NICK KURCZEWSKI

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This photo provided by Chevrolet shows a 2022 Traverse. The Traverse goes about its business in an unexciting way. But for many shoppers, that's all they want from a three-row family hauler. (Courtesy of General Motors via AP)
Edmunds: Five best used three-row SUVs for under $30,000
A three-row SUV is ideal for car shoppers who need extra space for transporting lots of people and plenty of cargo. The best of the breed come loaded with driver aids and the latest in onboard technology, too.
 
This photo provided by Ford shows the 2025 Explorer. The Explorer is enjoyable to drive and comes with some great technology features. (Courtesy of Ford Motor Co. via AP)
Edmunds’ family SUV test: 2025 Ford Explorer vs. 2025 Honda Pilot
This year’s 2025 Ford Explorer is the best it’s been in quite some time. Ford has revised the styling, updated the interior and added some new technology features. Not much changes for the 2025 Honda Pilot.
 
This photo provided by Edmunds shows the 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trail Boss. Besides four-wheel drive, the Trail Boss is outfitted with a lifted suspension, stronger shock absorbers, underbody skid plates and all-terrain tires. (Courtesy of Edmunds via AP)
Edmunds: These are the best full-size trucks for daily driving and off-roading
Full-size trucks are hugely popular thanks to their versatility and ability to get tough jobs done. This characteristic applies equally to when paved roads end and off-road hardware becomes essential.
 
This photo provided by Kia shows the 2025 Soul. The Soul's small size makes it easy to park and drive in the city. (Courtesy of Kia America via AP)
Edmunds: The best small SUVs for city driving
Many midsize and large SUVs feel cumbersome in city driving, an environment better suited to smaller and more agile vehicles.
 
This photo provided by Honda shows the 2024 Prologue. It's Honda's first all-electric SUV and is capable of going more than 300 miles on a full charge. (Courtesy of American Honda Motor Co. via AP)
Edmunds Compares: 2024 Honda Prologue versus 2024 Toyota bZ4X Electric SUVs
Honda has a long reputation for building highly fuel-efficient cars and trucks, and now it’s getting serious about EVs with the all-new 2024 Prologue.
 
This photo provided by Ram shows the 2025 Ram 1500. The big change for 2025 is the debut of a new turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine that replaces the previous V8. (Courtesy of Stellantis via AP)
Edmunds compares: 2024 Ford F-150 versus 2025 Ram 1500
Two of Edmunds’ highly rated full-size trucks are freshly updated. The 2024 F-150 offers an array of engine choices and configurations, plus fresh styling and new technology features.
 
This photo provided by Toyota shows the 2024 Land Cruiser. It has a standard hybrid four-cylinder powertrain that gets an EPA-estimated 23 mpg in combined driving. (Jason Bax/ Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. via AP)
Which is the Better SUV? Edmunds compares the new Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus GX
Toyota has come out with an all-new 2024 Land Cruiser. It has distinctive styling and will be a no-brainer for anyone shopping for an outdoorsy SUV. There’s just one thing: You might want to get a 2024 Lexus GX instead.
 
An unsold 2024 Honda Pilot and Passport SUVs sits at a dealership on March 3, 2024 in Highlands Ranch, Colo. Car shoppers who put off buying a new vehicle the past few years should be happy to see the return of promoted sales and discounts this summer.(AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Edmunds: The Four Best Auto Deals for Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day weekend is often considered to be the kick-start to summer and, for car shoppers looking for the best finance and lease deals, a great opportunity to take advantage of a marketplace finally returning to normalcy.
 
This photo provided by Jeep shows the 2024 Grand Cherokee. Top trim levels such as the Summit Reserve, pictured here, provide high levels of luxury and off-road capability. (Courtesy of Stellantis via AP)
Edmunds compares: 2024 Honda Passport vs. 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Midsize SUVs with two rows of seating are an excellent option if you want something a little bigger than a small SUV. They have room for five and plenty of storage space but also are less expensive and easier to park than three-row SUVs.
 
Edmunds Compares: 2024 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2024 Toyota Tacoma
The 2024 Chevrolet Colorado proves how transformative the midsize pickup truck market has suddenly become.
 
FILE - The newly unveiled concept car, Honda Zero Series "Saloon" electric vehicle is displayed during a Honda news conference during the CES tech show Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, in Las Vegas. Taking design cues from seemingly everything from a ground-hugging sports car to a 1980s-era Dustbuster vacuum cleaner, the Honda Saloon concept vehicle is a hint at the Japanese automaker’s EV strategy and upcoming designs. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun, File)
Edmunds highlights top car-tech trends from CES 2024
 
This photo provided by Edmunds shows the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV. An all-new fully electric model, the Blazer EV is easy to drive and comfortable but not a particularly good value. (Ryan Greger/Edmunds via AP)
Edmunds compares the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV and 2024 Tesla Model Y
 
This photo provided by Hyundai shows the Ioniq 6 electric sedan. It is the quickest charging EV that Edmunds has tested to date. (Hyundai Motor America via AP)
Edmunds testers seek out the fastest charging electric vehicles
How quickly an EV can charge at a public fast-charging station is nearly as important as how much range it has. After all, the quicker you can charge your EV, the quicker you can get back on the road to drive.
 
This photo provided by Mercedes shows the GLC. This small luxury SUVs stands out with its luxurious interior, pleasing performance and many available high-end features. (Courtesy of Mercedes-Benz via AP)
Edmunds compares the Mercedes-Benz GLC and Genesis GV70 luxury SUVs
The Mercedes-Benz GLC has long been a popular choice for a small luxury SUV. From luxury and performance to technology, the GLC has set a standard that few other competing SUVs have been able to match.
 
This photo provided by Edmunds shows the BMW i7, Cadillac CT5-V, Ford Mustang Mach-E and Tesla Model Y. Edmunds tested the hands-free driving assist modes of each vehicle to find out which one worked best. (Rex Tokeshi-Torres/Edmunds via AP)
Edmunds tests the best automotive hands-free driving systems
Hands-free driver assistance technology has seemingly gone from a sci-fi fantasy to everyday driving reality in a very short time.
 
This photo provided by Honda shows the 2024 Civic. It's available as a sedan or a hatchback with a larger cargo area. (American Honda Motor Co. via AP)
Edmunds picks the five best cars for under $30,000
Pricing for the average new car continues to rise, with the latest reports pegging the average new vehicle transaction price around $48,000.
 
This photo provided by Kia shows the all-new 2024 EV9. Think of it as a three-row SUV with all of the space and style of a Kia Telluride, but with electric power instead of gasoline. (Kia America via AP)
Edmunds: Five 2024 vehicles worth waiting for
Waiting is never easy, but it’s worth it for car shoppers who want the most car for their money. The automotive experts at Edmunds have picked five vehicles coming soon that have attention-grabbing exterior designs, increased off-road capability, and high-tech cabins with tons of passenger space.
 
This photo provided by Edmunds shows the all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning. Purchasing and driving one requires a little more knowledge than what's required for a typical pickup. (Courtesy of Edmunds via AP)
Edmunds answers the most asked questions from first-time EV buyers
As sales of electric vehicles continue to grow, so do the number of questions curious shoppers have when considering making the switch to a fully electrified car, truck or SUV.
 
This photo provided by Nissan shows the new 2023 Nissan Ariya, an all-electric SUV. It's comfortable to drive and comes in many configurations to match many shopping budgets. (Jay McNally/Nissan North America, Inc. via AP)
In a battle of electric SUVs, the Nissan Ariya takes on the Ford Mustang Mach-E
The Nissan Ariya is an all-new electric SUV for the 2023 model year. It’s Nissan’s second EV and serves as a roomier and more powerful complement to the brand’s pioneering Leaf hatchback.
 
This photo provided by General Motors shows the combined charging system or CCS plug. It had been the dominant standard for EV charging until automakers decided to switch to Tesla's standard. (Jessica Lynn Walker/Courtesy of General Motors via AP)
Edmunds: Tesla wins the EV charge plug format war
You may be familiar with previous technology format wars, whether it be VHS versus Betamax or Blu-ray versus HD DVD. Now another has quickly brewed in the way people plug in and charge their electric vehicles.