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Looking for a New Car Under $40K? Check Out the 5 Most Affordable Brands

and on April 9, 2026

With the average new car price sitting at $49,275 in March, only five major brands kept their averages below $40,000 — and one of their cheapest models starts at just $20,550.

These 3 Sports Cars Prove Fun Doesn’t Have to Cost More Than $35K

and on April 8, 2026

While the average new car now tops $49,000, a few automakers are making the case that the thrill of a real sports car doesn’t require blowing your budget.

Gas Prices Top Americans’ Concerns About the Iran War Amid Ceasefire

and on April 8, 2026

A new Pew Research poll finds gas prices are Americans’ top worry about the Iran conflict — cutting across party lines, with both Republicans and Democrats deeply concerned.

Shopping for a Used EV? These 10 Had the Biggest Jumps in Sales

and on April 7, 2026

With new car prices averaging nearly $50,000 and gas at $4.14 a gallon, more drivers are turning to the used EV market — and some models are flying off virtual lots.

Gas Prices Are Skyrocketing. These States Had the Biggest Jumps.

and on April 6, 2026

The national average hit $4.12 per gallon this week, up sharply since the Iran war began — and one analyst says prices could keep climbing even higher.

Tesla Is Sitting on Thousands of Unsold EVs, Despite Interest Uptick

and on April 4, 2026

The production-to-sales gap just hit its widest point in over a year — and analysts say Musk’s politics are only part of the story.

Push to ‘Dump the Gas Tax’ Grows, but Is It Any Closer to Reality?

and on April 3, 2026

With Iran war-driven gas prices squeezing drivers, both parties in Congress are eyeing a move that hasn’t happened since 1987 — but the road to relief is complicated.

Tesla Sold 358K Cars to Start 2026. Did They Beat Expectations?

and on April 2, 2026

The EV maker’s Q1 numbers were up year-over-year but fell short of its own production pace.

New York Auto Show Spotlights Cars Under $35K as Cost Concerns Mount

and on April 2, 2026

Automakers are pushing back against sticker shock with several models starting well below the $49,353 national average.

Top 10 Best-Selling Car Brands in 2025

and on April 2, 2026

Despite rising prices, interest rates and tariffs, the auto industry posted its strongest sales year since 2019 — here’s who came out on top.

EV Chargers Are Growing Nationwide. What It Means for Drivers

and on March 31, 2026

With gas prices hitting $4 per gallon, the number of public charging stations has surged across the U.S.

These 10 States Have the Most EVs Entering 2026. Is Yours Among Them?

and on March 30, 2026

EV sales dropped sharply after the $7,500 tax credit ended, but a handful of states are still leading the charge.

What Would a Federal Gas Tax Suspension Mean for Car Owners?

and on March 30, 2026

Several states are already moving to cut gas taxes as pump prices approach $4 a gallon — and Congress may not be far behind.

Here Are the 12 Safest Electric Cars Money Can Buy in 2026

and on March 28, 2026

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety just released its 2026 Top Safety Pick awards, and EVs made a strong showing.

Here’s What to Know About E15 Gas as Trump Moves to Lower Pump Prices

and on March 26, 2026

A temporary EPA waiver starting May 1 will allow nationwide sales of E15 ethanol-blended fuel, which can save drivers about 25 cents per gallon.

Here Are the 9 Safest Small SUVs Money Can Buy in 2026

and on March 26, 2026

These compact crossovers earned the highest safety designation from the insurance industry’s crash-testing authority.

Is Your Family Safer in a Minivan or an SUV? This Test Says the Latter

and on March 25, 2026

Not a single minivan earned a top safety rating from IIHS this year — and experts say parents should take notice.

Here Are the Safest Small Cars for 2026 — and They’re All Under $30K

and on March 24, 2026

Seven models earned the insurance industry’s highest safety honors this year, and none will break the bank.

Is It Cheaper to Drive or Fly for Your Next Vacation? It’s Complicated

and on March 23, 2026

With gas prices surging past $4 and airport security lines stretching for hours, the math on your spring break trip just got a lot messier.

Here’s 13 Crashes Tied to Tesla’s Expanded Full Self-Drive Probe

and on March 20, 2026

NHTSA’s investigation now covers 3.2 million vehicles and raises new concerns about how the software handles fog, dust and sun glare.

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