Consumer Reports releases its 10 best cars of 2024
Every year, Consumer Reports buys and tests about 50 new cars, measuring things like performance, fuel economy, and how easy it is to install a child seat. So if youโve been waiting to make that big purchase, Consumer Reports is here to help with its annual must-see list of the top new cars of the year.
Consumer Reports experts help you make the right decisions for your family when buying a car
If you are buying a car, there are several things to consider -- from knowing what youโre paying for to deciding if you should lease or buy. We turned to the experts at Consumer Reports to help you make the right choice for you and your family.
I-TEAM: Jacksonville records 900 catalytic converter thefts in 11 months as thieves steal auto parts at alarming speed
The News4JAX I-TEAM has learned Jacksonville police alone worked 900 cases of catalytic converter theft in the first 11 months of 2022. Many cases involve multiple vehicles at the same address, making the total number of converters stolen greater than 900.
Feeling pinched by car insurance premiums? Here are some ways to save
As inflation drives the cost of everything from groceries, gas and housing higher, many Floridians are looking for ways to save money. With several factors driving the stateโs car insurance premiums to be the highest in the nation, there are ways you can try to cut that cost.
Gas prices are still relatively high: Hereโs how to save on that road trip
Whether youโre trying to plan a safe and affordable road trip before the school year starts or just looking for ways to cool your car without wasting fuel -- we found out everything you need to know from the auto experts at Consumer Reports.
Your bumper stickers may reveal more about you than you realize
They seem innocent; bumper stickers that reveal to passing motorists how many children you have, where they attend school, the sports they play and hobbies your family enjoys, but to a would-be criminal they may signal an opportunity to target your children or your home.
Hyundai announces $5.5B electric vehicle plant in Georgia
Hyundai Motor Group confirmed Friday the company will spend $5.5 billion on a huge electric vehicle plant near Savannah that will employ thousands โ a deal Georgiaโs governor called the largest economic development project in the stateโs history.
Amelia Island Concours dโElegance still on, but later in 2021
AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. โ The Amelia Island Concours dโElegance is still happening in 2021, but itโs moving closer to summertime. Instead of being held in March, the annual car show that attracts people from around the world is moving to May 20-23. A statement from the Amelia Island Concours reads in part:โAt the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Amelia Island Concours dโElegance Foundation made a promise to put the safety of our spectators, volunteers, entrants, judges, vendors, sponsors, staff and board of directors first. We also set benchmarks that would require us to pause.โThe Concours says moving the date will allow more time for the distribution of coronavirus vaccines, and it hopes that moving the date will increase attendance. Tickets and event packages purchased directly from the Amelia Island Concours dโElegance Foundation will automatically be carried forward to the corresponding events during the week of May 20-23.