Toyota and Honda are the two largest Japanese automobile manufacturers, and both are renowned for building vehicles that are safe, reliable, practical, and efficient. These two manufacturers go head to head in almost every segment of the market, making it even tougher for shoppers to choose between the two brands. From comparing the Toyota RAV4 […]
Technology advances, and more and more manufacturers are adding turbocharged engines to their lineup. But what does that mean for you, the consumer? Do turbochargers make cars faster? Do turbochargers make cars less reliable? And most importantly, should you buy a turbocharged car? Although turbocharging is certainly here to stay, it is a subject that […]
One of the first things you will want to do after buying a car is search “oil change near me” in Google. While you might not be thinking about maintenance as you enjoy your new ride, an oil change is not only a good idea to keep your car running longer, it can also tell […]
If you have ever visited a dealership, then you are likely familiar with the large paper stickers posted in the windows of new cars, describing their price, features, fuel economy, safety ratings, and more. Often called “Monroney Stickers,” these stickers have been legally required for all new cars sold since 1958 and help keep car […]
When Volvo was founded in 1927, the guiding principle of the brand was to build vehicles that would keep their drivers safe on the road. Over the past century, the Swedish manufacturer has never wavered from that goal, leading the way with safety technologies from three-point seatbelts to side airbags. Today, Volvo has ten models […]
The 1980s were a heady time for the Japanese automobile industry. Not content with taking over the American economy car market and building some of the most iconic sports cars in history, the Japanese manufacturers decided to move upmarket and establish luxury branches to compete with prestigious brands like Mercedes and Cadillac. Honda launched Acura […]
When the Ford Model T hit the roads in 1908, it came with a 2-speed transmission. Today, Ford equips models from the Mustang to the F-150 with a 10-speed transmission. Ford isn’t alone in pursuing the proliferation of gears either. Toyota has introduced its own 10-speed for the new Tundra, and Honda has even designed […]
BMW may be slowly shifting from sports sedans to SUVs, but when it comes to ultimate luxury, the Bavarian brand’s flagship remains the opulent 7 Series sedan. The full-size model has always aimed to blend incredible comfort, convenience, and capability to create a vehicle that has it all. The fully redesigned 2023 BMW 7 Series […]
Mercedes might be among the most prestigious names in the automobile industry, and almost anyone alive can recognize the three-pointed star, but that incredible name recognition doesn’t exactly extend to the brand’s models. Unless you are a car enthusiast (or at least a Mercedes fan), names like “S-Class” or “GLE” probably don’t mean much to […]
Every car manufactured in the past 40 years comes with a unique 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) stamped in several strategic areas. This code is used to track the vehicle from the day it is built throughout its entire life, identifying it in legal documents and vehicle history reports. You can see the VIN for […]
Off-roading is supposed to be a rugged and adventurous activity, dominated by stripped-down vehicles that are often lacking doors and roofs. You can’t have serious trail-oriented performance without making some sacrifices when it comes to creature comforts, right? Well, some of the world’s top luxury brands are out to dispel those ideas with plush vehicles […]
The Honda HR-V occupied an interesting place in the Honda lineup–with the demise of the Honda Fit, the HR-V became the most affordable option in the Honda family, undercutting the Civic by around $500. While it didn’t offer much in the way of off-road capability or dynamic handling, the HR-V did provide some exceptional cargo […]
Do you like the tall ride height and improved ground clearance of a truck or SUV? These features are behind the surging popularity of larger vehicles, but what if you could have even more? A lifted truck or SUV can boost you even higher above the surrounding traffic, take on rougher terrain, and generally stand […]
The Impreza WRX earned a lot of street cred as a rally car in the WRC circuit, with its iconic blue livery and legendary drivers like Colin McRae, Richard Burns, and Petter Solberg. But it’s been 14 years since Subaru has even participated in the WRC, and a new rally car is here to take […]
You pull up to the gas tank and are asked to choose between the three grades of fuel. You go to hit “Regular” like always, but hesitate as you find yourself wondering if maybe you should treat your car to some premium fuel. If you have ever found yourself in this situation, you might be […]
These days it seems that you can’t drive a block without passing a half dozen BMW and Mercedes SUVs. Even Porsche is beginning to lose its aura as more and more Macans roll out from Stuttgart. So what do you buy when you want a luxury SUV that stands out from the crowd, but you […]
Ask the average driver what they think about rear-wheel drive, and you will likely hear that rear-wheel drive makes a car uncontrollable bad weather–likely accompanied by dire predictions of fishtailing all over the road and crashing if you ever take a rear-wheel drive car out in the rain, or worse yet, snow. Well, CarBuyerLabs is […]
Lexus is a brand of many firsts. Not only was it the first Japanese luxury brand in the American market, it was the first luxury brand to release an SUV. Since the 1996 Lexus LX kickstarted the modern luxury SUV craze, we have seen every luxury brand on the market release their own models for […]
If you are shopping for a used car, then you have probably heard of CARFAX or AutoCheck vehicle history reports. With the rise of the internet and online car shopping, third-party vehicle history reports have become an integral part of buying and selling used cars. On the surface, these reports are authoritative overviews of a […]
Have you ever stopped to wonder why cars are always identified by a model year? It may seem obvious on the surface–cars change every year, and the model year tells you what year it was built. But while that is partly true, it isn’t entirely accurate, and it isn’t the full story. Many model years […]
