Oil consumption is expected from an aging engine, but regularly adding oil to a relatively young car is a different matter. Consumer Reports has repeatedly examined owner survey data and found certain modern engines with…
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8 EVs With Range Held Back by Software
Electric vehicles promise a straightforward relationship between battery size and driving range. In practice, that relationship has become murkier than most buyers realize. Automakers increasingly use software, not hardware, to define how far a car…
8 EVs That Report Battery Health to a Dealer
Battery health is becoming one of the most important factors in the used-EV market. A conventional gasoline vehicle can often be evaluated through mileage, service history, oil condition, engine performance, and transmission behavior. With an…
10 Vehicles With the Highest Five-Year Cost of Ownership
The sticker price is only the beginning of what a new vehicle can cost. Depreciation, financing, insurance, fuel or electricity, maintenance, repairs, taxes, and registration can transform an already expensive luxury or performance vehicle into…
8 Cars That Cost More in Fuel Than in Payments Over Five Years
A cheap monthly payment does not necessarily mean a vehicle is inexpensive to own. Some heavily depreciated luxury and performance cars have fallen so dramatically in value that the amount required to finance them can…
11 Cars With Ultra Wideband Keys That Refuse a Relay
Car theft has evolved into a wireless arms race. Thieves no longer need to break a window or hot-wire an ignition. Instead, they use cheap relay devices to trick a key fob into thinking it’s…
10 Vehicles Owners Dump Before 60,000 Miles
Many buyers expect to keep a new vehicle for years, but ownership data shows that some models leave driveways much sooner than others. Studies from iSeeCars examining millions of used vehicle transactions have found that…
Every SUV Losing Its Third Row for 2027
Three-row seating has long been a key selling point for families shopping for midsize and large SUVs. However, automakers are starting to rethink the idea that every SUV designed with a three-row platform must include…
8 Car Brands That Reject a Part Until a Dealer Codes It
Modern vehicles have changed from simple mechanical machines into advanced computer-controlled systems. Many replacement parts now need electronic programming before they function correctly. A new component may fit perfectly, but the car can refuse to…
10 Cars That Need Dealer Software for an Oil Reset
Not every oil change ends the same way. On most mainstream cars, a quick button sequence on the dash clears the service light in seconds. On a growing list of premium and near-luxury models, that…
8 Car System Updates That Removed a Function Owners Paid For
Modern cars are no longer static machines. They are rolling computers that manufacturers can rewrite after the sale. That power cuts both ways. Automakers use over-the-air updates to fix bugs and add new capability. But…
8 Car Engines With Oil Passages That Clog by 150,000 Miles
Not every engine failure comes from a crash or a blown head gasket. Some engines are simply born flawed. Their oil passages are too narrow, their crankcase ventilation is poorly routed, or their cooling systems leak…
8 Car Brands That Won’t Start With An Expired Certificate
Car ownership comes with many responsibilities, including keeping important documents and systems updated. Some modern vehicles are designed with security features that can prevent operation when certain certificates, digital permissions, or authorization records expire. These…
8 Cars Billing a Second Owner for the First Owner’s Plan
Vehicle ownership often comes with unexpected costs, and some cars have created confusion when ownership changes hands. Certain manufacturers have introduced plans, subscriptions, warranties, or service arrangements that continue charging after a vehicle is sold.…
8 Cars With Sunroofs That Cost $2,800 to Replace
A panoramic sunroof feels like a luxury. It floods the cabin with light and opens up the view overhead. But that glass comes with hidden risk. One stray rock or hard hailstorm can turn it…
10 Upcoming EVs With Over 400 Miles of Range
Electric vehicles capable of traveling more than 400 miles on a single charge are becoming increasingly common, thanks to advances in battery technology, aerodynamics, electric motors, and 800-volt charging systems. Rather than relying on oversized…
10 SUVs Moving to a New Platform for 2027
A platform change is the deepest kind of SUV redesign. It can alter wheelbase, cabin space, suspension geometry, electrical systems, powertrain choices, crash structure, and even how software is updated. For 2027, several familiar SUVs…
10 Cars Insurers Total Over a $4,000 Repair Bill
Vehicle repairs have become a major financial concern for drivers, insurers, and the automotive industry. Modern cars include advanced electronics, safety systems, lightweight materials, and complex mechanical components that can increase repair expenses after accidents.…
8 Cars That Weigh More Than a Full-Size Pickup
A gas-powered Ford F-150 SuperCrew 4×4 with the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 tips the scales at roughly 4,900 to 5,000 pounds, and that number has long stood as a rough marker for “big and heavy” in…
8 Engines That Fail Right After the Powertrain Warranty Expires
Buying a newer vehicle often comes with the expectation of years of dependable service, especially when the manufacturer backs it with a powertrain warranty. However, some engines have developed a troubling pattern: they perform well…
8 Used Motorcycles Selling Above Original MSRP
Most bikes lose value the second they roll off the showroom floor, but a small group of motorcycles refuse to follow that rule. Limited production runs, discontinued platforms, and cult followings have turned certain used…
10 Longest-Range Motorcycles on One Tank
Nobody loves stopping every 150 miles just to top off a tank, especially when the open road stretches out ahead with nothing but good weather and better scenery. Some motorcycles solve that problem better than…
10 Cars With Sunroof Drains That Flood the Carpet
A sunroof is designed to let a small amount of water pass through its perimeter seal. Instead of keeping every drop out, the system channels water into drain tubes located in each corner of the…
8 SUVs With Known Air Suspension Failures
Air suspension systems have become a popular feature in modern SUVs because they provide adjustable ride height, improved comfort, and better handling across different driving conditions. However, these advanced systems can also create expensive repair…
10 Cars That Need AGM Batteries and Not a Cheap Swap
Modern vehicles equipped with automatic start-stop systems, regenerative charging, and sophisticated battery management systems are engineered around Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries rather than conventional flooded lead-acid batteries. AGM batteries tolerate far more charge and…
BMW’s Long-Wheelbase X5 Introduces Exclusive Features for the Chinese Market
BMW has revealed new details about its long-wheelbase X5, revealing a range of premium rear-seat features developed exclusively for customers in China. According to Motor1, the extended-wheelbase luxury SUV emphasizes passenger comfort, technology, and spaciousness,…
10 SUVs With Seat Heaters That Warm Up Under 90 Seconds
Cold-weather comfort is about more than having heated seats. The speed at which those seats reach a comfortable temperature can make a noticeable difference during freezing mornings or long winter commutes. While manufacturers rarely publish…
10 Monster Motorcycles That Prioritize Comfort Over Weight
Weight has never stopped manufacturers from building motorcycles focused on comfort, luxury, and long-distance capability. In fact, many of today’s largest touring motorcycles intentionally carry extra pounds to accommodate bigger engines, generous luggage capacity, advanced…
9 Motorcycles That Hold Value Better Than a Softail (KBB)
Motorcycle resale value plays a major role when riders decide which bike deserves their hard-earned money. While Harley-Davidson Softail models have earned respect for their style, comfort, and brand recognition, several motorcycles can retain their…
8 Motorcycle Brands With the Most Reported Problems
Motorcycles represent freedom, performance, and personal expression, but reliability remains an important factor when choosing the right machine. While many brands have built loyal followings through impressive designs and powerful engines, some models have received…