What're The Differences Between Toyota's 1UZ, 2UZ, And 3UZ Engines?
Toyota's 1UZ, 2UZ, and 3UZ engines powered a variety of Toyota and Lexus models over the years, with significant variations in materials and capabilities.
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How Reliable Is The 2025 Volvo XC60? Here's What The Data Says
Volvo owes a lot of its popularity to its stellar reputation for safety, but the brand recently struggled with reliability. Here's how the 2025 XC60 stacks up.
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These Symptoms Might Mean Your Car Has A Cracked Engine Block
A cracked engine block is generally considered a bad thing for many reasons, but just how can you tell whether or not your block is broken?
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Why It's Expensive To Insure EVs (And Why It's Getting Cheaper)
Depending on the model and factors such as your state, insuring an EV can easily be 50% more expensive than a gas-powered car, but the gap is quickly narrowing.
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Here's How Much A 2022 Rivian R1T Has Depreciated Over 4 Years
If you're thinking about investing in a used Rivian R1T for your next vehicle, here's how much a 2022 model has depreciated in the last 4 years.
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The Reason Automakers Are Moving From Port Injection To Direct Injection
Port fuel injection has some big advantages, but automakers increasingly are using gasoline direct injection instead. The reasons are numerous.
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Insurance Can Cover You If Your Whole Car's Stolen, But What About Parts Or Belongings?
A stolen car is usually covered by whatever vehicle-specific insurance policy you have, but things get complicated with specific parts or personal belongings.
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This 2009 Mercedes Hybrid Was The First To Use This Tech We Now Take For Granted
The technology introduced by this German super-luxury sedan is commonplace today, helping hybrids improve power and efficiency while saving weight.
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These Are The Only New Diesel-Powered Trucks And SUVs Available In America Right Now
Diesels are becoming increasingly rare, but they're still an important part of some American automaker lineups, and there are plenty of options to choose from.
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This Is How Much A 2021 Range Rover Has Depreciated So Far
The Range Rover's reputation for steep maintenance and poor reliability generally translates into steep depreciation, but how much are 2021 models worth now?
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Toyota Tacoma Vs Chevy Colorado: Which 2021 Midsized Pickup Depreciated Faster?
The Toyota Tacoma's reputation for reliability has historically translated into great resale values, but is the 2021 Colorado the better deal now?
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Here's How Much A 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio had a steeper price than many of its midsize sports sedan rivals, but how does its value hold up today?
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What Are The Differences Between GMC's Denali And AT4 Trims?
Denali and AT4 represent two opposite ends of GMC's portfolio of trims, and knowing the differences between the two is crucial for every potential GMC owner.
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This SUV's Reputation As Longest-Lasting Isn't Just Hearsay
Studies rank this popular SUV as the world's longest-lasting vehicle on the roads today, and with almost 40% of examples exceeding the 250,000-mile mark.
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Rivian Rides High On Consumer Reports Owner Scores, But Then Again, So Did Tesla
Consumer Reports' owner scores suggest buyers are satisfied with their Rivians. But is the story of Tesla's consumer ratings a warning from history?
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Is The 2025 Kia EV9 Reliable? Here's What Consumer Reports Says
The new Kia EV9 seems like an obvious choice for anyone in the market for an electric SUV, but there's a big reliability caveat buyers should know about.
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In 2000 Consumer Reports Said This Was The Best Car It Tested, Now They're Dirt Cheap
Back in 2000, you would have paid $50,000 for this Consumer Reports favorite. Today, you can get it for around $5,000 — just make sure you check it for rust.
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Ford's Maverick Isn't Eligible For Consumer Reports' Best Cars Made In America List: Here's The Pickup They Picked
The Ford Maverick is popular, not least in Consumer Reports' rankings, but what's the pickup pick if you're only looking at made-in-U.S.A. trucks?
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Why Did Ram Switch Back To The CP3 Pump?
When the 2019 Rams were introduced in 2019, their 6.7-liter diesel engines used CP4.2 injection pumps, before reverting to the CP3, but why did they switch?
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Here's How Much A 2021 Tesla Model 3 Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The Tesla Model 3 has been very popular with customers, and with good reason. But at five years old, how much is a 2021 example worth today?
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These Are The Top 10 Most Stolen Cars Of 2025 (Yes, The Altima Is On There)
The number of car thefts in the U.S. dropped in 2025, but the crime wasn't eradicated completely. These are the vehicles thieves targeted most frequently.
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Does Maserati Deserve Its Bad Reputation? Here's What Owners Say
Maserati is legendary in the luxury car space. However, the brand has a reputation for poor reliability. Here's what owners have to say about that reputation.
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Here's How Much A 2021 Hyundai Veloster Has Depreciated In 5 Years
The Hyundai Veloster isn't around anymore, with 2022 being its last model year. Was it able to hold on to most of its value after all this time?
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Ford F-150 Vs Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Which Truck Depreciates Faster?
Curious how the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Ford F-150 hold their value over time? We cross-referenced data from CarEdge, iSeeCars, and KBB to find out.
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How Reliable Is A Used Tesla Model S?
If you're in the market for a used EV, you may be considering a Tesla Model S. Before you buy, here's what to know about the electric car's reliability.
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EVs That Charge Faster Than A Tesla
With its Supercharger network and nose for publicity, when someone says "fast-charging," Tesla is often what springs to mind. But lots of EVs charge faster.
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What're The Differences Between Duramax LML, L5P, LB7, And LBZ Diesel Engines?
The Duramax diesel engine has seen quite a few changes over the years. Here's what separates some of the most popular versions from each other.
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