In America, complaining about the roads and weather has become a popular pastime for many people. However, some drivers have a legitimate reason for all the bellyaching. Home Solutions conducted a recent study focusing on road safety, calculating the percentage of rough roads, annual miles driven, and fatal injuries across all 50 states. The rough

Many individuals are aware that their geographical location plays a significant role in determining their car insurance rates. However, it may come as a surprise to learn that drivers in certain states also face higher costs for collision repairs. Recent research conducted by The Dolman Law Group revealed that residents of Rhode Island pay nearly

As we approach the 10-year mark of the extensive Takata airbag recall, it is important to address ongoing concerns regarding airbag safety. The recall, which has resulted in 30 deaths worldwide and numerous injuries, has highlighted the potential dangers of faulty airbag inflators. Surprisingly, some replacement airbags that have been installed in vehicles have proven

Car insurance rates have been on the rise due to increasing severity of insurance claims in recent years. According to a recent study by LexisNexis Risk Solutions, the costs for bodily injury and property damage claims have steadily increased, leading to higher premiums. Since 2020, bodily injury claims have become 20 percent more severe, while

Ford recently donated four Mustangs to local schools in Washtenaw County to support their automotive education programs. Pioneer High School, Huron High School, South & West Washtenaw Consortium, and Washtenaw Community College each received a Mustang at an event at Gene Butman Ford in Ypsilanti. Students and teachers were thrilled to receive the cars for

There are times when catalytic converters become a common topic in the news, and unfortunately, it’s usually due to theft. These thefts can lead to expensive repair bills and leave vehicle owners feeling frustrated and vulnerable. While the rate of theft has decreased recently, there were still as many as 153,000 catalytic converters stolen in

Car owners in the U.S. continue to face rising costs when it comes to maintaining their vehicles. Motor-vehicle insurance prices saw a significant increase of 20.3% in December compared to the previous year, marking the largest jump since 1976, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This trend has persisted for 16 consecutive months, with

A Hertz EV test-drive event in Los Angeles just last July. (Getty Images) Electric vehicles were already deemed unattractive by a portion of the car-buying public. Now, their reputation could suffer another blow as rental giant Hertz offloads 20,000 of them, primarily Teslas, in favor of gas-powered cars. Hertz, the largest U.S. fleet operator of

If you’ve searched for a pre-owned vehicle, one of the key selling points often emphasized by sellers is the title status. “Clean title” cars are highly sought after, but there are other options available that come with some level of risk in exchange for a lower price. Used vehicles with branded titles typically sell for

While some of us are content with buying and selling cars frequently, most regular individuals intend to keep their vehicles for an extended period. Luckily, Consumer Reports has a wealth of data and is ready to share some of its insights on cars with exceptional longevity. Its research on the cars most likely to surpass