The Top Motoring Buying Guides of 2018

Hopefully, we’ve done our job to fuel your enthusiastic lust for all things automotive, but at the same time provided enough sound, rational buying advice that your decision isn’t as hard as the next guy’s.

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Countless factors go into an automotive purchasing decision. The most fraught struggle tends to be between sensible spending and passionate splurging – do you need the extra space, the bump in horsepower or the most premium audio equipment? Start down the purchasing rabbit hole and you’ll need to come to terms with reliability, maintenance costs, mileage; keep digging deeper and you’ll need to weigh cutting-edge design against convenience or choose between more safety features and more gadgets.

Hopefully, in 2018 and well before, we’ve done our job to fuel your enthusiastic lust for all things automotive, but at the same time provided enough sound, rational buying advice that your decision isn’t as hard as the next guy’s. If you need a little more insight, an extra bump to take the plunge or are just window shopping, the following buying guides are a prime place to start. They’ve each been very popular with readers this year; perhaps they can do some more good before December’s out.

The Best Motoring Buying Guides of 2018

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15 of the Worst Used Cars to Buy From 2007-2017

If you’re currently shopping for a used car, this is a good place to find the cars you don’t want.

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The 6 Best Off-Road Trailers of 2018

Somewhere between the luxury of an RV and the essentials-only tent experience, sits the sweet spot of off-road trailers.

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8 Fantastic Adventure Motorcycles You Can Buy Right Now

Whether riding on asphalt, gravel, or dirt, an adventure bike never waivers. These are some of the best you can buy right now.

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5 Best Motorcycles For Navigating City Streets in 2018

Navigating any concrete jungle can be hell — especially if you call the asphalt wilds your commute. These five bikes make riding through the city much easier for any kind of rider.

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These 6 Cars Were Named the Best in the World – Read Our Reviews Now

World Car Awards is “dedicated to ensuring that it is carried out with the utmost objectivity, credibility, and integrity.”

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The 10 Best SUVs Under $50,000

Choosing one among the endless many is no easy task. Moreover, since the average price for an SUV 2017 was just under $40,000, it’s a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. To cover all the…

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The 16 Best Motorcycles for Shorter Riders

Finding a motorcycle when you’re a particular size can be tricky.

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The Most Reliable Car Brands and Their Most Reliable Cars

Consumer Reports recently did a survey including over 500,000 vehicles for its Annual Auto Survey — these are the most reliable car manufacturers, and their most reliable cars.

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The 11 Best Winter and Snow Tires You Can Buy

We picked the best tires to help you stay mobile through the winter months.

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The 10 Best Car Interiors in 2018

In an age where exterior design is becoming increasingly similar, the interior is rapidly becoming a place of focus for manufacturers to let their designers roam free.

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6 Affordable Classics You Can Drive to Work Every Day

Find modern cars a bit boring? A classic is a surefire way to bring character to your commute.

This Year in Gear

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Just like that, 2018 has come and gone. Take a look back at the best of what the past 365 days had to offer in This Year in Gear

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