Contributing factors include 189,000 miles and a lead-footed grandson.
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2018 Dodge Durango SRT: For drivers who don’t give a hoot
The vehicle is a guilty pleasure unlike anything else on four wheels.
Mercedes-Benz E400 takes the lead in luxury coupes
The E400’s base price is $58,900; as tested, $86,685.
Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid minivan starts at $39,995 …
And goes 30 miles on battery power alone.
Cooling the turbo is no longer necessary
‘Coked’ oil is a decades-ago phenomenon.
Former Orbitz CEO joins leadership team at struggling Uber
Barney Harford had been a friendly rival of the money-losing ride company’s newly named CEO.
A thoroughly civilized Rogue by Nissan
And worth considering by families on the go.
2018 Mustang GT coupe a worthy competitor in sports car market
The 2.3-liter Coupe Premiums start at $31,500; the GT Coupe Premiums, at $39,995.
In snow, all-wheel drive beats two-wheel drive
Consider: You double your chances of finding at least one wheel with traction.