Our favorite car trends
Learn about the most interesting car trends we’ve seen.
Changes to Car Safety Ratings
Learn about how NHTSA and IIHS car crash safety tests have changed over the past 10 years and what to consider as you research used cars.
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Wed, May 24, 2023
Spring 2023 CarMax Electric Vehicle Consumer Report
Consumer interest in used electric vehicles continues to rise. In this article, we dig into CarMax data to see consumer behavior around electric vehicles - uncovering everything from popular used electric vehicles, average prices, common trade-ins, and more.
Trends
Mon, Apr 24, 2023
Car Titles Explained
Looking to explore the different types of car titles while you’re shopping for a used car? We cover all your questions to help take the guesswork out of car titles.
Trends
Thu, Apr 13, 2023
Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid, Electric Vehicle: What's the Difference?
Defining hybrid, plug-in hybrid, fuel cell, and battery electric vehicles while presenting what differentiates them from each other as well as some pros and cons for each vehicle type.
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Tue, Apr 11, 2023
What to Know When Shopping for a Family Car
How important is space in your family car? What interior material is easiest to clean? From expecting parents to growing families, we interviewed 12 real parents to discover the key factors to consider when buying a family car.
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Tue, Mar 28, 2023
Electric Car Range: How Much Do You Need?
An electric vehicle's range is one of its key features. For those suffering from range anxiety, an EV with tons of miles at its disposal can soothe frayed nerves. But how much EV range do you really need?
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Tue, Mar 7, 2023
Getting Used Cars Ready to Sell: Meet the Master Mechanics Behind the Process
Ever wondered how we get used cars ready to sell to on our front lot? In this article, CarMax auto technicians reveal how they get a car ready for customers—from start to finish.
Trends
Mon, Dec 5, 2022
The Pulse on Used Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles at CarMax
Can used plug-in hybrids be an affordable gateway to alternative energy vehicles? In this article, we dig into CarMax data to see consumer behavior around plug-in hybrids – uncovering everything from popular used plug-in hybrids, average prices, the fastest selling models, and more.
Trends
Mon, Dec 5, 2022
How Much Does It Cost to Charge an Electric Car Compared to Pumping Gas?
Switching to an electric car can have a high upfront cost at first glance, but does charging an EV save you money compared to paying for gasoline? And if so, how much? Edmunds' expert Jake Sundstrom compares the cost of charging to the cost of gassing up.
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Mon, Nov 21, 2022
What Dog Owners Need to Consider When Car Shopping
Are you shopping for a used car with your dog in mind? We talked to a professional dog trainer to discover what you should consider to keep them happy and comfortable.
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Fri, Aug 26, 2022
Ask the Expert: Everything You Need to Know about Electric Car Charging
Making the switch to an electric car, truck, or SUV can seem intimidating with the avalanche of new lingo. But once you learn how it all works, an EV might actually simplify your life. Edmunds expert Will Kaufman runs through what you need to know about electric car chargers and charging your car.
Trends
Mon, Jul 18, 2022
Going Electric: The Growing EV Market and CarMax
With rising prices at the gas pump, consumer interest in electric cars is growing. We pulled CarMax data to examine the latest trends in used electric vehicles. From best-selling used EVs to common trade-ins for EVs, we explore why EV demand is increasing and what our data shows about used EV popularity.
Trends
Tue, May 17, 2022