Small SUV ‘Crash Avoidance’ Tech Does Not Avoid Crashes

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tested 10 of the most popular small crossovers on the market and found that just one of them earned a “good” rating when it comes to vehicle-to-vehicle crash prevention. That is, uh, less than ideal — especially for folks who ride motorcycles and those of us who generally do … Read more

Every Version Of The New Subaru Forester Costs At Least $31,000

With the Subaru Forester’s latest redesign, you will no longer be able to buy a new Forester for less than $30,000. The outdoorsy brand’s best-selling model is new for 2025, with lower power output but enhanced styling, better safety, a quieter cabin, and more comfortable seats, according to Subaru. The brand’s hit Wilderness trim of … Read more

Consumer Reports’ Best Cars For Tall People (Plus 3 Of My Own Recommendations)

Photo: Lotus For those who don’t know, I stand at a 99.9th percentile height of 6’8” tall. For a pair of long pants to fit me properly, they need a 40-inch inseam, so I’m all legs with more of an average sized torso. Cars aren’t designed to comfortably fit people of my height. I just … Read more

The 2024 Toyota Yaris GR Sport Hybrid Is Everything A Small Car Should Be

Toyota doesn’t sell the Yaris hatchback here in America anymore, instead offering the Corolla as its smallest model that you can buy stateside, which is a shame for small car fans like me. But with the 2024 European market Yaris now offering more power, an updated interior and a GR Sport trim that makes it … Read more

I Want A Crossover That’s Actually Interesting! What Car Should I Buy?

Dan and his wife are looking to replace their 2015 Forester with something similar, but more interesting. She is on the shorter side and has a 300-mile weekly commute so they are looking for something with good fuel economy but also comfortable. With a budget of around $40,000, what car should they buy? My Mini … Read more

These Cars All Got Uglier After Their Redesigns

Photo: National Motor Museum/Heritage Images (Getty Images) Designing a car is a massive undertaking. Automakers must effectively predict the future and produce a design that will be appealing for years to come, and the process starts years before the car hits the road. Oftentimes designers have to adhere to a preexisting platform, meet a certain … Read more

Penn State Professor Previously Charged With Bestiality Faces New Charges Including Masturbating On State Vehicles

When we last heard about Penn State professor Themis Matsoukas, he had been charged with open lewdness, indecent exposure, sexual intercourse with an animal, animal cruelty and disorderly conduct after being caught allegedly engaging in bestiality in a Pennsylvania state forest after being identified by his car. While he wore a mask that hid his … Read more

I Hate My Subaru! What Car Should I Buy?

Rob has had a pretty good track record with Subarus, but he can’t stand his 2017 Forester. He has a $40,000 budget to replace it with something more unique, but something that can still handle Michigan winters. What car should he buy? We’re Driving the 2024 Subaru Impreza, What Do You Want to Know? (Welcome … Read more

If You’re Looking To STI-Swap And Lift A Subaru Forester For Off-Road Adventures, Then Boy Do I Have The Car For You

Just based on the photo shown here, you might assume I have a cool old Subaru Forester. Unfortunately for me, the truth is that I used to have a cool old Forester. As the license plate suggests, that picture was taken back when I lived in California. It was great for camping and even proved … Read more

Consumer Reports Says These Are The Most Reliable New Cars And SUVs For Less Than $30,000

Photo: Mini Pandemic-induced supply chain shortages are finally working themselves out, so there’s a good chance that 2024 will be a much better year for new car buyers. Still, an abundance of cars on dealer lots isn’t going to magically turn a $60,000 car into a $30,000 car. The good news is, though, you can … Read more