Cars
Car shopping, simplified: the best affordable SUVs, top family cars, and value-first picks you can feel good about.
Your Car is Making You Sick: How Poor Ergonomics Cost Me $3,200 in Physical Therapy
Poor car ergonomics cost Americans billions in medical bills annually, yet simple seat adjustments can prevent most problems for under $200.
Why Your Family Car is Making You Sick (And How to Fix It for Under $100)
UCLA research shows car interiors can be 15 times more polluted than outside air. Here's how to fix your family's car air quality for under $100.
Why Your 'Reliable' Toyota Camry Is Actually Costing You $3,000 More Than Expected
That reliable Toyota Camry costs $41,847 over five years, not just the $25,295 sticker price. Here's how to calculate the real cost of car ownership.
The Hidden Health Costs of Budget Cars: Why Spending $3,000 More Upfront Saves You $15,000 Later
Buying the cheapest car often costs thousands more in repairs, lost wages, and health problems. Here's how spending $3,000 more upfront saves you $15,000 later.
Why Your Next Car Should Be an Electric SUV (Even If You're a Gas Die-Hard)
Electric SUVs can slash your transportation costs by $2,000+ yearly while reducing the daily stress of volatile gas prices and frequent maintenance.
The Hidden Maintenance Costs That Make 'Reliable' Cars Expensive
The gap between luxury and mainstream car ownership costs has narrowed dramatically, and the math might surprise you when you factor in real-world maintenance, warranties, and total ownership expenses.
Why Your Car's Air Quality Is Worse Than Your Living Room (And What It Costs You)
Poor car air quality costs families $600-1,200 yearly in health expenses, but a $15 cabin filter change can dramatically improve your vehicle's air and your wallet.
The Hidden Health Costs of Your Daily Commute (And 3 Cars That Fight Back)
Your daily commute quietly sabotages your health through stress, poor ergonomics, and air pollution. Here are three cars under $35K that actively fight back against commute-related health problems.
Why Your Next Car Should Be a Manual: The Hidden Financial and Health Benefits Nobody Talks About
Manual transmissions can save you $800-$1,200 upfront plus thousands in maintenance costs over the life of your car, while providing unexpected health and safety benefits.
Why Your Next Car Should Have a Manual Transmission (Yes, Really)
Manual transmissions cost $1,500 less upfront, last longer, get better fuel economy, and provide surprising health benefits — here's why your next car should have three pedals.