Johann van Dalen // Shutterstock When purchasing a car, most shoppers look for vehicles that are affordable and durable. As the quality of cars improves and prices soar, Americans are holding on to their vehicles for longer. In fact, the average age of vehicles on U.S. roadways rose to 12.2 years in 2022. This trend became prominent during the pandemic, partly due to the skyrocketing prices for new cars, which made used cars a more attractive option.

Source: Pixabay According to Cars.com, roughly 1 in 5 vehicles purchased in 2019 was purchased to be a fleet vehicle. That means that as we get further into 2022, and even into 2023, we’re going to be seeing a lot more fleet vehicles being sold on the used market. So, a lot more car owners are going to be seeing fleet vehicles as an option, often being sold more cheaply than similar models But does that lower price tag mean that there’s a problem with the vehicle?

Source: Pixabay In the year 2000, Kia released the Optima in the midsize sedan segment to compete with the likes of the venerable Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. After two decades in the market, Kia has replaced the Optima, or rather rebranded as the Kia K5. The K5 offers distinct styling, engaging ride quality, and high-quality creature comforts, making it a perfect replacement for the Optima. For the most part, the Kia Optima was a midsize sedan that didn’t exactly impress or disappoint.

Jeep Wrangler by KarleHorn — CC-BY-SA-4.0 The Jeep Wrangler has an extensive history as a midsize and compact four-wheel drive and as an off-roading vehicle. They were first produced in 1986 and have remained popular ever since. If you’re interested in this car, you must know what you’re getting yourself into with your new drive. What are some Jeep Wrangler pros and cons? Read on to learn more about the good and bad items with the Jeep Wrangler.

Source: Pixabay It takes a lot to succeed in the ever-saturated compact crossover SUV segment. It’s no easy feat, especially when competing with enormously popular SUVs like Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Hyundai Tucson, and Chevy Equinox. However, Nissan has managed to stand out in the crossover market with its best-selling SUV, the Rogue. Bringing a combination of style, comfort, utility, and one hell of a value proposition, the Nissan Rogue brings premium quality and feel to the mainstream.

2020 Toyota Highlander by Kevauto — CC BY-SA 4.0 Ground clearance is the minimum distance between the ground and the lower part of your vehicle’s body. It is also referred to as ride height. Vehicle manufacturers provide it as a measurement when the vehicle is without any load. As with most mid-size crossover SUVs, ground clearance is an important detail. This is because it allows the vehicle to move over bumpy roads without causing damage to its underbelly.

Chevy Avalanche by Qwerty242 — CC-BY-SA-4.0 The Chevy Avalanche is a pickup truck with four doors and a long-wheelbase chassis. It began production in 2001 and lasted until it was discontinued in 2013. You can still find quality-used models on the market today. If you’re interested in this vehicle, it’s critical to have a well-rounded perspective. What are some Chevy Avalanche pros and cons? Read on to learn more about the good and bad with this vehicle.

352,139. That’s the number of RAV4 compact SUVs sold in 2016 alone. That staggering number is due to Toyota’s reputation for quality and commitment to keeping its loyal customers happy. If you’re looking at the 2016 RAV4, you might already own a Toyota or be looking to join the Toyota family. Even though the RAV4 has earned this reputation for quality over a 24-year model run, you may wonder what common issues are in the 2016 Toyota RAV4.

When Ford introduced the Escape, it was a step away from the traditional style of sport utility vehicle made popular with vehicles like the Explorer and Bronco. The Ford Escape is a compact, car-based SUV that Ford developed to compete with vehicles like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, which both saw extremely high levels of success with the buying public. 2012 represented the final year for the 2nd generation Ford Escape.

2001-2004 Ford Escape by IFCAR - CC BY The Ford Escape was ahead of its time when it was introduced in 2000. Car buying habits have since shifted, and now the majority of U.S consumers are purchasing SUVs over their sedan counterparts to the tune of nearly 3 to 1. The Ford Escape is one of the first compact SUVs to combine sedan-like driving and gas mileage with SUV-like capability and space.