General
What Is a Kilowatt?
A kilowatt (kW) is a measure of electrical energy equivalent to 1,000 watts. For example, ten 100-watt lightbulbs require 1…
General
What Is a J-Plug?
A J-plug is the standard alternating current (AC) electric vehicle charging plug used in the United States. This plug may…
General
What Is an IP?
IP is an abbreviation for “instrument panel,” the driver’s information and control center of an automobile. Also known as the…
Compact Car
2023 Mazda3 Gains Horsepower, Fuel Economy
The Mazda3 is one of the best values in the new car market. It offers exceptional handling and near-luxury appointments…
Fullsize SUV Crossover
Recall Alert: GM’s Big SUVs May Have Seatbelt Problem
General Motors is recalling about 485,000 full-size SUVs from model years 2021 and 2022 because their third-row seatbelts can fail…
General
Average Used Car Price Back on the Rise
The average used car in America sold for $28,219 in July – an increase after several months of declines. But…
General
Average New Monthly Car Payment Climbs to $733
The average new car buyer signed up for a monthly payment of $733 in July. That’s an increase of nearly…
Compact SUV Crossover
2023 Dodge Hornet: Affordable Small SUV as Gateway Drug
Dodge makes muscle cars. Americans buy more practical little crossovers. If you’re Dodge, this presents you with a…
Midsize SUV Crossover
10 Best Used SUVs Under $8,000
Looking for a good used SUV for less than $8,000? That can be challenging given the rise in used car…
General
What Is the EPA?
The EPA is the Environmental Protection Agency, an independent agency of the U.S. government that is part of the executive…