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.
General
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.
Sports Car
Mazda Recalls MX-5 Over Traction Control Problem
Mazda has recalled 12,244 MX-5 Miatas because a light may not always indicate that their traction and stability control systems are active.
Subcompact SUV Crossover
A Look Inside the 2025 Mazda CX-30
The 2025 Mazda CX-30 provides big value as well as big style. Let’s take a look at what you’ll find inside.
General
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.
General
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.
Midsize SUV Crossover
Ford Shuffles 2025 Bronco Prices, Cuts Raptor by $10,000
Ford has shuffled prices on its 2025 Bronco SUV, raising some trim levels and reducing others. The rare Raptor gets a $10,000 cut.
Luxury Midsize SUV Crossover
Lincoln Recalls Nautilus Over Blank Displays
Lincoln has issued a recall for 30,679 Nautilus SUVs because their display screens can reboot while driving.
Advice
Electronic Stability Control: Everything You Need to Know
Electronic stability control (ESC) helps keep your vehicle on course, prevents skidding, and enhances safety. Learn how ESC works, when it activates, and what the warning light means for your car.