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Cheapest States to Own a Car: Real-World Tips From an Automotive Engineer
Looking for the Cheapest State to Own a Car? Let’s Crack the CodeAsk any car enthusiast, commuter, or weekend hauler: owning a car isn’t just about loving the rumble of a V8 or the…
Best Tires for Winter Driving: Real-World Advice From Behind the Wheel
Winter Roads, Realities, and the Tire TangoThere’s nothing quite like that first cold snap in Los Angeles—an almost imperceptible shift for most Angelenos. But for those of us who …
Oct 12, 2025
Lease vs Buy a Car in 2025: What Makes Sense Now?
Lease or Buy in 2025? Let's Get RealThere’s no shortage of opinions when it comes to whether you should lease or buy your next car. After fifteen years reporting from Detroit, I’ve…
Oct 10, 2025
Tesla Drops Prices Again Amid Growing Competition
The Numbers Drop Again: Tesla’s Latest Price ShakeupAnother week, another round of price adjustments from Tesla. The electric vehicle giant has once again lowered the sticker price…
Maintenance Tips for New Owners: Setting Up Your Car for Years of Trouble-Free Driving
Welcome to the Garage: The First Days with Your New RideThere’s something satisfying about sliding behind the wheel of a new car. Whether it’s the faint scent of fresh plastics, th…
Outback vs Forester: Which SUV?
The Outback and Forester Face-Off: California’s Favorite CrossoversSubaru has carved out a special place in the American automotive psyche—especially out here on the West Coast. Wh…
Top 10 Most Reliable Used Cars
Finding the Trustworthy: My Criteria for ReliabilityAsk any seasoned New York commuter or a suburban parent shuttling kids to soccer practice—reliability isn’t just a bonus, it’s a…
How to Score Cheap Car Insurance in Texas: Practical Tips from an Auto Journalist
Finding a Good Deal in the Lone Star StateThere’s something about driving through Texas that’s impossible to replicate. Maybe it’s the vast, endless stretches of I-35, or the way t…
Oct 08, 2025
Ford Unveils Its 2025 Hybrid Truck: What We Know So Far
Hybrid Power, Ford Tough: The 2025 Ford Hybrid Truck Breaks CoverThe American pickup market just got a little more electrified. Ford officially announced their new hybrid truck for…