Stacker-Autos & Transportation

  Car ownership consumes a major share of many household budgets. Between loan payments, maintenance, fuel, and auto insurance, the cost of owning and operating a vehicle now averages more than $11,000 per year. Even as U.S. cities and counties increase investment in public transportation, more than 90% of American households own or lease at

  With new car prices averaging $50,000 and inflation squeezing household budgets, more Americans are holding on to their car for longer. Findings from Caribou’s 2026 Car Loan Sentiment Survey of 2,000 U.S. auto loan holders suggest that this decision to stay put raises the financial stakes on loans most borrowers have never revisited. Only

  The best time to buy a used car is in October and November, according to Edmunds sales data and our analysts. That’s the simple answer, but what if you can’t wait until then? Are there other good times to buy a used car? Are prices trending high or low now? There are many factors

  According to a Capital One Auto survey, Generation Z members currently between 18 and 28 years of age accounted for the largest share of first-time car buyers and led in near-term buying. The survey results go on to show young car shoppers typically spend more time looking for a car, visit more dealerships during

  Even in the face of challenging economic conditions and tepid sales, many automakers are forging ahead with all-new products that could help revitalize the market. Coming in the next year or so are dozens of all-new or redesigned vehicles, representing everything from cheap and cheerful EVs to high-dollar supercars. If you’re not absolutely desperate

  If you’re looking for a family-friendly SUV but want something a bit more special than what brands like Honda, Toyota, and Kia offer, you might want to consider a used luxury SUV. Two great examples are the 2023 BMW X5 and the 2023 Volvo XC90. Now that they’re a few years old, both of

  A manufacturer’s warranty covers vehicle repairs for a defined period after you buy. Once that period ends, most owners assume they’re on their own. However, sometimes manufacturers will offer to cover repairs after the warranty period, at no cost or at a discounted rate for the owner. This is called a goodwill repair. LawtonCates

  We’ve all been there: driving toward a setting sun, squinting through a glare so intense it makes your dashboard hot enough to cook dinner on. Your instinctual response may be, “I should just tint the whole windshield.” However, windshield tinting is a tangled web of legality and permissibility. Unlike side windows, which offer a

  Imagine this—you’re cruising down the highway on a hot summer afternoon, trailer in tow, when you glance at the dashboard and see the temperature gauge climbing outside its normal range. Maybe you notice a warning light or steam billowing from beneath the hood, urging you to pull over soon before serious damage occurs. Either

  The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 was the most popular new vehicle bought by Capital One customers in the first half of 2026. From January to June 2026, the Silverado 1500 had an average sales price for those customers of $56,259. Here are the top five new vehicles financed by those customers from January to

  Car shows are one of the highlights of the summer season and the warm weather that comes with it, allowing enthusiasts to showcase their labor of love to fellow gearheads. While auto shows should be enjoyed by attendees of all ages, demographics, and walks of life, there are certain unspoken rules of etiquette every

Edmunds shares its Top Rated Awards for 2026, highlighting the best cars, trucks, and SUVs, with standout winners like the Hyundai Palisade Hybrid.

CarInsurance.com reports that analysis shows a $4,400 insurance cost gap between vehicles. Luxury cars like BMW’s M-series are pricier, while models like Subaru Crosstrek are cheaper to insure.

Edmunds reports the best affordable luxury SUVs of 2026, including the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLB, all under $50,000.

Reasons to be Cheerful reports Dunkirk’s free bus initiative boosted ridership by 165%, reduced pollution, and improved urban mobility for residents.

Jettly reports private jet prices grew 1.7% in 2025, slower than the 2.7% CPI, signaling a shift towards stable pricing in aviation.