Car buying

One of the fastest rising costs associated with buying a car is probably something you’ve never really paid attention to: destination charges. So, what’s driving the increase?

Automakers can breathe a sigh of relief as a shortage of semiconductors had started to interfere with vehicle production.

Debuted at the SEMA Show, the 300T kit increases the Ford Maverick’s power output to 300 horsepower and 317 pounds-feet of torque and uses some parts from the Lobo parts bin.

Upgrades to the Toyota Crown Signia for the 2026 model year are slight: A black roof is now optional with all exterior paint colors on the Limited trim.

For 2026, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now standard on the Volkswagen Jetta, and a moonroof is included on the mid-range SE trim.

Updated for 2026, the all-electric Lexus RZ SUV boasts more power, longer range and shorter charging times than the 2025 model.

With the big project of the new 0 Series SUV’s debut looming, Honda is leaving the all-electric Prologue unchanged for 2026.

Redesigned for the 2023 model year, the hybrid variant of the Kia Niro remains unchanged for 2026 and starts at $28,535.

Sales are up for the third quarter in the U.S. vehicle market, inventory is down, and pricing pressure is impacting affordability across the board.

Read here for four things we like about the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid and two things we don’t after time behind the wheel.