Used Car Prices Hit $30K: Is New Actually the Smarter Buy?
The average used car now costs $30,166, according to J.D. Power. That’s up $860 from a year ago. But here’s the twist: new cars are still nearly $20,000 more expensive…
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…
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…
Used EV Prices Now Match Gas Cars: Time to Buy?
The gap is basically gone. Used EV prices have closed in on used gas car prices this year. In some months, the difference amounts to little more than a tank…
Jeep Grand Cherokee’s Third Coil Spring Recall: Still Worth Buying?
Three recalls, one part, same failure mode. That’s the track record on the Grand Cherokee coil spring recall, and it’s why this one deserves more scrutiny than the average safety…
Porsche Taycan Battery Fire Lawsuit Advances: Buy Used?
A federal judge just refused to let Porsche kick its own customers out of court. That’s bad news for anyone hoping the Taycan battery fire saga would quietly fade away.…
CPO Sales Are Sinking in 2026 — Is Certified Still Worth It?
Certified pre-owned sales are dropping in 2026. It’s not because buyers stopped caring about warranties. CPO sales fell more than 11% year over year in March. Through the first quarter…
Toyota Camry Hybrid Recall Hits 508K: Should You Still Buy?
Yes, you should still buy a Toyota Camry Hybrid — but check your VIN first. The Toyota Camry Hybrid recall now covers 508,354 cars in the U.S. Every one is…
Jeep Grand Cherokee Recall Hits 328K: This Is Its Third Fix
Jeep just told the owners of 328,381 Grand Cherokees that their free fix didn’t work. Twice. This new Jeep Grand Cherokee recall is the third attempt to solve the exact…