Category: Autos
Is your car totaled? It varies by state
A car is typically considered totaled when the insurance company determines it will cost more to repair than the vehicle is worth. Beyond that, states have …
What to look for when buying a used car
New cars lose a significant portion of their value the minute you drive them off the lot, and they cost more money. Anyone who opts …
Finally, some good news: Gas prices lower this holiday season than last year
The Fill-Er-Up Forecast The average price per unleaded gallon of gas has now dropped to $3.329, down from an average of $3.343 per gallon this …
World’s first solar car coming to US for $6,250
A cheap solar-powered car roughly the size of a golf cart is coming to the U.S. The U.S. launch of the Squad solar electric city car will take place …
These are the most stolen cars in America
The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) has released its annual Hot Wheels report which details the most stolen vehicle models in the United States. Technology has reduced car theft over …
These 15 states have the worst roads in America
State and local governments spend billions each year on road maintenance and operations, but does it amount to better roads for taxpayers? MoneyGeek analyzed data from …
Are you losing your right to get car repairs wherever you want?
Are drivers losing the ability to decide where to get their cars fixed? That’s what proponents of right to repair legislation believe. They say automakers …
The cars that show up most often in horror movies
From epic car chases to lone killers in the rearview mirror, cars feature heavily in Hollywood horror movies. But have you ever stopped to think about …
The states with the most car accidents may surprise you
Most Americans need to drive on a regular basis, whether it’s to work, to the grocery store, to see family and friends, or all of the …
Biden’s new electric vehicle tax credits, explained
The Inflation Reduction Act will replace current EV tax credits with new ones, but there are some confusing limitations and timelines to sort through. President …
Study shows vehicles with most expensive maintenance
The costs of owning a car continue far past the date of purchase. Based on the latest study on driving costs by the American Automobile …
The best drivers live in these states, research shows
Rates of reckless driving behavior have risen dramatically across the country during the past two years with few signs of slowing down.1 While such elevated rates started …
The fastest way to your new electric vehicle: Convert your gas guzzler
It’s a classic dilemma faced by car shoppers: Buy new, or buy used? But as climate change fuels the popularity of electric vehicles and the …
How to keep your old car from becoming a money pit
Worried about your car becoming a money pit? A money pit is something that drains your financial resources. Some money pits are well-known. One is …
The ultimate cross-country road trip for electric car drivers
Believe it or not, you can get across the United States in an electric vehicle (EV). The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has created “alternative fuel …
Brace yourself: Inflation is coming for your car insurance
In 2020, at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many Americans were pleasantly surprised when car insurance companies began issuing refunds on insurance premiums. More people staying home …
July 4 week could be deadliest of the year for drivers
Drunk driving remains a significant problem throughout the country. But certain days are more dangerous on the roads than others. MoneyGeek analyzed historical data from …
Here’s how much that dream exotic car will cost you
You’ve probably imagined yourself behind the wheel of a Lamborghini, cruising in a Maserati, or putting the pedal to the metal in a red Ferrari. Exotic …
America’s most dangerous highways for summer travelers
Summer is usually the perfect opportunity to go on a long drive with the windows down and the radio on. With COVID-19 still surging in the …
Gas prices soar to a new high in the US … again
Americans are plagued by inflation in many different way, but gas prices must be one of the worst headaches. The price of one gallon of …
The most popular luxury car in every state
If you’ve reached a point in your financial life where you can afford your dream car, congratulations! But now that you have the cash stashed away, …
This grandma converted an old Honda into an electric car & we’re obsessed
A New Zealand grandma has found a way to be the change she wants to see in the world. Sixty-three-year-old Rosemary Penwarden converted an …
These RVs are perfect for summer travel
When it comes to travel trailers, there are a lot of different brands on the market. This article will discuss 10 of the best travel trailer …
Why experts say distracted drivers are the ‘second pandemic’ of the 2020s
While the pandemic has made many people more careful evaluators of risk, one everyday activity (driving) has quietly become more dangerous over the past two …
Here’s where people are paying the most for gasoline
The price of gasoline in the United States is climbing once more as markets remain in turmoil following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Additionally, the Biden administration’s embargo …
Here’s where people pay the most for car insurance
To legally drive in most states, you need to have car insurance, with the minimum amount determined by your state of residence. We should really refer …
The real reason men pay more for car insurance
Unfortunately, in the U.S., there’s no federal legislation mandating equal rights for all U.S. citizens regardless of gender, as the Equal Rights Amendment has yet …
Can you afford a classic car?
Most people buy cars for practical purposes. They need transportation to get to and from work and to run errands around town. But for classic car …
Electric cars: Good for environment, bad for taxpayers?
You can save a lot of money by switching to a battery electric vehicle (BEV): up to $14,500 over 15 years in lower fuel costs, according …
This is the worst state for electric car owners
Even as the recent spike in gas prices reinvigorated American interest in electric vehicles (EVs), the U.S. automotive industry and federal agencies under the Biden administration had already …
