GM’s Battery Fire Recall Hits Escalade IQ, Silverado EV: Buy?
GM’s battery fire recall sounds terrifying. Then you see the actual numbers. Just 10 vehicles nationwide are affected, out of tens of thousands of Escalade IQs, Silverado EVs, Sierra EVs,…
Which New Cars Qualify for the $10,000 Car Loan Tax Break?
Buy the wrong car and that shiny new $10,000 car loan tax break is worth exactly zero. The deduction is real. It can save you real money on your 2026…
Used Car Prices 2026: Why $32K Used Still Beats $50K New
A typical 3-year-old used car now costs $32,461. That’s a record. It’s enough to make anyone wonder if you’d be better off just buying new. The short answer: no. But…
VW’s 208K Steering Bolt Recall: Still Buy a Used Atlas or Q3?
Yes, you can still buy a used Volkswagen Atlas or Audi Q3 despite the VW steering bolt recall. Just confirm the VIN first. Get the free fix scheduled, and avoid…
Maine EV Rebate Deadline Hits Sept 30: What to Buy Now
If you’re a low- or moderate-income Maine resident thinking about an EV, the math gets worse on October 1. The Maine EV rebate deadline of September 30, 2026 marks the…
Rogue Hybrid vs RAV4 Hybrid: Which One Should You Buy?
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid wins on price and proven fuel economy. But the 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid brings a genuinely different kind of powertrain. It might change how you think…
VW Steering Bolt Recall Hits 208K SUVs: Buy Used Anyway?
Yes, you can still buy a used Tiguan or Q3 right now. But run the VIN first. The VW steering bolt recall now covers 208,724 SUVs in the U.S. If…
VW ID.4 Battery Recall Tops 45,000: Still Worth Buying?
Yes, the VW ID.4 battery recall is a real fire risk. But it’s also a fixable one. It shouldn’t scare away a smart shopper working with a fair price. Volkswagen…
The EV Charger Tax Credit Just Died: What You’ll Pay Now
The federal EV charger tax credit is gone. Unless Congress changes its mind, you’re paying full price for that garage installation now. Section 30C used to hand homeowners back 30%…
September 2026 Lease Deals: Do Any Beat Buying Used?
Yes, several September 2026 lease deals genuinely beat buying a three-year-old used car on monthly payment. A handful of new leases now undercut the average used-car loan payment by $250…