The Best and Worst Types of Cars for Resale Value in 2026, Plus 5 Things To Consider Before You Trade In or Buy New Here are five things to consider before you trade in your car or buy new. GOBankingRates · Apr 30
4 Cars That’ll Lose You Thousands of Dollars in Retirement These popular vehicles can lead to expensive repairs and fast depreciation, making them risky choices for retirees on a fixed income. Find out more now. GOBankingRates · Apr 22
Auto Experts Reveal the Most Reliable SUVs in 2026 Auto experts pick four reliable 2026 SUVs with strong safety features, long life spans and lower maintenance costs. Smart choices for your budget in 2026. GOBankingRates · Apr 5
4 Most Expensive Car Repairs for SUVs Here are the five most expensive SUV repair costs to be aware of, according to automotive experts. GOBankingRates · Mar 13
I’m a Mechanic: These Are the 5 Most Expensive Cars To Maintain Over Time Vehicles including the Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7 and Ram 2500 rank among the most expensive vehicles to maintain over 10 years. Learn why from car experts. GOBankingRates · Mar 6
I’m a Mechanic: 4 Common Ways People Waste Hundreds on Their Cars Every Year GOBankingRates got the views of a mechanic and an auto expert on four common ways people waste hundreds of dollars on car repairs every year. GOBankingRates · Feb 28
I Asked a Mechanic How To Make My Tesla Last 300,000 Miles: Here’s What He Said I asked Alan Gelfand, owner at German Car Depot, how drivers hit the $300,000-mile target affordably in practice. GOBankingRates · Feb 27
I’m a Mechanic: 4 Money Pit Sedans To Avoid in 2026 A mechanic breaks down four sedans known for costly repairs and reliability issues, helping car buyers avoid money pits in 2026. GOBankingRates · Feb 22
I’m a Mechanic: 5 Money-Pit Luxury Cars To Avoid in 2026 Some luxury cars come with far more expensive headaches than others. Watch out for these worst offenders as you scout out your next high-end automobile. GOBankingRates · Feb 19
4 Compact Cars To Buy in 2026 That Will Last Through Retirement For retirees in the market for a compact car with a proven track record of low maintenance costs and fees, here are four expert-recommended options to consider. GOBankingRates · Feb 17
3 Luxury Cars That Cost Less To Own Than Most Drivers Expect Luxury cars don’t have to mean high costs. Auto experts point to several options that offer strong reliability and low maintenance expenses. GOBankingRates · Feb 15
I Asked a Mechanic How To Make My Sports Car Last 300K Miles — Here’s What He Said Follow these rules to keep your roadster revving at 300,000 miles and beyond. GOBankingRates · Feb 8
6 Signs a Car Will Be Expensive To Own (Even If the Sticker Price Looks Good) High repair bills, rising insurance and fast depreciation can make some cars costly to own long after purchase—here are six warning signs to watch for. GOBankingRates · Feb 1
A Mechanic Said He Would Never Buy an EV — Here’s What Other Auto Experts Had To Say So many people are skeptical about buying an electric vehicle (EV), including Florida mechanic Alan Gelfand, who has told GOBankingRates he'll never buy one. Gelfand's reservations focus on big-ticket... GOBankingRates · Jan 29
GOBankingRates · Jan 21 6 Reliable Cars That See the Biggest Price Drops in January and February Gelfand said the following six vehicles are reliable and also have the biggest and most predictable price drops in January and February.
GOBankingRates · Jan 9 5 Types of Vehicles the Middle Class Should Stay Away From Buying in 2026 Experts warn middle-class car buyers about vehicles that may strain budgets in 2026, including used luxury cars, large SUVs and early EVs.
GOBankingRates · Dec 31, 2025 5 Hybrid Cars That Offer Better Long-Term Value Than EVs in 2026 See which hybrid cars in 2026 deliver better long-term value than EVs and why they might be the smarter choice for your wallet and lifestyle.
GOBankingRates · Dec 28, 2025 The One Money Habit Retired Car Owners Need To Master, According to Experts Retirees who skip routine car maintenance risk costly repairs. Regular oil changes and inspections cut expenses, boost reliability and protect budgets.
GOBankingRates · Dec 24, 2025 4 New 2025 SUVs Under $60K Still Waiting for Buyers Some 2025 SUVs are piling up on dealer lots, which could create rare chances for buyers to score discounts on certain reliable, fuel‑efficient models.
GOBankingRates · Dec 22, 2025 Should You Buy a Car That’s Being Discontinued? Experts Weigh the Real Costs and Savings Is buying a car that's being discontinued worth it? Keep reading to find out.
GOBankingRates · Nov 16, 2025 Auto Experts Say Stop Buying These 7 Japanese Cars Immediately If you were considering buying any of these cars, you might want to rethink it or ensure a comprehensive inspection to protect your wallet.
GOBankingRates · Nov 15, 2025 Auto Experts Say Stop Buying These 6 Luxury Cars Immediately It's not uncommon to experience buyer's remorse, even with a small purchase. However, those feelings of regret can get amplified when you're making a purchase.
GOBankingRates · Nov 15, 2025 5 Affordable 2026 Car Models Experts Recommend Explore five affordable 2026 car models experts recommend for value, performance and reliability without breaking your budget.
GOBankingRates · Nov 15, 2025 6 Affordable 2026 SUVs Experts Recommend The method for determining affordability involves analyzing dependability, warranty coverage, resale value and expected maintenance over a decade.
GOBankingRates · Oct 26, 2025 3 Mechanics Reveal the Cars They’ve Seen With the Highest Mileage Auto pros reveal the longest-lasting cars they've seen. One even had over 700,000 miles. Discover which models go the distance with proper maintenance.