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Maintenance October 3, 2022

Hurricane Ian: How to spot a flood-damaged used car for sale

Used car buyers have to be on the lookout for undisclosed water damage from flooding that could cause major issues for them weeks or months after purchase.

Jeep September 22, 2022

The 2-door Jeep Wrangler is so hot right now customers are paying 24.4% over list to get it

The average markup for a a new car is 10% and the two-door Jeep Wrangler leads the way at a 24.4% markup that's equivalent to $8,433 over list.

Auto Safety September 22, 2022

Hyundais and Kias stolen nearly twice as often as other vehicles, national study finds

A new report from the Highway Loss Data Institute found that Hyundais and Kias were stolen at nearly twice the rate of other models in 2021.

LIFESTYLE September 19, 2022

Cleveland auto mechanic becomes doctor at age 51, inspires others to pursue their dreams

Carl Allamby started life in a small suburb of East Cleveland and became an auto mechanic. Yet he never forgot his childhood dream of being a doctor — and finished medical school at age 47.

Maintenance September 13, 2022

New car prices hit a record high in August, but several brands have deals

The average transaction price for a new car hit a record $48,301 in August as supplies remain scarce and automakers shift toward more profitable models.

Maintenance September 6, 2022

This state has the highest car repair costs

Connecticut was found to have the highest car repair costs, according to the latest study from CarMD, with Colorado and California rounding out the top three.

Maintenance August 29, 2022

Here's how to deal with big new car dealer markups

Edmunds consumer advice editor offers several tips for avoiding or mitigating the market adjustments many car dealers are adding to retail prices today.

Electric August 18, 2022

Here's how to get a $4,000 tax credit on a used electric car

The Inflation Reduction Act includes a used electric vehicle credit worth up to $4,000 for vehicles that are at least two years old and sold for under $25,000.

Electric August 17, 2022

Electric car tax credit: These are all of the vehicles that still qualify ... for now

The list of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles eligible for the federal clean vehicle tax credit has been reduced dramatically due to the Inflation Reduction Act.

Hyundai August 11, 2022

Hyundai has a new way to prevent its cars from getting stolen

Hyundai will begin offering a security system for its older models that have been targeted by thieves due to the ease in which they can be started without keys.