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While introducing its new Apple Business platform this week, Apple announced that sponsored search results will appear on Apple Maps this summer, on April 14. That's annoying news, but there's one silver lining to the cloud of capitalism: Apple will not be adding sponsored results to searches when using CarPlay, only for Maps users on iOS and iPadOS. At least, that's the good news for now; who knows when Apple will start making in-car navigation another place from which to draw ad revenue? Apple

A Quiet Italian Name Ferrari and Lamborghini usually get all the attention when it comes to Italian cars – maybe even Lancia, which has been trying to revive itself recently. However, there are other names from Italy that deserve attention. We're talking about the lesser-known brand called Iso Rivolta, and in various shapes, names, and forms, the automaker has been around since 1938. By the mid-1970s, Iso Rivolta had mostly disappeared from the scene – that’s until 2019 when the brand joined for

After growing nearly eightfold between 2019 and 2023, demand for battery-electric vehicles flattened out last year, then took a dive off a cliff after federal tax credits phased out at the end of September. That’s sent an array of automakers scrambling to rethink their EV programs and, by Autoblog’s count, at least 18 brands have now decided to drop existing models, scrap upcoming plans or, at the least, stretch their launches out, hoping to see demand rebound.

Californians are used to high gas prices. The state has a high cost of living, and its driving culture almost demands that you have your own vehicle to get by. Most fill their tank without thinking twice about what they’re spending; it’s just a way of life out west. Many do consider how much they’re spending, though. Even if you’re not deeply concerned about how much it costs to fill up, knowing where to get the best gas prices is handy anyway. You never know, maybe one of these stations is one

With slowing inflation being credited, in part, to lower gas prices, it can seem as though the price you pay at the pump has never been lower. For many states, that’s somewhat true. Gas prices in several Midwest and southern states have dropped dramatically in the past few months; while not at record lows (we still remember when gas in the Midwest was around $0.65 per gallon), gas is noticeably cheaper in February 2026. Some states don’t have it so good. Out west, gas prices remain high, and whi

In the United States, most vehicles run on gas. Whether they are powered by full internal combustion engines or hybrid powertrains, data show that over 90% of cars sold in the US last year were gas-powered. With EV federal tax credits expiring and fewer fully electric vehicles in production this year, gas prices are critical for most drivers.  We dove through the data from dozens of sources to find where gas prices are the lowest right now. While our list of places with the highest gas prices ha

With the 2026 spring and summer driving season approaching, most of us are anticipating higher gas prices. While California drivers are already feeling the squeeze of $4.50-per-gallon averages, there’s a massive swath of the country where pump prices are still affordable. Whether you're piloting a traditional ICE vehicle or a fuel-sipping hybrid, knowing where the bargains are can save you a bundle on your next cross-country trek. We’ve combed through the latest market data and reporting to find

Lexus was seriously lacking a proper three-row crossover in its lineup until the TX arrived in 2023. With a third row that’s big enough for adults and more luxury than the Toyota Grand Highlander with which it shares a platform, the TX has been a success. In the first three quarters of 2025, Lexus has sold nearly 40,000 of them, a year-on-year increase of over 85%. If you want to get behind the wheel of a TX, Lexus is currently running lease deals on two variants—but these expire soon, so you’ll

If the new year has endowed you with the desire to buy a new car that is both good to drive and won't break the bank, but you're not sure what to get, perhaps this list will help. U.S. News & World Report has announced the winners of its 2026 Best Cars for the Money Awards, and with the categories now spanning 20 different categories, up from 13 in 2025, there's something for every lifestyle, even as the average new car price hovers around the $50,000 mark. Without any further ado, let's see

A Growing List of Bad Habits Distracted driving is commonly associated with texting behind the wheel. But a survey from Mercury Insurance suggests there are all kinds of distracted driving behaviors across the U.S., grouped into playful “profile type” categories that may be easier to remember. Some of these include the Social Butterfly and Daydreamer. The survey noted that identifying the type of distracted driving habit a driver may have could help address it and, ultimately, reduce the risk of

Cheap gas is something almost every driver seeks out weekly, if not daily. Those with longer commutes are even more sensitive to gas pricing and are often willing to go slightly out of their way to save on gas. The same can be said for those with large, gas-guzzling trucks and SUVs - price matters. But where can you go for the cheapest gas? We dug through publicly available sources and user-generated reports on where the cheapest gas is in the United States. You might even be surprised by which

Redefining the Lens The six category winners of this year’s Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) have been announced. Before anything else, it’s worth emphasizing that there is no such thing as a “woman’s car” – a point the awarding body itself has long maintained. Rather, the jury is composed entirely of women, giving them a voice in what has traditionally been a male-dominated industry. Now in its 15th edition, this year’s category winners are the Nissan Leaf (Compact Car), Škoda Elroq (

Hanging in There It wasn't that long ago when the American market had loads of hatchback choices. But today, there aren't a lot of options to go around. Heck, the entire subcompact hatchback segment is dead in America, essentially succeeded by subcompact crossovers that, let's be honest, don't offer that much of a space advantage. At least the compact hatch class is still hanging in there. Granted, it's slimmer pickings now, but the ones left are actually the ones really worth considering. So be

We're getting silly numbers out of cars these days. We have boosted four-bangers and hard-charging turbocharged V8s on top of modern hybrids that can put out decent numbers without sacrificing efficiency. Simply put, we're getting more power with smaller engines and electrification. That puts V12s in a precarious position. It could be said that having that many cylinders has become pointless, but it's all the more reason we're glad some remain. With that, here are the few V12s you can still buy

Reliability has always been a top consideration for car buyers when choosing their next vehicle. A dependable car allows owners to keep it longer without the hassle of frequent repairs, saving both time and money. Thanks to iSeeCars, prospective buyers shopping this year can now get an idea of which newer models offer strong reliability without breaking the bank. The research website based its list on odometer readings from more than 400 million used vehicles, while pricing data was analyzed fro

Purchasing a satisfying car is one thing, but a bad dealer experience can quickly turn owners off a specific brand. To see which automakers deliver the best dealer service, the results of the JD Power 2026 U.S. Customer Service Index (CSI) Study have just been released. Overall dealer satisfaction increased in this year’s study, which is based on responses from 51,228 verified registered owners and lessees of vehicles between 1 to 3 years of age. Porsche and Mini topped the premium and mass-mar

Laying down your hard-earned cash on almost any new car comes with the inherent knowledge that it’s going to start losing value from day one. Unless you’re lucky enough to be spending big bucks on some kind of ultra-limited hypercar that might actually go up in value, then depreciation is just a fact of life. There are ways of minimizing the hit you take on depreciation though, as market analyst iSeeCars has just revealed the results of its latest study into the cars that lose the least and most

The Speed Camera That Waits For the longest time, apps like Waze available on Apple CarPlay have been used not only for navigation, but also to warn drivers about speed cameras – essentially prompting them to slow down or risk a ticket. That, however, may no longer be effective in certain parts of Colorado, as the state’s new automated vehicle identification systems (AVIS) base enforcement on a driver’s average speed. This type of enforcement under the Colorado Speed Enforcement program uses cam

A railroad speeder is one of those little tiny cars that ran on the train track back in the day to do repairs, check on track conditions, etc. Remember the ones in cartoons where two guys were hand cranking one to get it to cruise down the tracks? That’s a speeder, except later models actually had engines and could cruise down the tracks at speed. In the 1980 and 1990s speeders went away as the railroads changed over to road rail vehicles, which are those pickup trucks with the narrow wheels and

Dreams on Four Wheels Some are not as interested in concept cars, preferring to wait for the actual road-going model before paying them much attention. Others find them fascinating because they offer a glimpse of what the brand’s future may look like. For automakers, meanwhile, concept cars provide room to experiment with different ideas, some of which can eventually influence their production lineup. Rolls-Royce, the British luxury marque known for its bespoke approach to individualization, is

Performance Icon Subaru's claim to fame would be its performance-oriented reputation. Starting as rugged, dependable, and unbreakable cars, quickly translated into success in the world of motorsports, particularly rallying. While the Symmetrical AWD system is a feat of engineering, another aspect Subaru really leaned into is the perfection of the Boxer engine layout. Boxer engines aid handling and stability; the flat construction and lower placement in the engine bay help lower the car's overall

Many people have a romantic notion of collecting an older car, restoring it, and enjoying it. In many cases, they also hope to sell it on for a profit as it becomes more collectible. Sadly, once they get that mass of metal and rust into their garage, many realize that it can be remarkably hard to "flip" the vehicle. Not only that: not many know the joys of smelling exhaust, oil, and gasoline as they drive. Modern cars (usually) don't smell that way. In addition, these older classic vehicles are

As vehicle technologies become more advanced, new opportunities arise for thieves to steal and sell expensive car parts. The latest, and unfortunate, trend involves expensive radar sensors. Auto body experts are warning that thefts of these parts are on the rise, not helped by the fact that radar sensors are easy to steal on many new cars. They’ve also shared guidance on how owners of these parts can install a metal radar protector relatively cheaply, which ends up costing far less than replacin

High-End Theft Made Easy For years, modern car theft has been tied to relay attacks, signal amplification, and electronic exploits targeting brands like BMW, Land Rover, and Mercedes-Benz. All that high-tech, movie-style stuff you’d expect. This case, reported by WKMG News6 in Orlando, shows a far simpler method. Authorities say five suspects managed to steal 33 high-end vehicles worth over $2 million simply by opening unlocked cars and finding the keys inside. The investigation, which ran for n

Formula 1 fans around the world are heartbroken alongside the Bianchi family this week. Jules Bianchi's father, Philippe, revealed on Facebook that thieves have stolen the last go-kart his son ever raced. Jules had a monumentous impact on motorsport and was the godfather of Charles LeClerc years before he became an F1 driver. While motorsport has changed dramatically over the past two decades, the foundations of most great drivers still begin in karting. Such was the case with Jules, too. This