First Drive: 2017 Hyundai Ioniq
Available as a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid or a fully electric model, the all-new Hyundai Ioniq is tasked with advancing Hyundai’s electrification plans. The Ioniq is a logical competitor to the Toyota...
View Article2017 New York Auto Show: Biggest Debuts Offer Performance, Technology,...
The 2017 New York International Auto Show carries on a tradition that dates all the way back to 1900. That’s when the Automobile Club of America hosted what’s considered to be the first modern auto...
View ArticleFirst Drive: 2018 Volkswagen Atlas
The Volkswagen Atlas is a three-row full-size SUV, and this all-new model is set to debut this June as a 2018 model. Based on the CrossBlue Concept, this Tennessee-built SUV will fill an important hole...
View ArticleRoadster Rivalry: Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Fiat 124 Spider
The appeal of the classic roadster is nearly universal. The long hood, short rear deck and two-seat drop-top configuration is practically synonymous with good times. The inherent impracticality of the...
View Article2017 Certified Pre-Owned Car Programs
If you’re shopping for a used car, a certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle is one choice to consider. CPOs represent used cars that are backed by the manufacturer, and are typically just a few years old...
View ArticleBuying Cars At Auto Actions
If you want to save money on a used vehicle, buying a car at an auto auction is one option. Such auctions are held across the country and usually include dozens to hundreds of used vehicles. Here’s how...
View ArticleClassic Car Buying Guide
Like a kid awaiting Christmas morning, the joy and excitement surrounding the purchase of a sought after collector vehicle is enough to keep grown adults distracted throughout the day and up all night....
View ArticleSUV Buying Guide
Shopping for a sport utility vehicle is never an easy task, unless you know precisely what make and model you want. These SUVs come in a variety of sizes with some based on traditional truck platforms...
View ArticleSalvage Titles
Did you find the perfect car and read over the CARFAX Vehicle History Report only to find it carries a salvage title? Your heart sinks, obviously. A salvage title is a scarlet letter that can turn any...
View ArticleShould I Repair or Replace My Car?
Your car isn’t working, so a call to your service center is in order. It is the second or third time this year you’ve been without your ride, presenting a major inconvenience to you, your family as...
View ArticleBuying a Used Car for Under $5,000
You’re in the market for a used car, but just not any vehicle. Specifically, you’re hemmed in by budget restrictions and can spend no more than $5,000, perhaps much less. The reality of the used car...
View ArticleHow to Change Your Oil
One of the simplest car maintenance tasks to handle yourself is changing the oil. Along with replacing the oil filter, your oil change outlay should come in around $25, or typically half the cost of...
View ArticleHow to Avoid Curbstoning
You’ve been searching for a reliable used vehicle for a while. Countless hours spent on the Internet perusing classifieds and numerous trips to local dealerships have left you empty-handed. You’ve even...
View ArticleBad Credit? Need a Car? There is Hope.
Okay, you have bad credit, but it’s not the end of the world. The impacts of the recent economic crisis in the United States continue to affect millions of American consumers. The impacts of home...
View ArticleVIN Decoding
In 1954, automakers began using a vehicle identification number (VIN) for each vehicle they produced. Between 1954 and 1981, there was no standard format and VINs varied considerably between...
View ArticleCars That Still Offer a Manual Transmission in 2017
Are you shopping for a car with a manual transmission? Unless you have a sports car in mind, you may find only a few models have them. That’s too bad, because manual transmissions can provide a more...
View Article2018 Volkswagen Tiguan: Our First Drive in VW’s Redesigned Compact SUV
Car manufacturers love to tout the improvements between generational models, especially when the new vehicle is substantially different from the last. The 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan is one such model. It...
View ArticleTeen Driving Technologies Move to the Mainstream
Getting a driver’s license is a major concern for most teens and for the adults in their lives. Of course, while young drivers are usually focused on gaining a little extra freedom, their parents have...
View ArticleWeekend Fun Plus Practical Perks: Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ
As great as a designated weekend fun car can be, for many of us, owning a second or third vehicle is out of the question. Even if we have the budget, regular maintenance and storing the vehicle can be...
View Article2017 SUVs with the Most Cargo Space
Although the original sport-utility vehicles were introduced specifically as more durable alternatives to car-based wagons, most modern SUVs have shifted their focus to providing a refined, sedan-like...
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