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  • Edmunds compares Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Cadillac Escalade

    May 25, 2022 - 3:22 AM

    Jeep has come out with a new three-row large SUV, the Grand Wagoneer. It dusts off a nameplate not used since the early 1990s and stands as the brand’s most expensive and luxurious model. Immense power, impressive technology and a premium cabin are the highlights rather than Jeep’s typical trail-busting capabilities.

  • Edmunds: 5 hidden automotive gems that no one buys

    July 12, 2023 - 3:45 AM

    In the new car market, there exist some hidden gems — excellent vehicles with a lot to offer that are overlooked by many shoppers. These vehicles provide a distinct combination of qualities that make them an attractive choice. They may be underappreciated because of branding misconceptions or vehicle type or overshadowed by popular models, but they can potentially please savvy shoppers who want to stand out from the usual mainstream choices.

  • Edmunds: 2022 Rivian R1T vs 2022 Ram 1500

    April 20, 2022 - 5:58 AM

    Electrified vehicles are indiscriminate in their automotive expansion. First, it was hatchbacks and sedans, then SUVs. Next up: the pickup. Electric variants of light-duty pickups are being developed by a number of automakers, but there’s one electric truck that’s already on sale: the all-new Rivian R1T.

  • Edmunds: What actions can void your new car warranty?

    March 16, 2022 - 5:09 AM

    A new car limited warranty, sometimes called a “bumper-to-bumper” warranty, is a contract between the vehicle owner and the automaker. It promises to take care of any applicable repairs provided that the owner properly maintains the vehicle. But like most contracts, a warranty can be broken if one person doesn’t hold up his or her end of the bargain. That’s why it’s important to know what circumstances can void that coverage.

  • Airlines cite concerns about fuel shortages at some airports

    July 27, 2021 - 3:31 AM

    FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — The fuel needle is moving closer to “empty” at some U.S. airports.

  • EU fines 4 German car makers $1B over emission collusion

    July 08, 2021 - 4:08 AM

    BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union handed down $1 billion in fines to four major German car manufacturers Thursday, saying they colluded to limit the development and rollout of car emission-control systems.

  • Amtrak plan to replace dozens of aging trains: cost $7.3B

    July 07, 2021 - 10:57 AM

    DETROIT (AP) — Amtrak plans to spend $7.3 billion to replace 83 passenger trains, some nearly a half-century old, though much of the funding must still be approved by Congress.

  • Edmunds: Consider leasing when new car prices soar

    June 09, 2021 - 3:57 AM

    New and used car prices remain high as a global semiconductor chip shortage, combined with increased consumer demand, has caused a shortage of vehicles on dealer lots. The situation is expected to last many months, making it hard on people who are in need of a car today.

  • Edmunds: Five fuel-efficient used car picks under $25,000

    May 26, 2021 - 4:36 AM

    The price of gasoline is up more than a dollar on average in the last 12 months, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Used car prices are also up nearly 25%, partly due to a lack of inventory on the used market. This combination might make you more inclined to seek out a fuel-efficient vehicle for your next purchase.

  • Ford's big bet: Fans of F-150 pickup will embrace electric

    May 20, 2021 - 4:13 PM

    PITTSFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — On the outside, the electric version of Ford's F-150 pickup looks much like its wildly popular gas-powered version. Yet the resemblance is deceiving. With its new battery-powered truck, Ford is making a costly bet that buyers will embrace a vehicle that would help transform how the world drives.
  • iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
    Following are emailed reader responses to stories or letters to the editor for the third week of April 2024. They have been edited slightly for readability.  Got something you want to add? Send an email to editor Marshall Jones at mjo

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