cars
4 Reasons Your Keyless Car Ignition Is a Safety Hazard
Nancy Dunham on June 13, 2016
The new technology has caused deaths, accidents and damage.
Don’t Take Out a Car Loan Before Reading This
Krystal Steinmetz on July 11, 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.
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.
Taxis, Rentals and Ride-Shares Crawling With Germs
Karla Bowsher on May 23, 2016
A recent analysis found that certain parts of taxis and ride-share and rental cars are loaded with bacteria.
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.
Why Now Is the Best Time to Buy a Japanese Car
Karla Bowsher on March 25, 2016
You have a few days left to get a good deal on a Japanese car. Find out about the bargains, and why they may disappear in April.
Worried About Your Car Getting Hacked? So Is the FBI
Bob Sullivan on March 25, 2016
More sophisticated technology in cars — and among hackers — means there are perils lurking. Consumers and law enforcers have reason to be concerned.
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 U.S. Cities That Have the Worst Traffic
Karla Bowsher on March 15, 2016
Drivers spent 8 billion hours in traffic last year. Learn why your drive time to work is probably getting longer.
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.
Ask Stacy: Is Zero-Percent Financing for a New Car a Good Deal?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
You’re shopping for a new car, and the dealer offers you zero-percent financing. What’s the catch?
Gas Prices Slip Below $2, but Will the Trend Continue?
Karla Bowsher on December 21, 2015
More than two-thirds of U.S. gas stations already are selling gas for less than $2 per gallon. Find out whether prices will remain low in 2016.
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.
Auto Loan Balances Surpass $1 Trillion
Karla Bowsher on July 11, 2016
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.
Volkswagen Caught Cheating on Emissions Tests, Feds Say
Jim Gold on September 20, 2015
Nearly 500,000 diesel cars have devices that let them pass tests but pollute but during normal operation. Recalls, fines ahead.
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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