The Tesla Model X is the most expensive vehicle in America to insure. New cars, trucks and utility vehicles aren’t getting any cheaper in the U.S. The average monthly payment for a new vehicle exceeds $550 a month and the loans buyers take out for those shiny new machines are getting longer too. Adding to that pain is the fact that new vehicles are more costly to insure as well. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, insurance premiums rose more than 20% between 2011 and 2018. The national average in the U.S. for insurance is $1,427 annually. With everyone looking for ways to lower their monthly payouts for vehicles, it helps to know what factors impact insurance costs. In most states, those include the driver’s age, driving record and where he or she lives. However, the type of vehicle being insured may be the biggest determining factor. (Jeep Takes Top Spot Again on American-Made Index) Though there are some general guidelines one can follow, such as a … [Read more...] about Auto Insurance on the Rise: 10 Most Expensive Vehicles to Insure
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Dodge Challenger tops Camaro as Mustang holds lead in sports cars
Phoebe Wall Howard Detroit Free Press Published 12:49 PM EDT Apr 25, 2019 Buckle in. This is about the battle over speed. And muscle. A quiet fight has been raging over which car holds the No. 2 spot in the sports car category. And now Dodge Challenger has solidly overtaken the legendary Chevrolet Camaro. It had the best year ever in 2018 and continues gaining market share at an astonishing rate, analysts say. Models named “Demon” and “Hellcat” have led to an impressive presence on Facebook with more than 5.2 million followers. The average buyer age is 51. These men (and women) drive two-door coupes that go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 3.4 seconds. “The first generation of Mustang, Camaro and Challenger are the top collected vehicles in North America and transcend all generations. People have speculated about the death of the American muscle car since the mid-1970s, but the golden age of American muscle is happening … [Read more...] about Dodge Challenger tops Camaro as Mustang holds lead in sports cars
Road Test: 2018 Buick LaCrosse Avenir
Luxury Touches in Buick’s Full-size Sedan It has been ages since I spent any length of time in a new Buick. My last long-term experience was a 1999 Regal GS, with the supercharger, which was their most powerful car at the time. It was a good car, outfitted with all the upscale appointments at the time and delivered a stable, comfortable ride. So, when the opportunity arose to drive the 2018 Buick LaCrosse Avenir, I was intrigued at where Buick was now with its large sedans, a vehicle size they are well-known for. What is Avenir? Avenir is the new sub-brand for Buick, that “provides customers a way to experience the highest expression of Buick luxury.” The LaCrosse joins the Enclave, offering a choice between a sedan and a SUV in the early stages of the Avenir brand. With the Avenir sub-brand, Buick finally moves back to premium–or is it luxury? Clean Fleet Report is careful to toss around the “luxury” tag, as “premium” is a better … [Read more...] about Road Test: 2018 Buick LaCrosse Avenir
The 25 Most Expensive Vehicles To Insure Are Pretty Surprising
Buying a new vehicle is an increasingly expensive proposition and that’s before you factor in the insurance. A variety of things go into determining how much your insurance bill will be but some vehicles are far more expensive to insure than others. 24/7 Wall St. recently crunched the numbers and examined data from 575 vehicles from the 2014-2016 model years. Since many models are available a number of different trims, the publication streamlined the process by using the model that was most expensive to insure. Without further ado, here’s their list of the most expensive vehicles to insure in the United States. Unsurprisingly, a luxury vehicle is at the top of the list as 24/7 Wall St. says the most expensive model to insure is the Tesla Model S. The car had an average annual insurance cost of $1,789.48 which put it well ahead of the second place Mercedes S-Class which cost $1,540.63 annually. The next four models are a tad surprising as they are the Mitsubishi Lancer … [Read more...] about The 25 Most Expensive Vehicles To Insure Are Pretty Surprising
Deal Hunters: These cars (and minivan) might be your best chance at a great deal right now
Cars rule. Crossovers, well, they drool. Especially now, thanks to the ongoing crossover obsession among consumers. All sorts of cars can be had at good prices, and the smaller the car – the bigger the deal. So, if you’re shopping for a good deal on a solid set of wheels, bust out of the follower mentality and take a serious look at the cars on this list. Heck, you might even think about plunking down some cash on a minivan and make your life easier for a change. Point is, gas prices will go up, and cars are safe, fun, practical, and more efficient than a similarly sized SUV. Just remember three of the most important points that help most deals come together: A vehicle worthy of recommendation Stacks and stacks of incentive cash or a low interest rate A dealership eager to negotiate because they have too many models on the lot Ultimately, the bottom line is this: when too many cars sit unsold, there is not enough space on dealer lots to park new inventory. … [Read more...] about Deal Hunters: These cars (and minivan) might be your best chance at a great deal right now