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The Lexus ES 350, RX 350, LS 430, GX 470, and IS 350 stand out for reliability, with reported average lifespans ranging from 142,000 to 228,000 miles.

The V8 strikes a balance between the compactness of four- and five-cylinder engines and the scale of V12s, combining power with character.

The Hyundai Tucson is a pretty reliable SUV, but some model years suffer from transmission and engine problems worth knowing about.

On every car battery you'll find these letters: CCA, CA, RC, and Ah. They refer to Cold Cranking Amps, Cranking Amps, Reserve Capacity and Amp hours.

Over the next several years, expect to see commercial vans and work trucks get safer. And yes, safety matters with work vehicles.

Ubers must be no more than 15 years old, have four doors, be in good cosmetic condition, offer climate control, and feature no commercial branding.

From the ES 250 to the IS 300, these four Lexus models prove you can find a used Lexus with a manual transmission -- if you look hard enough.

It takes 20-30 minutes to drive the tunnel and depending on what side you're on, you leave on either the hour or half hour.

Is there something missing from cars that would make your life better? Any uninvented creature comforts that'll improve your daily commute?

When you think about mods you'd have to do to a 911 GT3 to get it to move 5 seconds quicker around a lap, the Challenge starts to look like an outright bargain.