2023 Status Of Electrification In US: Hybrids Versus Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicles may be grabbing more headlines, but it’s the hybrids that are more in demand and even sell for more than their MSRP. Yes, markups, but perhaps it’s that…
New York Bill Seeks Mopeds & Scooters Be Registered At Point Of Sale
New legislation coming out of New York State’s capital is looking to require moped sellers to register with the DMV before buyers can take them home. This according to a…
The Budget For a 3-Yr-Old Car In 2019 Can’t Buy a 6-Yr-Old Model Today
Over the past few years, car buying has become expensive to say the least. Today’s new vehicle goes for about $48,000 according to Kelley Blue Book. A used one? $28,706…
What Can Prevent Your Vehicle Registration Renewal In Connecticut
Cars, pickups, motorcycles, campers, electric vehicles, RVs, SUVs, and most vehicles must be registered in Connecticut. In fact, if you’re caught driving and don’t have your registration certificate or your…
Truckloads Of Pickups On U.S. Roadways: GM Sells 407,078 In 6 Months
America’s love affair with pickups, SUVs, and vans (which represent the truck category) is getting stronger and stronger, outpacing smaller cars and sedans. Even as gas prices fluctuate and increase…
California: Second-Quarter EV Sales Up 70% Over Same Period In 2022
According to Bloomberg news, during this last quarter (from April 1 to June 30, 2023) EV (new car) sales in California climbed 70%. This compared to the same period last…
Ohio Distracted Driving Law: No More Warnings, 204 Tickets In One Week
As of last Thursday, October 5th 2023 the six-month grace period for Ohio’s distracted driving law is officially over. Law enforcements are not issuing warnings anymore or informing drivers about…
Maryland Had 80,000 Crashes In 2023 And 12% More Traffic Fatalities
There was some unfortunate and probably preventable news coming out of Maryland last week. Transportation and safety officials are reporting there were 52 motor vehicle crash fatalities in September alone,…
Several Studies Find Florida Among Most Expensive States To Own A Car
A (recent) closer look at data from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation finds Florida among the most expensive states to own a new vehicle. The Sunshine State ranked six, right…
New York Torrential Downpours: Beware Of Buying Flood-Damaged Cars
Last Friday on September 29th, heavy rain caused flash flooding across may parts of New York City. From streets to subway stations, to airport terminals, and the Central Park Zoo,…