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Gas Prices Are Rising Again: How Much Control Does Trump Really Have?

and on September 10, 2026

A gallon now averages $4.27 nationwide, with California at $5.89, while oil near $105 limits the president’s options.

Gas Prices Are High, but Americans Still Have Their Favorite Stations

and on September 9, 2026

The national average hit $4.22, while one state’s pump prices topped $5.87 and Shell led the country in station count

Gas Prices Are Rising Again: Here’s Where Drivers Are Paying the Most

and on September 9, 2026

The national average reached $4.22, but drivers in California, Washington and Hawaii face the steepest costs at the pump.

I Drove Two Versions of the Kia Telluride. Is the Gas or Hybrid Better?

and on September 8, 2026

The hybrid costs about $800 more at the top trim but delivered roughly 70 extra miles per tank during a week of testing.

Here Are My Top 3 New Cars of 2026 So Far After Testing 10 Models

and on September 8, 2026

One electric SUV offers 312 miles of range, while a hybrid delivers up to 36 mpg and a third model starts below $31,000

We Drove Two of the Best New Family SUVs. Here’s How They Compare

, and on September 7, 2026

One model starts below $31,000, while the other offers more cargo room and standard all-wheel drive for family trips

Can NHTSA Slow Down Tesla’s Cybercab Launch With New Probe?

and on September 4, 2026

The probe could test whether cars without steering wheels or pedals meet current federal rules before robotaxis expand to about a dozen more states

Best Labor Day Car Deals: 10 Vehicles With Discounts Up to $10,000

and on September 3, 2026

Several offers expire by Sept. 30, but one SUV promotion delivers $10,000 in bonus cash and another cuts an MSRP by 10%

Is Labor Day the Last Best Time to Get a Great Deal on Buying a Car?

and on September 2, 2026

Nearly 90% of dealership inventory remains 2026 models, while September discounts averaged almost 3% over the past five years

Tesla Preps Cybercab Launch: What to Know About the Newest Robotaxi

and on September 2, 2026

A Sept. 3 event could reveal how Tesla plans to bring driverless rides, 418-mile range and changing prices to more cities

I Drove One of the Few Electric Three-Row SUVs. Kia’s EV9 Delivers

and on September 1, 2026

A weeklong test reveals how the $54,900 EV9 handles charging, family space and the trade-offs behind its higher-priced trims.

We Drove Two of the Most Affordable 2026 Cars. Here’s How They Compare

, and on September 1, 2026

With new cars averaging $49,855, these two sub-$30,000 models differ sharply in trim choices, cargo room and performance.

Are EV Drivers Less Likely to Default on Car Loans? New Study Says Yes

and on August 31, 2026

The study found a striking repayment gap, but EV buyers still paid more to finance their cars despite the lower risk.

8 of the Most Practical Performance Upgrades You Can Make to Your Car

and on August 30, 2026

A $60 seat cover, $300 tire upgrade and safer headlights could help you improve an older car without replacing it

Counting Down the 5 Best Hybrids of 2026 as Gas Prices Rise

and on August 28, 2026

Hybrid interest hit 22% as gas reached $4.08 a gallon, but the five picks range from a practical compact SUV to an $81,850 luxury model.

Ranking the 10 Cars I’ve Tested in 2026: Which Is No. 1?

and on August 27, 2026

Prices range from $24,650 to $81,850, but the most expensive SUV did not take the top spot in this real-world test

What States Have the Highest Amount of Car Debt? Here Are the Top 10

and on August 27, 2026

A new study finds drivers in one state devote 17.3% of disposable income to auto loans, while national car debt has nearly doubled since 2003.

I Drove an Eye-Popping Electric SUV. The Chevy Blazer EV Turns Heads

and on August 26, 2026

A week behind the wheel revealed 312 miles of range, a $25 public charging session and a cheaper trim that may offer better value.

Hertz Includes a 100K-Mile Warranty on Certified Used Cars. What to Know

and on August 25, 2026

The coverage applies only to newer former rentals under 75,000 miles, with a $100 deductible for each covered repair visit

10 Cheapest Cars to Insure in 2026 Are Dominated by Subaru

and on August 25, 2026

The average full-coverage premium for a new vehicle is $2,879, but these models cost substantially less to insure each year

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