Leasing a brand-new car for around $300 per month is suddenly looking more realistic across the U.S., thanks to a fresh wave of sub-$200 monthly deals that keep total costs manageable even after factoring in hefty upfront payments. With long-term…
In recent years, it’s become harder to find new non-hybrid cars that can exceed 40 MPG, but there are still some options available. The Toyota Corolla, with a 169-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and a continuously variable automatic transmission, exceeds the…
South Korea has quietly become a global automotive powerhouse, churning out over four million light vehicles in 2025 alone. That output makes it the world’s sixth-largest car-producing nation, behind only China, the U.S., Japan, India, and Germany. Yet despite its…
The DIN standard for car stereos, developed by the German Institute for Standardization, was a uniform standard that allowed for easy installation of aftermarket stereos. The standard, which included a 2- by 7-inch slot for single-DIN stereos and a 4-…
The average marketed price of a new car has hit a record high of $51,974, according to data from Automotive News and Catalyst IQ. This represents a $2,421 or 4.9% increase from the same day last year, and $314 higher…
Kia’s subcompact Niro crossover is getting a 2027 refresh that sharpens its styling, upgrades its tech, and refines its ride—while dropping both the fully electric and plug-in hybrid powertrains. The updated Niro keeps the same hybrid setup: a 1.6-liter four-cylinder…
Kia America has delivered a blockbuster June, posting its best-ever monthly sales and setting a new all-time record for first-half deliveries. Total June sales jumped 10.4% year-over-year to 70,507 units, while year-to-date sales surged 3.4% to 430,727 units. The surge…
A 2021 Hyundai Palisade, once priced between $33,860 and $49,085 when new, now commands roughly $20,300 for the base SE trim or about $27,200 for the top Calligraphy model—depreciating 40% and 44% respectively after five years. Industry data from Car…
Minivans have never been poster children for speed, but today’s crop of family haulers is packing serious muscle. Back in 1984, the original Plymouth Voyager’s top engine option produced just 104 horsepower and hit 94 mph with a 0–60 mph…
The 2026 Toyota RAV4 has arrived as a hybrid-only sixth generation with a starting MSRP of $33,320 (including destination), but dealer markups and limited availability may push real-world pricing higher. That sticker shock has buyers hunting for cheaper compact SUV…