit, no Toyota takes the top spot at all. Los Angeles belongs to a Honda. Houston belongs to a…
10 Ways a Dealer Makes Money After You Drive Away
Buying a vehicle is often seen as the finish line of the dealership experience, but for many dealers, it is only the beginning of a long-term revenue relationship. The profit earned on the vehicle itself…
Used-Car Loan Rates Hit 11.43%, Nearly Double New Vehicle APRs, Experian Finds
Buying a used vehicle has long been viewed as the financially smarter alternative to purchasing a new one. Used cars typically cost thousands of dollars less, depreciate more slowly, and often deliver similar functionality for…
Ford Climbs to 11th in Consumer Reports Reliability Rankings, Its Best Finish in 15 Years
For much of the last decade, Ford found itself battling an issue that had little to do with horsepower, towing capacity, or sales figures. Despite producing some of America’s best-selling vehicles, including the F-Series pickup…
8 Cars in Continuous Production for More Than 40 Years
For most vehicles, production lasts a decade or two before changing market trends or stricter regulations bring an end to the nameplate. A select group of automobiles has done something far more impressive by staying…
What Happens If You Never Rotate Your Tires
For many vehicle owners, tire rotation is one of the easiest maintenance items to ignore. Unlike an oil change, there is no warning light reminding you to rotate your tires. The engine runs normally, the…
Borrowers Made Up 15.31% of Vehicle Financing, the Largest Q4 Share Since 2021
For much of the past four years, rising interest rates, elevated vehicle prices, and tighter lending standards pushed many consumers with weaker credit scores to the sidelines of the automotive market. Lenders became increasingly selective,…
10 Longest Cars Ever Sold in America
During the 1960s and 1970s, bigger often meant better in the American automotive industry. Luxury brands competed to build the longest, most spacious cars on the road, giving buyers limousine-like comfort without hiring a chauffeur.…
10 Brands With the Most Expensive Out-of-Warranty Repairs
A vehicle’s purchase price is only part of the ownership equation. Once the factory warranty expires, repair costs become the owner’s responsibility, and the difference between brands can be substantial. According to RepairPal’s annual reliability…
10 Slowest SUVs Sold in America Today
Performance has become a major selling point for modern SUVs, with many family crossovers now reaching 60 mph in less than six seconds. Yet not every utility vehicle is built for speed. Some prioritize affordability,…
Continental Introduces New AI-Based Driver Monitoring System for Future Vehicles
Continental has revealed a new artificial intelligence-powered driver monitoring system designed to detect distraction, fatigue, and reduced driver attention with greater accuracy, marking another significant step in the evolution of advanced vehicle safety technology. The…
5 Cars With Cheap Window Regulators and 5 Over $600
A power window regulator is one of those components most drivers never think about until the window refuses to move. When it fails, the repair cost can range from surprisingly affordable to unexpectedly expensive depending…
Chevrolet Put the Engine Behind the Rear Axle in 1960
When Chevrolet introduced the Corvair for the 1960 model year, it broke nearly every rule that defined American car design. At a time when Detroit’s compact cars typically featured front-mounted engines, water-cooled inline engines, and…
Ford Swept Le Mans in 1966 After Ferrari Walked Away
Few moments in motorsport history have reshaped the automotive world quite like the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans. What unfolded on the Circuit de la Sarthe was far more than a race. It was…
Chevrolet Built an Aluminum Engine That Ate Itself
In the early 1970s, General Motors wanted to prove that American automakers could embrace advanced engineering without sacrificing affordability. The result was the Chevrolet Vega, a compact car designed to compete with growing imports from…
Hyundai Palisade Trim Guide for Buyers Under $50,000
Shopping for a three-row SUV under $50,000 is easier than ever, but deciding which trim level offers the best value can still be difficult. The redesigned 2026 Hyundai Palisade arrives with updated styling, a more…
Every Truck and SUV Leaving the U.S. Market for 2027
The American automotive market changes every year, but the 2027 model year will mark the departure of several familiar trucks and SUVs. Some are being replaced by new generations, while others are disappearing because of…
8 Lease Return Charges Dealers Add at Turn In
Returning a leased vehicle should be straightforward, but many drivers are surprised when the final bill includes charges they never expected. While monthly payments receive most of the attention during the lease term, the vehicle’s…
8 Safety Features Standard in Europe but Rare in the U.S.
Vehicle safety regulations have evolved rapidly over the past decade, but the United States and Europe have often taken different paths. While both regions prioritize protecting drivers and passengers, the European Union has introduced several…
8 States Where a Failed Inspection Can Eventually Lead to Vehicle Impoundment
A failed vehicle inspection is often viewed as a minor inconvenience, but in some states, ignoring that failure can lead to much more serious consequences. While a failed inspection alone does not automatically result in…
8 Engines That Could Never Be Used in a New U.S. Vehicle Today
Automotive legends never truly disappear, but emissions regulations can eventually bring their production to an end. Many of the greatest American V8 engines earned their reputation during an era when horsepower mattered far more than…
10 Vehicles You Cannot Register for Road Use in New York
Buying a vehicle does not automatically mean you can legally drive it on public roads. In New York, registration rules are governed by state law and federal vehicle safety standards, meaning certain vehicles cannot receive…
10 Vehicles You Still Cannot Legally Own in America
The United States has one of the strictest vehicle import systems in the world. Under federal law, most foreign-market vehicles that were never certified to meet U.S. safety and emissions standards cannot be permanently imported…
8 Cars That Can No Longer Pass a Smog Check
Passing a smog inspection has become increasingly difficult for many older vehicles in the United States. Federal emissions standards have tightened over the years, while states such as California, New York, Illinois, Nevada, Arizona, and…
8 Vehicles You Should Not Drive Until Their Recall Is Repaired
Vehicle recalls range from minor software updates to defects that can dramatically increase the risk of a crash, fire, or loss of vehicle control. While many recalls simply require scheduling a dealer appointment, some carry…
8 Vehicles You Cannot Register for Road Use in Texas
Texas has one of the largest vehicle populations in the United States, but not every vehicle can legally receive a title and registration for public roads. State and federal laws require vehicles to meet specific…
10 Cars Dealers Can No Longer Sell as Certified
A Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle offers buyers added confidence because it has passed a manufacturer inspection and qualifies for an extended factory-backed warranty. However, not every used car can earn that certification. Every automaker sets…