General
Despite Tariffs, Car Dealer Inventory Grew in May
Most car brands ended May with more inventory than they had at the start, despite tariffs and threats to industry production.
Sean Tucker
General
Mercedes Recalls EVs, S-Class Over Backup Sound
Mercedes has recalled 94 vehicles because they may not sound a required beep when reversing.
Advice
Catalytic Converter Theft: Tips to Keeping Your Car Safe
Learn why thieves target catalytic converters, which vehicles are most at risk, and discover effective prevention strategies.
Luxury Midsize SUV Crossover
2026 BMW XM Comes in Single, Powerful Trim
BMW will reduce its XM high-performance SUV to a single trim level for 2026, keeping only the powerful Label edition.
Electric Vehicle
Chevy Bolt Returning for 2027
The Chevrolet Bolt will return to the market for the 2027 model year. GM buried that news in a press release about new factories this week.
General
Trade Deal Could Solve Auto Industry’s Rare Earth Problem
The U.S. and China may have struck a deal that will restore trade in rare earth minerals the auto industry needs.
Electric Vehicle
Hyundai Teases High-Performance Ioniq 6 N
Hyundai will release a far more potent version of its curvy Ioniq 6 sedan for 2026.
Electric Vehicle
Rivian Recalls 500 Vehicles Over Seat Belt Problem
Rivian has recalled 536 R1S SUVs and R1T pickups because their front seat belts may not be properly attached.
General
Access to Auto Credit Improves Modestly
It grew slightly easier for borrowers to find a new car loan in May, with lenders approving more loans but asking for higher down payments.
General
New Car Prices Stayed Almost Flat in May
The average new car buyer paid $48,799 in May, almost unchanged from April. Transaction prices were 1% higher than last May.