If it feels like cars are more expensive than ever, well, that’s because they are. The average transaction price in the U.S.—that is, the average amount someone actually pays for a new vehicle—is ...

Cars.com experts identify the best new cars on dealership lots for $30,000 or less. The average price of a new vehicle is around $50,000, but certain models are priced considerably less than that.

Even the cheapest new cars are better than they’ve ever been before, and (using an expansive definition of the word “cars”) this includes options in the sedan, hatchback and crossover SUV form factor.

There are plenty of new sports cars under $35,000 despite rising new car prices. Mazda, Ford, Toyota and more produce competitive sports cars that are affordable and exhilarating to drive. Sports cars ...

With car costs on the rise, it’s important to know which models provide the best longevity and cost efficiency over time. When it comes to buying a new car, most shoppers consider reliability and long ...

Sometimes you don't know what you'll miss until it's gone. It first occurred to me in 2020 that we were witnessing the disappearance of inexpensive cars, and back then there were still 17 brand new ...

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety first started releasing crash-test ratings in 1995 and introduced the TSP rating in 2006. To get a TSP rating in 2025, vehicles must earn: A rating of ...