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A New Tax Break Gives Seniors up to $6,000 Back. Here’s Who Qualifies.

and on August 20, 2026

A new temporary tax deduction allows individuals aged 65 and older to deduct up to $6,000 in income on their 2025 federal returns, though income limits and other restrictions apply.

2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness Makes Life Tough for Jeep, Ford and GMC

and on August 18, 2026

The Wilderness trim starts at $44,995 before destination charges, with upgraded controls, more cargo room and off-road hardware in the mix.

Stellantis Recalls 900,000 Vehicles over Camera Bug

and on August 17, 2026

Owners of affected vehicles can use mirrors temporarily while waiting for a free over-the-air software fix from Stellantis

Ford Has New Plans for Lincoln, CEO Explains in New Interview

and on August 15, 2026

Ford will shift Lincoln Nautilus production from China by 2030 as tariffs and a planned redesign reshape the luxury SUV’s future for American buyers

New Book Reveals Detroit 3’s Push to Keep Trump’s Tariffs at Bay

and on August 12, 2026

Automakers absorbed billions in tariff costs, while workers saw smaller profit-sharing checks and shoppers faced an uncertain path to affordable new cars.

Why the 2027 Mercedes CLA 250+ Is My Favorite Car of the Year

and on August 11, 2026

The electric sedan pairs a 374-mile EPA range with 22-minute fast charging, but its $47,950 starting price is only part of the buying decision.

4 Things I Love About the VW Atlas Cross Sport, and 1 Thing Missing

and on August 10, 2026

The five-seat SUV adds 282 horsepower, standard wood trim and a 5,000-pound tow rating, but buyers will wait years for a hybrid option

Stellantis Recalls 1.2 Million Ram 1500 Trucks: See Which Are Affected

and on July 31, 2026

More than 1.2 million Ram 1500 owners may have a seat belt buckle that isn’t properly anchored to the truck’s frame.

Sometimes Tire Pressure Sensors Fail. Here’s How to Handle Them

and on July 22, 2026

A stuck warning light doesn’t always mean low air — corrosion, a dead battery, or a pothole hit could be the real cause.

New Car Monthly Payments Are Surging. Some Tips on Making Good Deals

, and on July 18, 2026

Nearly 10% of auto loan holders now pay $1,000-plus a month — here’s how to avoid overpaying at the dealership.

Michigan Cyclosporiasis Case Count Now Tops 2,600. Why CDC Data Is Lagging

and on July 14, 2026

Michigan’s cyclosporiasis case count jumped nearly 1,000 in a single weekend, while the CDC’s national tally sits at just 843 — a fraction of the real toll.

Ford Recalls Nearly 1M Vehicles in 2 Weeks. Is Your Car on the List?

and on July 13, 2026

Two recall waves within two weeks affected roughly 890,000 Ford trucks, SUVs and Mustangs for rollaway and wiper risks — check your VIN now.

What Is Cyclosporiasis? Parasite Sickens More Than 150 People in Michigan

, and on July 1, 2026

A single case on June 22 exploded into a seven-county outbreak within days, with 14 hospitalized and the contamination source still unidentified.

Honda’s Towable Camper Trailer Doesn’t Require a Big Vehicle to Tow It

and on June 28, 2026

Honda’s Base Station Prototype sleeps four, fits in a standard parking space, and can be towed by a crossover — but no price or sale date has been announced.

Slate’s $25K Electric Pickup Truck Is the Real Deal

and on June 25, 2026

The $24,950 Slate pickup survived a real-world test drive in LA — but its two-seat cab, crank windows, and no built-in audio raise big questions about mass appeal.

Hybrid Car Sales Are Heating Up with Elevated Gas Prices

and on June 24, 2026

As gas prices approach $4 a gallon and overall new car sales fall nearly 6%, hybrid vehicles are up 11% — and the five-year ownership math shows a hybrid can save you over $2,000.

Foreign Brands Dominate 2026’s Most American-Made Cars List

and on June 23, 2026

Tesla leads again, but the real story is how foreign brands flooded the 2026 American-Made Index as the EV tax credit expired and Detroit’s lineup shrank to an all-time low.

Jeep to Recall 1 Million Wranglers, Gladiators Over Fire Risk

and on June 15, 2026

Owners of 2021–2025 Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators are being told to park outside now while Stellantis races to fix a wiring flaw linked to spontaneous vehicle fires

GM Launches Phone App Feature to Simplify EV Charging

and on June 14, 2026

GM’s new Energy Pass app already covers nearly 70% of U.S. fast chargers — and a coming firmware update could let some EV owners sell electricity back to the grid to lower their bills.

Auto Parts Stores Offer Services You Can Get for Free

and on May 28, 2026

Before paying your mechanic, check what auto parts chains like AutoZone and O’Reilly will do for free — from diagnosing your check engine light to lending you tools.

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