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Executive Editor

Joe Wiesenfelder

Executive Editor Joe Wiesenfelder, a Cars.com launch veteran, leads the car evaluation effort. He owns a 1984 Mercedes 300D and a 2002 Mazda Miata SE.

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Manufacturer cargo specs tend to be inconsistent at best, so Cars.com’s editors began measuring vehicle cargo space using their own methodology. These are the results thus far.
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Apple CarPlay is a feature in cars that allows you to control certain Apple-based apps through the dashboard’s media system, including moving-map navigation functionality.
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Though it could apply to any car, truck or SUV, 4x4 usually represents more traditional 4WD vehicles, and especially off-road-capable ones.
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You no longer need to warm up your car in winter — for your car’s sake — unless it’s old enough to have a carburetor, or it’s electric or a plug-in hybrid.
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We recommend that you shop around for a loan before you go to a dealership. Before you can shop for a loan, though, you'll need to determine a few things.
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You probably know buying a hybrid car will save you some gas, if you’re comparing it with a similar non-hybrid. But there are some things you might not know.
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Determine as many of the following points as possible before you visit any 
 dealerships, starting with the price you expect to pay.
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The 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup truck emphasizes and enables owner upgradability, complete with DIY plans and videos to install bed-rail lighting and an air compressor — so we figured we’d give this project a try ourselves with our own Maverick.
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The first affordable electric SUV without a defining flaw, the Ioniq 5 has a comfortable ride and plenty of space, but some of its best features can be had only for thousands of dollars more.
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The 2023 Kia Niro is worthy of Best in Show because it serves as a reminder that battery-electric vehicles aren’t the only way to burn less gas, save some money and release less carbon.