I Want A Crossover That’s Actually Interesting! What Car Should I Buy?

I Want A Crossover That’s Actually Interesting! What Car Should I Buy?

Dan and his wife are looking to replace their 2015 Forester with something similar, but more interesting. She is on the shorter side and has a 300-mile weekly commute so they are looking for something with good fuel economy but also comfortable. With a budget of around $40,000, what car should they buy? My Mini … Read more

Ford’s Faulty Takata Airbag Fix Is A ‘Ticking Time Bomb’

Ford’s Faulty Takata Airbag Fix Is A ‘Ticking Time Bomb’

Good morning! It’s Tuesday, February 27, 2024, and this is The Morning Shift, your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know. Max Burkholder’s First Car Was A Recall Nightmare 1st Gear: Ford Recalls Its Takata Airbag Recall After setting … Read more

‘Airbus Of Autos’ European Automakers Could Band Together To Build Cheap EVs

‘Airbus Of Autos’ European Automakers Could Band Together To Build Cheap EVs

Good morning! It’s Tuesday, February 20, 2024, and this is The Morning Shift, your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know. Even EVs Can’t Get A Break From The Heat 1st Gear: European Carmakers Could Form Alliance To Fend … Read more

I Want To Trade A Big Truck For Two Cars! What Should I Buy?

I Want To Trade A Big Truck For Two Cars! What Should I Buy?

Shane lives in Wisconson and has a Ram truck that served him well when he was fixing up his house, but he is tired of the poor MPGs and bad ride quality. He wants to sell the truck and buy two cars, a daily driver with modern features and all-weather traction, and something fun with … Read more

Subaru Had It Right All Along

Subaru Had It Right All Along

When Subaru first came to the United States, it sold small funky cars that were decidedly un-American. As the company grew its own identity and became more established in the U.S., it became the first automaker to offer an all-wheel-drive passenger car in 1975. Subaru was also an early-adopter of turbocharged engines to bring more … Read more

At $15,000, Is This 2006 Subaru Forester 2.5XT A Deal?

At ,000, Is This 2006 Subaru Forester 2.5XT A Deal?

With Subaru debuting a new Forester at the Los Angeles Auto Show this week, it’s a good time to look back on a far less fancy Forester. Today’s Nice Price or No Dice 2.5XT is said to be all-stock. Let’s see if its price tag could stand some customization. We’re Driving the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek, … Read more

Weekend Car Culture Roundup November 18, 2023

Weekend Car Culture Roundup November 18, 2023

Here we present our weekly Jalopnik series that recaps the latest in car culture. We’ve showcased our most read offerings as well as some you may have missed. Valtteri Bottas Gets Excited About The Las Vegas Grand Prix | Jalopnik Chats These Are The Fastest Depreciating Cars Over The Past Five Years Photo: Maserati Depreciation … Read more

2025 Subaru Forester: This Is It

2025 Subaru Forester: This Is It

Image: Subaru Subaru finally showed the 2025 Forester at this year’s LA Auto Show. While it’s the sixth generation and wears an all new face, it’s like seeing a friend who’s had some plastic surgery work done: something is off, but something is so familiar. Valtteri Bottas Gets Excited About The Las Vegas Grand Prix … Read more