Here's what we know about the 2026 U.S. auto market so far: Strong tax-return stimulus from President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act has fueled decent first-quarter sales for automakers, according ...

A new tax break is available this filing season for taxpayers who have car loans on vehicles that meet certain specifications. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), which was passed through Congress ...

Automakers' focus on higher-end US models has driven average selling prices to $47,000 Many lower and middle-income car shoppers have been relegated to the used-car lot The affordability problem is a ...

Cars have become so expensive that many Americans are putting off or not buying new cars, hurting the auto industry. By Neal E. Boudette Buying a new car has become unaffordable for a growing number ...

Analysts have declared the end of new cars priced under $20,000 in the U.S. market. The discontinuation of models like the Nissan Versa and Mitsubishi Mirage has eliminated the most affordable options ...

There are more than 260 cars, trucks, and SUVs on the market today, enough to make a car buyer’s head spin. But only the cream of the crop make it onto CR’s Annual Top Picks list. Whether you’re ...

Consumer Reports’ new safety verdict is a comprehensive, easy-to-understand score that helps you identify which new cars do the best job of preventing a crash or protecting you if one occurs, and ...

With new car prices hovering around $50,000 these days, buying used can feel like a no-brainer because of how much new cars depreciate in their first few years. New vehicles typically lose about 30% ...

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Affordability remains a barrier, with executives called to testify in Senate hearing Gasoline-powered trucks and SUVs drive demand despite EV market turbulence Analysts split on 2026 auto market ...

A larger proportion of new cars are being bought by affluent Americans as prices and interest rates for auto loans climb, analysts said. By Neal E. Boudette The auto industry is facing some big ...

The auto industry is expected to face continued economic uncertainty and declining consumer confidence in 2026. Analysts predict new and used vehicle prices will remain high, making affordability a ...