Buying a new car is one of the few major retail transactions where two people can purchase nearly identical vehicles and leave the dealership having paid different prices. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price may be…
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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.
The Real Story Behind the Check Engine Light
Few dashboard warnings create anxiety as quickly as the check engine light. It can appear while a car seems to run perfectly, remain illuminated without an obvious symptom, or suddenly flash as the engine shakes…
8 Engines Known for Burning Oil and What the Fix Costs
Excessive oil consumption can turn an otherwise dependable vehicle into an expensive ownership problem. Every internal-combustion engine uses some oil, but there is a major difference between normal consumption and an engine that repeatedly needs…
8 Minivans Ranked by Five-Year Value Retention
Minivans are purchased for space and family practicality, but depreciation can quietly become one of the highest costs of ownership. A van that loses half its original value in five years creates a very different…
9 Affordable Cars That Made Luxury Features Mainstream
Luxury-car technology rarely stays exclusive forever. Features that first appeared in expensive flagship sedans eventually move into family cars, compact sedans, and even entry-level models. The important part of that transition is not simply offering…
8 Motorcycles Known to Pass 100,000 Miles
Reaching 100,000 miles is a serious achievement for any motorcycle. Unlike cars, bikes often use high-revving engines, carry relatively small oil capacities, and expose major components to heat, weather, and vibration. Yet certain motorcycles have…
8 Trucks With the Most NHTSA Complaints in 2026
Pickup trucks are some of the hardest-working vehicles in the United States, but owner complaints can reveal safety concerns that sales figures and advertising rarely show. For this ranking, the focus is on complaints received…
4 Best and Worst Years for the Chrysler Pacifica
The Chrysler Pacifica has become one of the most recognizable family minivans in the United States, combining three-row seating, flexible cargo space, and features designed around everyday family use. The modern Pacifica arrived for the…
10 Things to Check During a Used Car Test Drive
A used car can look spotless in a dealership photo and still reveal expensive problems within the first few miles of driving. A test drive is therefore more than a chance to decide whether the…
Tesla Puts Six-Seat Model Y L Launch Series on Sale in the U.S. as It Pushes for a Sales Comeback
Tesla is expanding its most important vehicle family in the United States with the six-seat Model Y L, a longer three-row version of its best-selling electric crossover. The new variant arrives at a crucial moment…
Average Age of Cars on US Roads Hit an All-Time High
America’s vehicle fleet is older than at any previous point on record. The average age of cars and light trucks on U.S. roads reached 12.8 years in 2025, according to S&P Global Mobility. The figure…
Muscle Cars Now Rank Among the Deadliest on the Road
American muscle cars have spent decades selling an image built around horsepower, acceleration, and unmistakable road presence. Yet real-world fatality data show that some versions of the Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Ford…
Large SUVs Have the Lowest Death Rate of Any Vehicle Type
Vehicle size can make a major difference in a severe crash, and one of the clearest examples comes from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. In its study of driver death rates for 2017 and…
The Average EV Keeps 97% of Its Range After Three Years
Battery degradation has been one of the most persistent concerns surrounding electric vehicles. Potential buyers often worry that an EV capable of traveling 300 miles when new could lose a substantial portion of its range…
8 Pickup Trucks Ranked by IIHS Crash-Test Performance
Pickup trucks are expected to tow, haul, and handle difficult terrain, but crash protection has become an equally important measure of engineering quality. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety evaluates vehicles through small-overlap front, moderate-overlap…
5 Best Toyota RAV4 Years vs 5 to Skip
The Toyota RAV4 has become one of the defining vehicles of the compact SUV segment. What started as a relatively small and unconventional crossover has developed into a mainstream family vehicle that consistently attracts American…
10 Mercedes Cars Ranked by Total Sales Volume in the Last 5 Years
Mercedes-Benz’s U.S. sales numbers from 2020 through 2024 show how dramatically luxury-car buying habits have shifted toward SUVs. The German brand still sells some of America’s best-known luxury sedans, but the largest five-year totals belong…
10 BMW Cars Ranked by Total Sales Volume in the Last 5 Years
BMW’s U.S. sales performance has changed considerably during the past five complete calendar years. Traditional sport sedans remain important, but sports activity vehicles now generate an enormous volume for the German luxury brand. BMW of…
8 Everyday Cars With Luxurious Interiors
Luxury is no longer restricted to cars carrying six-figure price tags or prestigious European badges. Many everyday vehicles sold in the United States now offer cabins with leather upholstery, large digital displays, premium audio systems,…
10 Car Brands Most Likely to Cross 250,000 Miles
A vehicle reaching 250,000 miles is no longer an extraordinary event, but some automakers make it far more likely than others. Longevity depends on engineering quality, powertrain durability, maintenance requirements, and how well a manufacturer…
The 10 Cars Owners Hold For 15 Years or More Are All Japanese
Buying a vehicle is a major financial decision, but keeping it for 15 years or longer says even more about its quality. When owners choose to drive the same vehicle for well over a decade…
8 Cars With The Best Features For Parking In Tough Spots
Parking has become one of the biggest daily challenges for American drivers. Crowded downtown garages, narrow suburban parking lots, compact apartment complexes, and busy shopping centers often leave very little room to maneuver. While vehicle…
10 Most Popular Car Brands That Are Owned By A Single Company
The modern automotive industry is far more interconnected than many drivers realize. While dozens of familiar car brands compete in dealerships across the United States, many of those names are controlled by the same parent…
10 States With Highest Discount on EVs – Ranked
Electric vehicles have become more affordable in the United States thanks to state-level incentive programs that reduce the purchase price through rebates, tax credits, sales tax exemptions, or income-based grants. Since the federal clean vehicle…
Is It Worth Warming Up Your Car Before Driving in Winter? Explained
For decades, drivers have followed the same winter ritual. Start the engine, let it idle for several minutes, scrape the ice from the windshield, and only then begin the journey. Many people believe this routine…
What It Costs Dealers to Prep a New Car Before Delivery
Buying a brand-new vehicle is often accompanied by the expectation that it will arrive in flawless condition, ready to drive off the lot without a second thought. What many buyers don’t realize is that every…
The Nissan Rogue Has the Shortest Ownership of Any SUV
The compact SUV segment has become the heart of the American automotive market, offering buyers a balance of practicality, fuel efficiency, technology, and affordability. Among the most popular models in the segment is the Nissan…
The Toyota Prius Can Clear a Quarter-Million Miles
For years, hybrid vehicles faced skepticism from consumers who questioned whether their batteries and complex powertrains could withstand the test of time. Early concerns centered on expensive battery replacements, long-term maintenance costs, and whether hybrid…
Hybrid Owners Drive 10% More Miles Than Gas-Car Owners and Still Go the Distance
Hybrid vehicles have moved far beyond their original role as niche fuel-saving alternatives. Once seen primarily as cars for environmentally conscious commuters, today’s hybrids have become mainstream choices for families, rideshare drivers, business travelers, and…
The Toyota Sequoia Is Now America’s Longest-Lasting Vehicle
In an automotive market increasingly focused on electrification, software, and advanced driver assistance systems, one traditional body-on-frame SUV has quietly earned a title that matters just as much to many buyers: longevity. The Toyota Sequoia…