Car & Motorcycle Buying Guides
Our experts recommended cars, motorcycles, SUVs, electric cars, adventure trailers and driving accessories, all in one place.
Recommended Vehicles
New Cars
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Every year brings with it a fleet of new and improved vehicles; these are our favorites of 2021.
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Kelley Blue Book has revealed the best cars to buy awards for 2021. The results may surprise you.
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Consumer Reports has made its annual list of the most sensible cars you can buy, and it features some of our favorites.
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It's an old chestnut that cars plummet in value the moment they leave the lot. These cars don't, even after a year.
Used Cars
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Grabbing any of these one-year-old cars could save you big money over buying factory-fresh.
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Consumer Reports and the IIHS have joined forces to find the best used cars for anyone on a budget
SUVs
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Many vehicles pose as being off-road-ready. Here are the trucks and SUVs that can actually do it.
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These rugged SUVs provide truck-caliber towing capability and family-friendly practicality.
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Wanna get away? These SUVs will make it easier than ever.
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Other Family Cars
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Minivans are the most practical and spacious family vehicles you can buy...if you're willing to go there.
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New parents need cars that are safe, practical, and reasonably priced. Here are some options that are more fun than minivans.
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Yes, you need something roomier and more practical, but there's no need to go full-on Chevy Traverse.
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The IIHS has published its list of Top Safety Picks for 2021, with brands like Volvo and Subaru leading the charge.
Electric Cars
2021 will be the best year yet to buy an electric car. But is it the right year for you?
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The next few years will be packed with new EVs. These are the ones that have us jazzed the most.
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Electric cars have more in common than you might realize.
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EV buyers, like everyone else, want SUVs — and they're starting to have plenty to choose from.
Car Brand Buying Guides & Industry Knowledge
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Audi follows a simple naming format, for the most part, employing letters and numbers.
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BMW produces cars and SUVs, and uses an alphanumeric naming system many in the industry have come to imitate.
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What is the best Jeep model for you to buy? Start your research process here.
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Rugged and synonymous with prestige, Land Rovers fit in on the trails or on Rodeo Drive.
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Lexus’s lineup isn’t nearly as complicated as its German rivals, but it could still use some explaining.
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How to tell your GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS and G-Class apart.
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Once known just for its sports cars, Porsche now produces a wide variety of coupes, convertibles, SUVs and sedans.
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From Abarth to Wilderness, an exhaustive look at automakers' built wild attempts to make fetch happen.
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The brands you know, and the corporate umbrellas you might not.
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Why would you get a car subscription instead of a car lease? Where should you get one from? Here's how to find out.
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Every emblem has a story.
Automotive Accessories & Gear
Adventure Trailers & Camper Vans
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Whether you want a little extra storage or an apartment on wheels, these off-road-ready trailers have you covered.
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These mini trailers allow anyone (and almost any vehicle) to be a weekend adventurer.
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Dreaming of #vanlife? The best camper vans combine the maneuverability of a passenger car with the comforts of a motorhome.
Car Camping Gear
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Car camping is an accessible way to explore the great outdoors. This awesome gear will help you on your way.
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Wanna get away? These SUVs will make it easier than ever.
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If you’ve always enjoyed the top bunk, you should invest in a rooftop car tent.
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You’ve got your camping supplies and your truck. Here’s the gear to keep from getting stranded.
Racks, Cargo Boxes & Tires
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Roof top storage can get pricey, but it's much more cost-effective than leveling up to a bigger vehicle.
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Tom Henwood of Main Line Overland shares his roof rack picks.
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The best all-terrain tires to get the most from that fancy 4Runner or Gladiator you just bought.
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Don't get caught out in the cold without proper footwear.
Safety & Emergency Accessories
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Windshield wipers may be the biggest afterthought on your car — but among the most important safety features.
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AAA is nice, but it's good to have a backup plan just in case.
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Buying a car seat can be confusing and expensive. Save yourself some trouble with this helpful guide.
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The best products for chipping, scraping and digging your way out of the snow and ice before your morning commute.
Car Maintenance & Tools
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You can't avoid dirt. But you can mitigate the damage it causes.
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Beauty is more than sheet metal-deep.
The importance of having the right tools at the right time can't be overstated...but what about the garage itself?
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Motorcycles, Riding Accessories & Commuting Alternatives
Bikes for Every Rider
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Want to dip your toe into the riding waters? Consider these bikes your swimmies.
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Whether riding on asphalt, gravel or dirt, an adventure bike never waivers. These are some of the best you can buy right now.
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These bikes can make your commute go from a curse to a blast.
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Finding a motorcycle when you’re, shall we say, a particular size can be tricky.
Motorcycle Brand Guides
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Ducati produces a wide range of motorcycles but remains a premium and performance brand.
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Want to know about Indian’s full line of American bikes? You've come to the right place.
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Your comprehensive guide to the Triumph Motorcycles lineup, all in one place.
Motorcycle Helmets
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Never compromise when it comes to your brain bucket.
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The best helmets for keeping in touch with other riders, taking calls and receiving turn-by-turn navigation prompts.
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Riding a café racer with a modern helmet is just plain wrong. Here’s how to go properly retro.
Motorcycle Apparel
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Whether you're commuting to the office or planning a cross-country journey, we've tested the best riding jackets for your needs.
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Whether you're planning a cross-country tour or just want to rip trails, one of these backpacks will be perfect for the job.
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Goggles may seem like an old-school or MX-only accessory, but they can be an essential piece of moto gear.
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They don’t have to be knee high, tactical or shiny.
Foul-Weather Accessories
Your hands will always be the first line of defense when you fall. Make sure they're protected.
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Not ready to park your bike for the summer? Snag a pair of cold-weather gloves and keep riding for months.
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Pump the water away, get some grip back and keep it shiny-side up.
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Other Ways to Commute
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Urban nuisance no longer, e-scooters are now a savvy way to make short, environmentally-friendly commutes.
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When it comes to commuter bikes, one size does not fit all — which is why our guide includes picks for every kind of rider and terrain.
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Pedal assist can seriously expand your cycling footprint and open up a whole new world of riding. Start here.
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Electrified bicycles are zooming into the forefront of the two-wheeled world. Here are five of the latest models you should know about.
Imports, Future Classics and Vintage Cars
Vintage & Custom Cars
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Driving a roadster is about as sweet an automotive experience as you can get. And you don't need to shell out big bucks for the fun.
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Choosing to own a car in the city is as big of a lifestyle choice as living in the city itself.
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Whether you're looking for an exquisite work of art or a badass off-roader, these Porsche modifiers can build exactly what you want.
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Future Classics
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Here are some of our favorite cars from the last decade—all destined to be future classics.
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1990s cars are all the rage right now. But the 2000s wave could come on strong in a few years.
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The classic car market can be tricky to figure out, but we took a guess at what the future classics from the early aughts will be.
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Enjoy them and resell in 10 to 15 years for a payday.
Imports
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Ever dream about importing a Nissan Skyline, a right-hand-drive Supra or a never-sold-here Lotus?
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Want a ride that’ll truly set you apart from the Joneses?
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They’re unconventional, but that’s exactly why they’re great.
Fun to Drive Cars
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Whether you're looking for a new car or one that's just new to you, there's a lot of fun to be had for under $30K.
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The manual transmission isn't extinct — yet.
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300 miles per hour, anyone?
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We've already driven the Bronco and several cool Jeeps, but 2021 still has a lot more to come.
Driving Accessories & Gifts
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Bolster your grip on the wheel and look cooler in one fell swoop.
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Want a better driving experience? Add these apps to your phone.
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An exhaustive history of James Bond cars, Porsche's trove of unseen concept cars and more.
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Does your dad love cars? Here are five great books to give him for Father’s Day.