Author: Mark Jacob

Younger American drivers are reshaping the car market, but the picture is more complicated than simply saying that every person under 30 wants a cheap compact car. Recent YouGov research found that 18- to 29-year-olds…

Diesel trucks are supposed to be about towing, hauling, and getting serious work done, not embarrassing performance cars at a stoplight. Yet modern diesel powertrains have become so potent that some enormous pickups can accelerate…

The three-row SUV market has become one of the most competitive parts of the automotive industry. Buyers want the space of a large SUV without the size, fuel consumption, and driving compromises that often come…

For decades, the station wagon was associated with school runs, grocery trips, family vacations, and an almost complete absence of excitement. Then a handful of manufacturers decided that a long roof did not have to…

Modern performance cars have made it increasingly difficult to judge an engine by displacement alone. A four-cylinder that once seemed modest can now produce numbers that would have belonged to a much larger engine not…

Buying a car for less does not necessarily mean spending less. Kelley Blue Book’s 5-Year Cost to Own calculation considers the expenses that continue long after the purchase, including fuel, insurance, financing, maintenance, repairs, state…

When a used truck sells in less than 30 days, it sends buyers a clear signal. Demand is strong enough that clean, desirable examples are unlikely to remain on the market for long. iSeeCars uses…

Some engines become legendary for their impressive power, while others build their reputations through sheer dependability. They start reliably, handle demanding work, and continue running long after the odometer reaches mileage that would make many…

A cracked radiator can turn an ordinary drive into an expensive roadside stop. Unlike brake pads or tires, a radiator does not have a fixed replacement interval, so an early failure can be especially frustrating.…

Washington is preparing for a significant change in the way electric vehicles are sold. Beginning January 1, 2027, Rivian and Lucid are expected to join Tesla in being able to sell new vehicles directly to…

Suspension components spend thousands of miles absorbing bumps, controlling wheel movement, and keeping the tires connected to the road. Although many parts can last well beyond 60,000 miles, some experience enough stress that noticeable wear…

Texas has a distinctive vehicle theft trend compared with many other states. Full-size pickup trucks consistently rank among the vehicles most frequently targeted by thieves. Monthly data from the Texas Department of Public Safety helps…

Buying a vehicle for New York roads can become complicated when the vehicle’s title, construction, origin, or ownership history does not satisfy state requirements. A car that can be legally registered in another state may…

Minnesota winters can turn a routine morning commute into a test of a vehicle’s weakest components. Temperatures regularly fall below freezing, while prolonged exposure to extreme cold places extra demands on batteries, engine oil, fuel…

Some cars reach a strange point in their lives where their identity as vehicles matters less than the materials and parts inside them. A running example may struggle to attract buyers, while the same neglected…