2+ hour, 29+ min ago (593+ words) Not all hybrid cars are created equal. While some models offer excellent fuel efficiency, reliability and performance, others fall short. With so many options, it can be tough to separate the good from not-as-good. Discover More: Auto Experts Say Stop Buying These 4 Hybrid Cars Immediately Read Next: 6 Safe Accounts Proven To Grow Your Money Up To 13x Faster The seven models covered in this article, despite their eco-friendly appeal, have demonstrated various issues that potential buyers should be aware of " and possibly just avoid. Also, check out the four best hybrid vehicles for frugal budgets here. The 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid is a fuel-efficient SUV that offers great fuel economy, but it has also been reported to have a few significant issues. The SUV's transmission is one of the most commonly reported problems. Owners have reported experiencing rough, abrupt shifting and some…...

3+ hour, 20+ min ago (657+ words) Finding a good car on the cheap these days is like the proverbial needle in a haystack. There's no shortage of cars on the market " used and new " but the price tags can be well north of the average consumer's budget. Inflation is also casting a shadow over spending; the economic climate is forcing prospective car owners to recalibrate the definition of affordability. Buicks are known for their pocket-friendly and reliable nature, and that hasn't changed even with rising MSRPs across the board. That's particularly surprising in the case of the 2025 Buick Envista. Sporty-looking SUVs don't usually sell cheaply, but the base trim of the Envista starts at around $25,000, and the priciest comes in at just under 30 grand. There's a noticeable delay when you step on the gas, so maneuvers like overtaking can feel far more calculated than necessary. However,…...

16+ hour, 25+ min ago (441+ words) The Ford Maverick is a relatively new pickup truck. Some might wonder how reliable it manages to be, and luckily for them, Consumer Reports has the answer. The Ford Maverick helped relaunch the compact pickup category when it debuted for the 2022 model year. While its original $22,470 sticker price is a distant memory, this truck is still the Blue Oval's entry-level model with a base MSRP just around $29,000. To call the Maverick successful is an understatement; in 2024, Ford sold over 131,000 units, more than the Bronco, Bronco Sport, Expedition, Mustang Mach-E, and Ranger. This success began early, too, as we reported in 2022 that the Ford Maverick was destroying the Hyundai Santa Cruz in sales. Given Ford's record-setting number of recalls, it's reasonable to wonder about the Maverick's reliability. After all, the model years with a conventional gas engine have been hit with…...

21+ hour, 5+ min ago (711+ words) There are some Japanese car brands that are respected for their reliability and performance. However, there is one you might want to steer clear of. While some could argue that Japanese car brands overall may have fallen a bit from their 1980s and 1990s period of industry dominance, the major players like Toyota and Honda for the most part, continue to deliver on their reputations. They regularly top the sales charts and have happy, loyal customers. Even the smaller Japanese brands like Subaru and Mazda have done well in establishing their own identities and building loyal customer bases. But that's not the case for every Japanese brand selling cars in America right now. Mitsubishi - the once proud and ambitious Japanese car brand now seems to be hanging on by a thread, especially in America. It's a brand that continues to suffer through…...

22+ hour, 20+ min ago (505+ words) A larger car can be great for big families and serious travelers alike. While one popular vehicle may be decent on gas, the hassle might not be worth it. The SUV class is among the most popular vehicle types in the nation, but that doesn't mean every SUV is reliable or worth buying. Consumer Reports (CR) collects data on just about everything to provide consumers with the details they need to make informed decisions before buying products, including vehicles. And according to a recent CR video, one popular SUV that's actually one of the least reliable new cars on the market is the Ford Escape Hybrid. The 2025 model year scored a mere 21 out of 100 on CR's predicted reliability scale " a rating largely based on the performance of 2022 and 2023 model years. The Escape Hybrid only beat out four other cars by…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago (571+ words) You might think a car that's less than two years old would be fairly low maintenance, but one SUV has disproven that notion time and time again. Money Digest and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. Pricing and availability are subject to change. Choosing the right vehicle takes research, and for most shoppers, reliability is a major factor at play when it comes to selecting the right set of wheels. Consumer Reports (CR) is one of the most well-respected product reviewers online, and regularly reports on the most reliable and best-selling vehicles on the market. Of course, not all its reviews are positive. Recently, CR noted that a well-known luxury vehicle is lacking in reliability despite the fact that it still sells pretty well. Based largely on data from past year models, CR predicts the Lincoln Nautilus…...

1+ day, 15+ hour ago (407+ words) Going by KBB fair purchase price numbers and used vehicle listings, we've identified five great Lexus vehicles that you can own for less than $20,000. Now, not all of these will be exciting cars to drive, but they're almost guaranteed to offer you a much fancier experience than any of the cheapest new cars'available for the same amount of money. The Lexus UX debuted for the 2019 model year as something of a continuation of the old CT 200h, at least in its ethos: the CT 200h was the most affordable Lexus when it debuted in 2011, and the UX was much the same, with prices in the low-to-mid-$30,000s.'The next closest (and formerly cheapest) model was its bigger brother, the NX, with prices closer to $40,000. Those interested in a cheap luxury small crossover will be pleased to know that both the UX 200 and 250h can…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago (1747+ words) SUVs are supposed to be the benchmark for reliability and saftey, but some from Jeep, Honda, and more suffer from a high number of recalls and complaints. Money Digest and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. Pricing and availability are subject to change. So, you've paid a fortune for a new SUV only to drive it off the lot, leave the dealer's sight, and hear sharp clicking noises. Then you mash the throttle, and the engine gasps for breath, lacking the push to merge onto the freeway. And no, the metallic click isn't your house keys rattling in the console cubby. It's because that lavish SUV came with a factory problem. How frustrating. Sometimes, these "minor" issues are just squeaky brakes, a loose trim, or maybe an untorqued bolt. But other times they're as serious as an…...

2+ day, 3+ hour ago (712+ words) What's surprising is how sharply this decline contrasts with its rivals. Competing three-row SUVs from Japan and Korea typically hold their value far better thanks to stronger reliability ratings, lower ownership costs, and higher used-market demand. For buyers, that difference can translate into thousands of dollars lost, or saved, over the life of the vehicle. We explain why this particular SUV depreciates so quickly, how its closest competitors manage to retain their worth, and which models deliver the best long-term value. If you want an SUV that protects your investment, understanding these trends is essential before making your next move. While not the most expensive mid-size SUV, the Durango isn't on the cheap side either. What makes its price a harder pill to swallow, though, is the fact that it's so outdated. There were reports that the American automaker would…...

2+ day, 4+ hour ago (856+ words) Can pickup trucks get any larger? They've ballooned in size the last few years, becoming conspicuous behemoths on the road. They're expensive too, with some pickups priced in the six-figure realm. Bigger may not mean more desirable, though. A "white space" has emerged in the traditional truck market, and more automakers are taking notice. "What we used to call a compact or small truck is now a midsize that absolutely dwarfs the new crop of compact trucks," Ed Loh, head of editorial at MotorTrend, told ABC News. "People want smaller trucks." Loh pointed to the bestselling Ford Maverick, a compact truck that launched in 2021 and quickly gained a loyal following. The Maverick, which is available in five trims, costs less than $29,000 for the XL model, hauls 1,500 lbs and tows up to 4,000 lbs. It also delivers 42 mpg, an anomaly for a…...