Tag: autos
3 Ways Hackers Hijack Today’s High-Tech Cars
Karla Bowsher on June 13, 2016
A new report details several ways ill-willed individuals can manipulate today’s automobiles.
Don’t Take Out a Car Loan Before Reading This
Krystal Steinmetz on June 9, 2016
Use the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s new “Know Before You Owe” shopping guide and get the car loan that is right for you.
8 Smart Ways to Save on Teen Auto Insurance
Nancy Dunham on June 9, 2016
Adding a teen to your policy can boost your rates by thousands of dollars. Here’s how to snare great coverage at a reasonable cost.
New Federal Law Makes Rental Cars Safer
Karla Bowsher on June 6, 2016
Legislation that that took effect last week should make most rentals safer. However, some companies still can ignore the law.
Will Your Next Car Have a Defective Air Bag?
Karla Bowsher on June 3, 2016
Four auto manufacturers are still selling new cars with defective air bags, according to a recent investigation. Find out how you might be at risk.
Good and Bad News About Memorial Day Gas Prices
Karla Bowsher on May 26, 2016
Drivers in one region of the country will find the best fuel prices going into the holiday weekend.
Driving Costs Hit 6-Year Low — but Will It Last?
Karla Bowsher on April 11, 2016
Although the cost of hitting the open road has been falling, the trend may be about to reverse.
1 More Reason to Think Twice About Premium Gas
Karla Bowsher on March 28, 2016
Drivers who buy premium fuel may be paying a higher premium for it than they realize.
American Models Top List of This Year’s Worst Cars
Karla Bowsher on March 18, 2016
Consumer Reports has named its worst cars of 2016, warning buyers not to be lured in by “significant incentives” or “generous negotiating room.”
10 Cars Most Likely to Get Traffic Tickets
Karla Bowsher on February 25, 2016
Which cars are you most — or least — likely to be driving when you get in trouble with the law? Find out.
Are Your Car Keys About to Become Obsolete?
Karla Bowsher on February 23, 2016
Car keys could soon become unnecessary, like the paper calendar and stand-alone alarm clock. Find out why.
Why Gas Might Fall Below $1 Per Gallon This Year
Karla Bowsher on February 9, 2016
A price-tracking website says 99-cents-per-gallon gas is “becoming a strong possibility.” Find out which states are recording their lowest prices in more than a decade.
Manufacturer Pledges to Make Its Cars Death-Proof by 2020
Karla Bowsher on January 21, 2016
In less than five years, nobody in this brand of car should worry about being badly injured or killed in an accident. Find out which car maker is making a bold promise.
Gas Now Nearly as Cheap as Water in Some Places
Karla Bowsher on January 12, 2016
Gas prices continue to plummet, but that isn’t necessarily all good news for consumers. Find out more.
The 5 ‘Worst of the Worst’ Cars for 2015
Karla Bowsher on December 22, 2015
Smaller, low-budget models dominate Consumer Reports’ rundown of vehicles to avoid. Discover which cars made the list.
The 10 Most Reliable Car Makes and Models
Karla Bowsher on December 10, 2015
Foreign car manufacturers dominate the latest ranking of the most reliable vehicles. Find out who made the list.
To Get Cheaper Insurance Rates, Buy This Type of Car
Karla Bowsher on November 20, 2015
Eight of the top nine cheapest vehicles to insure share one quality. Find out what it is.
Auto Loan Balances Surpass $1 Trillion
Karla Bowsher on November 16, 2015
Auto loan balances jumped more than 11 percent during the third quarter compared with last year. Find out why the trend is significant.
10 of the Safest Cars for Teens That Cost Less Than $8,000
Karla Bowsher on October 9, 2015
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety encourages parents to spend “a little more” on cars to get key safety features. But with these options, you can save and be safe.
The $1 Million Parking Space Arrives
Karla Bowsher on September 17, 2015
In some parts of the country, a single parking spot costs up to three times as much as the average home. Find out why.
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