A list of the most reliable used cars in 2026 shouldn’t simply tell you that Toyota and Honda make dependable vehicles. You probably knew that already. The harder question is which specific used models—and which years—make the most sense to buy now. That requires more than a reliability score. A car can have an excellent … Read more
There comes a point in every enthusiast’s life when they realize that enjoying a fast car isn’t about having 800 horsepower or spending a fortune, that’s why by “fast” we’re not talking about outright top speed, which has increasingly become a marketing exercise dominated by multi-million-pound hypercars. Instead, we’re referring to the kind of acceleration … Read more
Buying the smallest car you can find isn’t necessarily the answer to city driving. A good urban car needs to be short enough for tight parking spaces, but it also needs good outward visibility, a manageable turning circle, sensible fuel consumption, and enough interior space that you don’t regret the purchase every time you leave … Read more
The best family car isn’t the one with the most seats or safety acronyms. It needs to protect rear passengers, fit child seats and cargo comfortably, and make everyday family life easier rather than simply adding size and expense. Using IIHS results alongside child-seat usability, passenger space, and real-world practicality, these are our seven standout … Read more
Some excellent cars are overlooked for reasons that have little to do with how good they actually are. Weak marketing, unusual styling, rapid depreciation, or a more popular rival can push a capable model out of buyers’ attention—and sometimes create an opportunity in the used market. The 12 cars below earn their place because they … Read more
If you’re in the market for a used car that’s gonna keep running smoothly for years, look for solid engineering, easily available parts, and models that have a good reputation for reliability. Below, we’ve put together a simple list of the most dependable used cars for 2025. We’ll also share why we think each one … Read more
The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is a first-year redesign, which normally deserves extra caution in the used market. But there is an important difference: Subaru redesigned the vehicle without replacing its familiar naturally aspirated boxer-engine/CVT formula with an entirely new powertrain. That doesn’t make the 2024 Crosstrek automatically reliable. It does mean buyers have more historical … Read more
Choosing the safest midsize SUV sounds simple: find the model with the highest safety rating and buy it. Modern crash testing makes the answer more complicated. An SUV can protect the driver extremely well yet perform less convincingly for a rear passenger. Another may have excellent crashworthiness but weaker headlights or collision-avoidance performance. And an … Read more
SUVs have become increasingly popular in the auto industry over the years. But are there really some overrated SUVs? These days, almost every carmaker—even high-end brands like Rolls-Royce and Lamborghini—includes at least one SUV in their lineup. A couple of decades ago, that idea would’ve seemed unlikely. While SUVs are often marketed as a perfect … Read more
The 2025 Subaru Crosstrek has this cool rugged look that makes it seem adventurous, even if it might not be the best off-roader. But honestly, it does a great job on dirt roads and trails, outdoing a lot of other subcompact SUVs in its range. With up to 9.3 inches of ground clearance and Subaru’s … Read more