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These Are the Most Reliable Cars in Each Category, Says J.D. Power

The Truth About Cars

Owners are reporting more problems compared to the previous year, with the industry average escalating to 190 problems per 100 vehicles (PP100). Photo credit: Honcharuk Andrii / Shutterstock.com Recent findings from J.D. Power show that after three years of ownership, vehicle dependability has diminished.

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These Are the Most Reliable Cars in Each Category, Says J.D. Power

The Truth About Cars

Owners are reporting more problems compared to the previous year, with the industry average escalating to 190 problems per 100 vehicles (PP100). Photo credit: Nestor Rizhniak / Shutterstock.com Recent findings from J.D. Power show that after three years of ownership, vehicle dependability has diminished.

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Used Tesla vehicles crush industry average depreciation despite price cuts

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According to this report, the average used Tesla Model 3 and Model Y has only depreciated roughly 10% over the past three years, which is significantly less than counterparts from Mercedes, Lexus, and even Porsche. The post Used Tesla vehicles crush industry average depreciation despite price cuts appeared first on TESLARATI.

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J.D. Power: quality takes a back seat to innovation as problems reach a record high

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In 2023, the industry average is 192 PP100. The automotive industry is facing a wide range of quality problems, a phenomenon not seen in the 37-year history of the IQS The industry is at a major crossroad and the path each manufacturer chooses is paramount for its future. According to the newly released J.D. Nissan Motor Co.,

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US Auto Industry Down 8% Since 2019

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No other media outlet compares US auto industry trends with as much history and depth as we do in these. It’s time for another one of our quarterly US auto sales reports. First, before getting into the automaker comparisons for the second quarter of 2023 versus the second quarters of 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022, […]

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Consumer Reports: Most Reliable Car Brands of the Year - Find Out Who Ranks Highest

The Truth About Cars

Photo credit: PaulLP / Shutterstock.com The automotive industry offers a range of options for consumers seeking reliable vehicles. Leading Brands in Reliability Lexus (Score: 79) Toyota (Score: 76) Mini (Score: 71) Acura (Score: 70) Honda (Score: 70) Rounding out the top 10 are Subaru, Mazda, Porsche, BMW, and Kia.

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Tesla Sets the Charge: Universal EV Standards in the Making

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Tesla's Influence on Charging Standards Tesla's NACS, known for its efficiency, is gaining traction among various automakers, suggesting a move towards an industry-wide standard. Kia, Lexus, Lucid, and Mazda: Adoption by Kia starts in late 2024, while Lexus, Lucid, and Mazda will join in 2025.

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