Washington, D.C., Bureau Chief
Fred Meier
Former D.C. Bureau Chief Fred Meier, who lives every day with Washington gridlock, has an un-American love of small wagons and hatchbacks.
Articles by Fred Meier
Half of Tesla’s current lineup are SUVs, though they more resemble the tall hatchback coupe versions of European luxury brands’ SUVs than utilities with a more traditional, boxier shape.
By Fred Meier
May 17, 2021
Everyone’s situation is different, but there’s a good case for paying off your car loan early — here’s why.
By Fred Meier
March 28, 2021
Here are the mass-market brands (excluding exotics and uber-luxury cars) that offer high-level adaptive cruise control and lane-centering steering for 2021.
By Fred Meier
March 24, 2021
If you’ve decided to take the plunge on leasing, one question you might have, particularly if it’s your first time, is whether you can trade in the old car you own.
By Fred Meier
March 21, 2021
To successfully refinance a car loan, you have to meaningfully lower the rate and not extend the loan term.
By Fred Meier
February 28, 2021
With interest in sedans withering, automakers have rolled out even more new SUVs for the 2021 model year.
By Fred Meier
January 29, 2021
A few mostly luxury brands offer car subscriptions that provide wheels, maintenance and insurance for one all-in monthly fee.
By Fred Meier
December 20, 2020
Few industries are as interconnected around the globe as the auto industry, so you might have some health-related questions if you’re shopping for a new vehicle.
By Fred Meier
April 3, 2020
Volkswagen is responding to the virus pandemic with a wave of cut-rate financing across its lineup: 0% for 72 months with no down payment and the first payment deferred for 180 days.
By Fred Meier
April 1, 2020
Which of these three-row SUVs have the biggest discounts off the sticker price in March 2020? From our survey of six major U.S. markets, here are prominent deals we spotted.
By Fred Meier
March 19, 2020