Joe Biden’s progressive campaign promises prove he’s bullish on the power of EVs to make a difference in the fight against climate change, but having the right attitude won’t make them just happen. Giving the president-elect tailwinds are a slew of new electric vehicles (among them the GMC Hummer EV, …
Read More »Quickest Used Cars Under $10,000: Window Shop with Car and Driver
If you’re the type who lives one quarter-mile at a time, this week’s Window Shop episode is definitely for you. Acceleration is king this week and episode 32’s challenge is simple: scour the internet for the fastest accelerating car for less than $ 10,000. All we’re concerned with is zero-to-60 …
Read More »EPA Ranges of 2021 Polestar 2, Volvo XC40 Recharge Both under 250 Miles
Marc UrbanoCar and Driver The 2021 Polestar 2 EV falls short of its previously estimated 250 miles of range with an EPA-rated 233 miles, while the EPA says the 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge will get 208 miles of range. During Car and Driver highway testing, the Polestar 2 traveled 190 …
Read More »Hyundai Announces Plans for Three EVs under New Ioniq Brand
Hyundai is breaking out its Ioniq name into a sub-brand for electric vehicles. The automaker plans to introduce three Ioniq electric vehicles in the coming years: the Ioniq 5 in early 2021, the Ioniq 6 in 2022, and the Ioniq 7 in early 2024. These forthcoming electric vehicles will play …
Read More »Commentary: How picking its preferred accounting rules lets a lender sweep losses under rug
It’s no secret that lenders are facing enormous losses thanks to the pandemic stopping the economy dead in its tracks. What’s interesting is the lengths they’ll go to make the dire problem seemingly disappear. Exhibit A: Credit Acceptance Corp., which makes car loans to borrowers with poor credit histories. Because …
Read More »Safe used cars for teens can be had for under $20,000
The safest cars don’t need to be expensive and teen drivers don’t need to be driving old beaters, according to a new survey. The IIHS teamed up with Consumer Reports to develop a list of the 65 safest cars that are valued between $ 5,300 and $ 19,600. This is …
Read More »10 Best SUVs Under $50,000
A good SUV doesn’t have to cost you over $ 50,000. Some of the most efficient and stylish models can be purchased well below that marker. You can save yourself thousands of dollars to put toward road trip adventures when you purchase a cheaper SUV with just as many perks …
Read More »2021 Corvette stays under $60,000 and earns its racing stripes
The 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray has the same starting price of $ 59,995 as when the redesigned C8 mid-engine Vette launched for 2020. The 2021 Corvette convertible also stays the same at $ 67,495, including destination, the automaker announced Wednesday. For the same price as 2020, the 2021 mid-engine Vette …
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