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Mercedes Recalls Nearly 324,000 Vehicles Due to Engine Stalling
The recall covers a range of models from 2012 to 2020 model years.
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Buyer Beware: Flood-Damaged Used Cars From Hurricane Ian Could Flood the Market
A flood-damaged car may appear to drive properly, but corrosion, rust, mold and electrical problems could all surface over time.
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Buyer Beware: Flood-Damaged Used Cars From Hurricane Ian Could Flood the Market
Supply chain issues have led to a surge in the market for used cars. But buyer beware: don’t be tricked into buying a spruced-up water-damaged vehicle. The company CARFAX estimates about 358,000 vehicles were damaged during Hurricane Ian, and if the past is any indication, they say a significant portion of those will end up back on the road....
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Massachusetts Gas Prices Tick Back Up
Massachusetts gas prices are increasing again, according to data from AAA Northeast, though they still remain lower than they were a month ago. Gas prices in the state are up 4 cents from last week, averaging $3.60 per gallon. That price remains 10 cents lower than a month ago, when the average was $3.70, and 28 cents lower than the…
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Explainer: What to Do If You're a Target of Road Rage
Here is what people should do if they encounter an aggressive driver or road-rage incident according to Art Markman, a psychology professor at the University of Texas at Austin.
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$5 Gas Is Here: AAA Says Nationwide Average Hits New High
The nationwide average price for a gallon of gasoline has topped $5 for the first time ever. Auto club AAA said the average price on Saturday was $5.00. Motorists in some parts of the country, especially California, are paying far above that. The national average price has jumped 19 cents in just the past week, and it’s up $1.93 from...
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How to Get Your Car to 200K Miles
Consumer Reports has some tips to capitalize on your car and keep it in top shape to 200,000 miles.
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CHART: See How Gas Prices Are Rising in Mass.
The cost of filling up the tank keeps going up and up, both in Massachusetts and nationwide, as gas prices keep reaching record levels. On Monday, the Bay State hit a record high of $4.39 per gallon, and that price had already risen by more than a nickel by Wednesday, staying above the national average — and gas prices are…
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AAA: MA Gas Prices Hit Record High
Gas prices are spiking once again in Massachusetts, reaching a new record high of $4.39 per gallon and exceeding the national average.
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Which Electric Car Is Best for the Environment and Your Budget?
Demand for electric cars is on the rise—but which green vehicles are the best for the environment and your budget? Hint: They aren’t the Tesla.
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Does Your Car Run on 3G? The Network Shutdowns Could Cause You Problems
Chances are, you haven’t thought much about older 3G cellular networks because all the talk today is about 5G–the superfast new network for smartphones and other wireless devices. But as Consumer Reports explains, as wireless carriers begin shutting down those old 3G networks, millions of connected cars may lose important safety features. Consumer Reports has said for years that...
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Worcester Police Seek Suspects in Catalytic Converter Thefts
Worcester police are searching for two suspects believed connected to catalytic converter thefts in the city.
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IIHS Names Top Safety Picks for 2022
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has released its latest list of cars that earned a Top Safety Pick award, with an emphasis on crash prevention systems and headlights.
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How to Know If Your Car Is American-Made
A sticker notice on a new car may not indicate that it is American-made, and a Japanese or German vehicle might rely heavily on U.S. labor.
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Buying a New Car Is a Challenge Amid a Global Chip Shortage and Limited Inventory. Here Are Tips for Finding a Decent Deal
Dealerships are offering fewer incentives to sell new cars, given how quickly inventory is flying off the lots amid continuing strong demand from consumers.