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Ford Recalls 115,500 Vehicles for Steering Defect: What Owners Should Know
Ford is recalling more than 115,500 U.S. vehicles over a steering column issue that can lead to loss of control. Learn which models are affected and what to do next.
By Choncé Maddox
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How to Switch Your Car Insurance
Switching car insurance companies could save you hundreds. Learn when and how to make the switch to maximize savings and avoid hidden fees.
By Daniel Bortz
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Get the Best Car Deal in Retirement: Here's the Trick
Planning on shopping for a new car this Labor Day weekend? Here’s how to haggle for a better price, even though you're retired.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Snowbirds — Want to Ship Your Car to Another State? Beware These Scams
Snowbird season is still a couple of months away, but if you plan to ship your car down south or across the country, here's how to avoid three common scams.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Ford Bets on a "Model T Moment" with $30K Electric Pickup
A sleek new Universal EV platform promises affordable, efficient electric pickups. Ford’s bet on streamlined manufacturing to deliver both value and profit.
By Paige Cerulli
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Watch Out for These Travel Scams This Summer
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Identity Theft These travel scams are easy to fall for and could wreck your summer. Take a moment to read up on the warning signs and simple ways to protect yourself.
By Kimberly Lankford
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Ford Warns $3 Billion Tariff Bill Will Cut Profits and Pressure Prices in 2025
Ford now expects a $3 billion tariff hit this year — pushing up costs on parts, altering vehicle pricing and narrowing dealer discounts even as sales stay strong.
By Choncé Maddox
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Surprising Ways to Find Deals on Cars Despite Tariffs
Looking for a new car? Tariffs will make good deals harder to find, so use these expert tricks to get a lower purchase price and keep long-term costs down.
By Nellie S. Huang
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Want to Lease an EV? The Tax Credit 'Loophole' for That Is Going Away Soon
Tax Credits If you are deciding whether to lease or buy an electric vehicle, here is what you need to know about how the EV lease tax credit works now that it will be eliminated under Trump's new tax law.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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