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Average Used Car Price Tops $26,000
The average used car in America was listed for $26,043 in December — 2% higher than November’s figure, and nearly 3% higher than a year ago.
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Ford Recalls Super Duty Trucks Over Breakable Axle Shafts
Ford has recalled 6,819 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks from model year 2026 because their right rear axle shafts can fracture.
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Study: Car Shopping Is Getting More Pleasant
A recent study finds car buyers growing more satisfied with their experience, though many would like it to grow more digital.
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2026 Mazda CX-5 Holds the Line on Pricing
The all-new 2026 Mazda CX-5 will start at $31,485, just $940 more than the outgoing model.
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Dodge, Ford, Hyundai Split North American Car of the Year Awards
The Dodge Charger, Ford Maverick Lobo, and Hyundai Palisade took 2026 North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year honors.
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Car Loans Getting Easier to Find
Americans had an easier time qualifying for car loans in December than in any month since October 2022, with nearly 74%
approved.
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Average New Car Price Topped $50,000 in December
The average American new car buyer paid $50,326 in December, a record high despite relatively high incentives.
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Ford Recalls 272,000 Vehicles Over Rollaway Risk
Ford has issued a recall for 272,645 Mustang Mach-E SUVs, Maverick pickups, and F-150 Lightning EV trucks because they could roll away when parked.
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EV Sales Crashed as 2025 Ended
Electric vehicles made up 7.8% of all new cars sold in the U.S. in 2025, but the total reflects wild swings quarter by quarter.
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BMW Recalls X3 Over Steering Wheel Movement When Still
BMW has recalled 36,922 X3 SUVs because their steering wheels can move unexpected while the car is stationary.