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Electric Cars and Plug-In Hybrids That Qualified for Federal Tax Credits

The federal EV tax credit of up to $7,500 on electric cars and plug-in hybrids expired on Sept. 30, 2025.. The changes are due to a budget reconciliation bill, also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The new and used EV tax credits were set to expire by the end of 2032, but the bill shortened the timeline.. Buyers can still claim the tax credit on eligible vehicles as long as they entered into a binding contract to purchase it and...
Posted:Wed Oct 01 14:13:37 EDT 2025

What You Need to Know About Tax Credits If You Bought a Used EV in 2025

New legislation eliminated the EV tax credit program on Sept. 30, 2025, making electric vehicle ownership more expensive. Anyone who bought an eligible used electric vehicle (EV) or plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) before then may still be able to claim a tax credit of up to $4,000. Here’s how. How Much Was the Used EV Tax Credit?. Who Qualified for a Used EV Tax Credit?. Which Cars Qualified for the Used EV Tax Credit?. Did You Have to ...
Posted:Wed Oct 01 14:10:07 EDT 2025

Everything You Need to Know About Leasing an EV or PHEV

Even though new legislation eliminated a federal tax credit of up to $7,500 on new electric vehicles bought after Sept. 30, 2025, leasing an EV still has advantages over buying.. • Because you lease only for a few years, you won’t be stuck with a car that has outdated battery technology or charging standards, as these are still rapidly evolving.. • If an automaker drops the price of a new EV by thousands of dollars overnight—a...
Posted:Wed Oct 01 13:27:17 EDT 2025

First Drive: 2025 Audi A6 E-Tron Wraps a Sleek Hatchback Body Around an Electric Powertrain

The 2025 Audi A6 Sportback E-Tron is the newest all-electric vehicle from the luxury German automaker. It is based on Audi’s updated Premium Platform Electric (PPE) platform, which the automaker shares with Porsche (both brands are owned by Volkswagen). In the case of the A6 E-Tron, that platform is wrapped in a sleek four-door bodystyle that has a sloping tailgate that opens like a hatchback. . Like the taller Q6 E-Tron SUV (read ou...
Posted:Wed Oct 01 12:02:25 EDT 2025

Talking Cars 482: Driving the 2025 Toyota 4Runner

Main Theme In this episode of the Talking Cars podcast, we discuss the redesigned sixth-generation 2025 Toyota 4Runner. Even though the outgoing generation has been around since 2010, it won over fans until the end with its relative simplicity, off-road capabilities, and reliability. . This updated, now larger 4Runner stays true to its roots as an off-road-capable SUV spun off a platform shared with the latest Land Cruiser, Tacoma, and...
Posted:Wed Oct 01 06:00:07 EDT 2025

Kia Sorento SUVs Recalled for Fire Risk

Kia is recalling nearly 40,000 Sorento LX SUVs from the 2021 through 2023 model years to replace parts within the climate control system that could catch fire. MORE ON car RECALLS What a Car Recall Notice Means and What to Do. .We Answer Your Car Recall Questions. .What to Do When There’s No Fix for Your Car’s Recall Yet. .What's Up With All The Hyundai and Kia Fires?. A wiring harness located behind the glove box may overheat and ...
Posted:Tue Sep 30 16:22:01 EDT 2025

Park These Recalled BMWs Outside Due to Fire Risk

BMW is warning owners of nearly 200,000 vehicles to park outside and away from structures until they get a free recall repair because a faulty engine starter relay may cause a fire. MORE ON SAFETY What to Do If Your Car Catches Fire. .What to Do When There’s No Fix for Your Car’s Recall. .What a Car Recall Notice Means and What to Do. .Make Sure the Used Car You Want Doesn't Have an Open Recall. The vehicles are:. • 2019-2021 BM...
Posted:Fri Sep 26 14:49:06 EDT 2025

Used Midsized Sedans With the Best Fuel Economy

Buying a well-maintained used vehicle is a smart financial decision. Used cars have gone through the most significant part of their depreciation cycle by the time they’re 5 years old. That means you’ll get many of the modern convenience and entertainment features found in brand-new models, but at a significantly lower price.. Five-year-old models were also designed and built recently enough that their performance in our tests—such...
Posted:Fri Sep 26 14:13:54 EDT 2025

Most Reliable New Cars and SUVs Under $30,000

A less expensive vehicle that’s less than reliable isn’t good for your budget, even if it’s under warranty. That’s because when the warranty ends, repair costs come out of your wallet. And that’s why we ranked the most reliable new cars and SUVs you can buy for less than $30,000. These models won’t bleed you dry at the mechanic’s shop. Small Sedans & Hatchbacks. Subcompact SUVs. Compact SUVs. Video The vehicles are ranked ...
Posted:Thu Sep 25 13:40:37 EDT 2025

Best Car Insurance Companies

Car insurance is complicated, usually expensive, and, in many states, required by law. How do you pick an insurer with coverage that’s worth its price? To help drivers choose, we rated 36 providers. Among them, just six ranked high enough to earn Consumer Reports’ recommendation.  More on Car Insurance CR's Car Insurance Ratings & Buying Guide. .Best Car Insurance Companies for Seniors. .How to Save Big on Your Car Insurance. .Will...
Posted:Thu Sep 25 06:00:47 EDT 2025

Used Compact Cars With the Best Fuel Economy

Choosing to buy a well-maintained 5-year-old used car is a safe choice because it has gone through the most significant part of depreciation. That means you’ll get many of the modern convenience, safety, and entertainment features found in brand-new models but at a lower price. Subcompact Cars. Compact Cars MORE ON USED CARS Popular Compact Cars to Avoid and What to Buy Instead. .Used Hybrid Sedans & Hatchbacks With the Best Fuel Econ...
Posted:Wed Sep 24 14:17:13 EDT 2025

Your First Car: A Beginner's Guide to Essential Car Care

Congratulations on becoming a first-time car owner! Although taking care of your new vehicle may seem overwhelming at first, you’ll be surprised at how simple and manageable basic maintenance can be.. Some tasks, such as checking tire pressure, washing the car, and installing new windshield wipers, can be easily done in your driveway or a parking lot. But more complex jobs like oil changes or brake replacements, as well as major repai...
Posted:Tue Sep 23 15:29:26 EDT 2025

Used Two-Row Midsized SUVs With the Best Fuel Economy

One way you can save money when shopping for an SUV is to focus on 5-year-old models. That’s because they’re usually new enough for you to get contemporary features and safety systems wrapped up in a body that’s styled a lot like models in a new-car showroom. Yet they’re old enough that previous owners have shouldered most of the depreciation. These vehicles typically sell for about half of what they cost when new—or even less...
Posted:Tue Sep 23 13:40:17 EDT 2025

Preview: 2026 Nissan Sentra Gets Modernized With New Look, More Tech

The 2026 Nissan Sentra finally brings one of CR’s Top Picks into the 2020s, for better and for worse. The model now offers an active driving assistance system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and larger dual 12.3-inch screens that feel like they belong in the current year. The antiquated foot-operated parking brake is gone as well, replaced by an electric one on the center console. . Unfortunately, part of that modernization...
Posted:Tue Sep 23 09:00:04 EDT 2025

Car Insurance Companies With the Smallest Increase in Premiums

Car insurance premiums are going up across the U.S. This trend is being driven by the rising cost of vehicle repairs and replacements, along with car thefts and risks from severe weather. In a 2024 national survey of U.S.-based 40,566 auto insurance policyholders by Consumer Reports, 60 percent said their premiums had increased in the past year. Rate hikes were more common among older adults, white and Hispanic policyholders, and those ...
Posted:Mon Sep 22 13:30:06 EDT 2025