Sean Tucker

Sean Tucker is an author specializing in covering the automotive and energy industries from a consumer's viewpoint. As a reviewer and consumer advocate, his work has appeared in U.S. News and World Report, Yahoo Autos, MSN, Dub Magazine, and more. He's been an expert guest discussing car shopping on cable news. He has also served as both reporter and lead editor for energy and insurance industry publications, covering the electrification of the auto industry and the ins and outs of car insurance. He reports for KBB from Washington, D.C.

Midsize SUV Crossover

Driving the 2025 Volkswagen Atlas SE with Technology

Sean Tucker - July 10, 2025

A week driving the Volkswagen Atlas SE with Technology revealed a pleasant family SUV with the motor sound of a sports car

The 2026 Porsche Taycan Black Edition seen from a front quarter angle

High Performance Car

Porsche Rolls Out New Taycan Black Editions

Sean Tucker - July 10, 2025

Porsche has jumped in on the latest automotive trend: Black editions. The 2026 Porsche Taycan gets the special packages, which arrive this fall.

The 2022 Ford F-150 in black seen from a front quarter angle

General

Ford Recalls 850,000 for Fuel Pump Failure

Sean Tucker - July 10, 2025

Ford has recalled 850,318 vehicles because their fuel pumps can fail, causing their engines to stall while driving.

A car loan application sits beneath a toy car and a car key

General

Lenders Report Spike in Auto Loan Refinancing

Sean Tucker - July 10, 2025

Auto lenders are reporting a spike in refinance applications as Americans who bought during the pandemic seek lower payments.

A teaser image Nissan released showing many planned EVs for both its Nissan and Infiniti lineups

Electric Vehicle

Several Automakers Dial Back EV Plans

Sean Tucker - July 10, 2025

Nissan and Toyota have delayed production of some planned EVs, while Honda may have canceled plans for one.

The 2013 Honda Accord in black seen from a front quarter angle

Midsize Car

Honda Recalls 2013 Accord Models Over Broken Driveshafts

Sean Tucker - July 10, 2025

Honda recalled 65,115 Accord cars because road salt can corrode their drive shafts, causing the parts to fracture.

The 2026 Mazda CX-5 in red seen from a front quarter angle

General

Mazda Reveals All-New CX-5 With Big Back Seat

Sean Tucker - July 10, 2025

Mazda today revealed an all-new, third-generation CX-5 with more passenger space and a planned hybrid option.

Luxury Midsize SUV Crossover

Driving the 2025 Volvo XC90 T8 AWD Ultra

Sean Tucker - July 09, 2025

We spend a week driving the 2025.5 Volvo XC90 T8 AWD Ultra, the top-of-the-line version of Volvo’s updated plug-in hybrid-powered SUV.

The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV in gray seen from a front quarter angle

Electric Vehicle

Chevrolet Recalls Blazer EV Over Parking Brake Problem

Sean Tucker - July 09, 2025

Chevrolet has recalled 40,233 Blazer EVs because their parking brakes can engage unexpectedly or stop working altogether.

A line of used cars from several brands at a dealership

General

Used Car Prices May Hold Stable Amid Chaos

Sean Tucker - July 09, 2025

Car dealers paid just 1.6% more for used cars at auction last month, meaning price inflation is relatively normal.