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EV Tax Credit 2023: What's Changed and What’s Ahead
Tax Breaks Rules for the new federal EV tax credit continue to change for 2023, which is causing confusion for buyers and manufacturers, over which electric vehicles qualify for the up to $7,500 tax break.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Last updated
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New Cars Are More Expensive Than Ever, Used Car Prices Drop
New cars under $25K drop to a mere 10 models as carmakers push luxury. Used car prices have dropped for four straight months. Buyers take note.
By Ben Demers • Published
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The Top 10 Electric Cars in the U.S. — Best-Selling EVs
Electric car sales have skyrocketed, even during a market slump. We list the top-selling EVs in the U.S. Who knows, you might be driving one in years to come.
By Quincy Williamson • Published
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Gas Prices Around the World
Budgeting Many world gas prices can make what Americans pay at the pump seem like a bargain. But not all.
By David Muhlbaum • Last updated
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Will the Gas Engine Soon Be Obsolete?
As the popularity of electric vehicles grows, what will happen to the gas engine?
By Rivan V. Stinson • Published
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New, Used or Leased: Is Now the Time to Buy an Electric Vehicle?
The Inflation Reduction Act created new tax breaks for electric vehicles. Here’s a guide to which EVs qualify and the best time to buy.
By Rivan V. Stinson • Published
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As Used-Car Prices Fall, Financing Costs Rise
Prices of used cars are off their painful peak and should continue to ease, but rising interest rates are killing any gains in affordability for those who can’t bring cash to the table.
By David Payne • Last updated
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Gas-Saving Tips That Actually Work
Buying & Leasing a Car When fuel prices soar, all kinds of gas-saving schemes get floated. We separate the serious from the silly for you.
By David Muhlbaum • Last updated
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Will Hyundai or Kia EVs Qualify for the Electric Vehicle Tax Credit?
The electric vehicle tax credit has spurred concern that Kia and Hyundai EVs won’t qualify—without some flexibility.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Published