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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.
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BMW to Raise Most Prices July 1
BMW will raise prices on most of its 2026 lineup by between $1,100 and $2,500 on July 1. Prices will not change on 2025 models.
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Rare Earth Mineral Fight Disrupting Car Production
Trade fights over rare earth minerals threaten to halt car production. We explore the issue and its impact on new cars.
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Apple CarPlay to Get Free Upgrades
Apple used its WWDC event this week to show off upgrades to CarPlay, including a call notification that doesn’t block the map.
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2025 Kia Sorento vs. 2025 Toyota Highlander Comparison
The 2025 Kia Sorento and 2025 Toyota Highlander are practical midsize 3-row SUVs with slightly different virtues. See which one is right for you.
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Number of Cars Shipped to U.S. Drops
Automakers shipped about 9% fewer cars to the U.S. this May than last, according to a new trade analysis.
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Wholesale Used Car Prices Dropped in May
America’s car dealers paid less for used cars at auction in May than they did in April, a sign that retail prices will likely come down soon.
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Ford Recalls Maverick Trucks Over Airbag Lights
Ford has recalled 63,898 Maverick pickups because a light that indicates whether their passenger airbags are working can be dislodged.
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Let’s Take a Look Inside the 2025 Lexus GX
The 2025 Lexus GX offers rugged off-road capability with a luxury interior space. Let’s take a closer look at what you’ll find inside.
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Report: Fewer New Cars Coming
A new report says automakers could debut just 159 cars over the next four years, down from 200 over the last four.