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These Car Insurance Companies Are The Best At Settling Claims, According To Consumer Reports

staff@jalopnik.com (Logan K. Carter) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:25:00 +0000

Consumer Reports surveyed over 40,000 car insurance policyholders across the United States to compile this list.

These Car Brands Have The Longest Warranties In America

staff@jalopnik.com (Ivo Gievski) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Modern cars are packed with tech that makes repairs expensive. We've identified the longest warranties on the market to protect your investment long-term.

Beware Of These 8 Used Cars Known For Their Transmission Problems

staff@jalopnik.com (Josh West) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Not all transmissions are created equal. Here's a look at some of the most notorious examples of systems that have left owners dealing with major repairs.

Ayrton Senna's First F1 Car Will Be Auctioned Off This Month

staff@jalopnik.com (Ryan Erik King) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:24:03 +0000

Senna raced the Toleman TG183B-05 in the four opening rounds of the 1984 season in Brazil, South Africa, Belgium and San Marino.

I'm A High Schooler Looking For A Cheap Project Car! What Should I Buy?

staff@jalopnik.com (Tom McParland) — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Xavier lives in Michigan and, unlike most high-school kids he wants to deep dive into a project car. With a budget of $5,000, what car should he buy?

Why Some Automakers Don't Care That You Hate Subscriptions

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:18:54 +0000

An overwhelming majority of Americans hate subscriptions. Nevertheless, some automakers persist in the face of all this adversity.

At $5,500, Is This 2018 Jaguar XE 2.5T Premium An Unexpected Bargain?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:25:00 +0000

How much bravery is required, to take on a low-cost Jag?

Surely All 14 Previous Owners Took Special Care Of This $49,500 Nissan GT-R

staff@jalopnik.com (Collin Woodard) — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:25:00 +0000

I'm not going to pretend it looks like it just rolled out of the showroom, but for a 122,000-mile GT-R owned by over a dozen people, it looks pretty good.

Consumer Reports Says EV Reliability Is Still A Problem For These Reasons

staff@jalopnik.com (Eugene Buono) — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:25:00 +0000

In many ways, electric cars are less complicated than combustion-powered vehicles, so that should make them more reliable, right? Not necessarily.

This Home-Brew Chevy TrailBlazer Convertible Is The Mullet Of Cars

staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:05:00 +0000

Of course, this TrailBlazer isn't perfect, but its close enough.

These Are Consumer Reports' Top Truck And SUV Tire Picks For 2026

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:25:00 +0000

Which SUV and truck tires are actually worth the money? We looked at CR's test results to find the best all-season, all-terrain, and winter tires for 2026.

Is There A Difference Between Stealth And Satin Paint Protection Film?

staff@jalopnik.com (Kiran Menon) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

You've heard that there are satin, matte, and stealth paint protection films. But is there really a difference, or do brands use these terms interchangeably?

Used Plug-In Hybrids Are The Unexpected Solution To Both Rising Gas And Car Prices

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:25:00 +0000

Getting a new car can put a huge dent in your wallet, and climbing gas prices can be an even bigger issue. That's why a plug-in hybrid might be the best choice.

Consumer Reports May Like These Hybrids, But Won't Recommend Them For Saving Gas

staff@jalopnik.com (Chloe Clougher) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:25:00 +0000

Buying a hybrid might sound like a surefire way of saving money on gas, but Consumer Reports says you might want to think twice before taking delivery.

Who Makes Costco's Kirkland Motor Oil?

staff@jalopnik.com (Alvin Reyes) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 11:05:00 +0000

Costco is one of those places where you can get almost anything for your car, including motor oil. But is Kirkland Signature oil any good, and who makes it?

Here's How Much A 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Has Depreciated In 5 Years

staff@jalopnik.com (Dave Goldberg) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:05:00 +0000

The average car depreciates by around 42% over five years, but Toyotas are known for retaining their value well. Is the 2021 Corolla Hatchback an exception?

Are Cars Really Cheaper In America Than Europe?

staff@jalopnik.com (Marko Mikulic) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 02:25:00 +0000

Car prices vary widely around the world, and the same vehicle can rack up huge disparities from country to country. Where does the buying advantage lie?

A P-Pump Conversion Kit Could Be The Answer To Upping Your 24V Diesel Cummins' Power

staff@jalopnik.com (Charles Krome) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 01:25:00 +0000

If you want to squeeze more power out of a 24-valve diesel Cummins engine, you might want to change out its fuel-injection pump with the P-pump conversion kit.

11 Supercars With Mind-Boggling Torque Specs

staff@jalopnik.com (Ivo Gievski) — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:45:00 +0000

Supercars are known for their extreme speed and sleek style, but plenty of them also have incredible torque potential. Here are 11 with excellent numbers.

Does The Difference Between 87 And 88 Octane Even Matter?

staff@jalopnik.com (Alvin Reyes) — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0000

88 octane fuel has been making the rounds recently. But just how much does it matter compared to the usual 87 octane fuel many cars use today?