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Tesla Delivered 480K EVs in the Spring. Did That Beat Expectations?

and on July 2, 2026

Deliveries jumped 34% from the first quarter to nearly half a million vehicles, yet Tesla’s stock fell 3% on the news.

These States Had the Most EVs to Start 2026 Amid Rising Gas Prices

and on July 2, 2026

California topped the list at 17.5% EV registrations, but even the leading states saw adoption slip compared to last year.

Are Gas Stations Price Gouging? Unpacking Trump’s Latest Truth Rant

and on June 30, 2026

Trump wants pump prices near $2.50 a gallon, but analysts say crude costs — not gouging — explain why drivers pay $3.84.

Ford Recalls 770K Cars. Here’s Why It Leads among Recalls in 2026

and on June 30, 2026

Ford has filed 51 recalls so far in 2026 — nearly triple its closest rival — as a 2024 safety consent order keeps pressure on the automaker.

Carvana’s Next Move Looks a Lot Like Amazon’s – and That’s the Point

and on June 22, 2026

Carvana spent $171 million buying seven Stellantis dealerships — and its new ‘Test Drive Center’ model could signal a major shift in how Americans shop for used cars.

EVs Are Seen as the Cars of the Future. Some Worry About Present Jobs

and on June 22, 2026

EVs have just 20-25 drivetrain parts versus 2,000-plus in gas cars — a gap raising urgent concerns for 7 million Americans in auto-related jobs.

Ford Leads Among Carmaker Recalls So Far in 2026. Here’s Why

and on June 20, 2026

Ford has issued 51 recalls since January — nearly triple the next closest automaker — and a 2024 federal consent order explains why the gap is so wide.

I Drove One of America’s Cheapest Luxury EVs. The Lexus RZ Gets Our OK

and on June 16, 2026

The 2026 Lexus RZ starts at $47,395 — well below the $54,500 average new EV price — but a week of testing revealed a nearly identical Toyota option for nearly $13,000 less.

Hot Weather Can Strain Your Car. How to Maintain It in the Summer

, and on June 16, 2026

From coolant levels to tire pressure, six maintenance steps can prevent a summer breakdown — and one AC habit actually makes overheating worse.

Carvana Keeps Buying Stellantis Dealerships. Here’s What It Could Mean

and on June 15, 2026

Carvana quietly dropped $171 million on six Stellantis dealerships — and analysts say only 30% of buyers want to shop for cars entirely online.

Car Shopping for a Teen? Experts Pick 6 Safe Midsize SUVs under $10K

and on June 8, 2026

IIHS and Consumer Reports vetted thousands of used models to find six midsize SUVs that pass rigorous crash tests and pedestrian-detection standards — starting at $6,000.

Shopping for a Teen? Experts Pick 12 Safe, Small SUVs under $10K

and on June 8, 2026

IIHS and Consumer Reports named 45 crash-tested used vehicles under $10,000 as safe first cars for teens — here are the 12 SUVs that made the cut, with prices starting at $5,700.

11 of the Safest Small Cars Under $10K That You Can Buy for Your Teen

and on June 5, 2026

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and Consumer Reports vetted 45 used cars and narrowed the list to models under $10,000 that pass crash tests and have automatic emergency braking — with prices starting at $4,600.

I Drove the 2026 Mazda3. Features, Pricing Make It a Top Compact Car

and on June 3, 2026

Starting at under $25,000 with top safety scores and 34 mpg highway, the Mazda3 makes a compelling case as one of the last affordable new cars left.

11 of the Safest Cars Under $20K That You Can Buy for Your Teen Driver

and on June 2, 2026

IIHS and Consumer Reports screened 29 used vehicles for crash-test ratings and pedestrian-detection tech — these 11 make the cut, starting at $13,200.

Off-Lease Vehicles Could Be This Year’s Best Used-Car Deals

and on May 27, 2026

A projected 25% surge in off-lease vehicles means 2023-model SUVs and EVs are hitting used-car lots at prices thousands below their original sticker.

Plugging in Your Hybrid EV? Toyota Study Shows You’re in Good Company

and on May 26, 2026

Toyota’s own PHEV study found drivers plug in nearly every day — and at 18 cents per kilowatt-hour nationally, daily charging can dramatically cut trips to the gas station.

Memorial Day Drivers: Look Out for Traffic Ticket Scams

and on May 21, 2026

NHTSA is warning 39 million Memorial Day travelers that fake traffic ticket texts and emails are targeting their personal information and money.

Should You Rent a Car for Your Summer Trip? There Are Pros and Cons

and on May 20, 2026

With gas averaging $4.55 a gallon and new car prices topping $49,000, renting for your road trip could save real money — if you know the tradeoffs.

Gas Could Hit $4.80 a Gallon, Squeezing Summer Travel Plans, Analyst Predicts

and on May 20, 2026

GasBuddy’s top analyst warns that escalating Iran tensions and tight global oil supplies could push the national average past $4.80 a gallon this summer — topping 2022’s record high of $4.43.

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