If automakers like Ford and GM want to catch Tesla, they'll have to offer fewer options on your new car

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Car buyers are used to having choices. As more automakers copy Tesla and the budding Chinese manufacturers, that's shifting.

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There's an oversupply of EVs versus gas cars at dealerships — solving 2 of the biggest problems with car shopping right now

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The Hyundai Ioniq 6.
There's nearly double the amount of EV supply, as measured by days of inventory, compared to gas cars at dealerships right now, according to Cox Automotive.

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These are the 15 most reliable car brands in 2023, according to experts

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The 2022 Lexus NX 450h+ plug-in hybrid SUV.
The 2022 Lexus NX 450h+

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Only one car model sold for under $20,000 in July — but experts say vehicle prices are stabilizing

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Only one vehicle model sold for under $20,000 in July: The Mitsubishi Mirage.

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Auto execs still don't think the Tesla sales model will catch on

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Some car companies have hinted at experimenting with a direct-to-consumer model and cutting dealers, but many execs have said they're not actually convinced it'll happen.

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These 20 cars have the highest dealer markups over their sticker price

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Four of the 20 vehicles most highly-priced above sticker price.

Mercedes-Benz; Toyota; Porsche: Ford

Only 6 cars are selling for below their sticker price as dealer markups remain high

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These are four of the six vehicles priced below sticker price, on average.

Infiniti; Hyundai; Chevrolet; Chrysler

Cars have more tech than ever — and drivers are increasingly frustrated with their door handles, screens, and other features

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The Nissan Maxima had the highest initial quality in JD Power's study overall.

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Elon Musk's antics have turned off some Tesla buyers — but it won't matter in the long run

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A recent Bloomberg study found Tesla's fans are loyal despite Elon Musk's antics. It's not likely interest in the brand will shift anytime soon, even with the next wave of EV buyers.

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It's the hardest time in recent history to get a car loan

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Car buyers have been through a whirlwind these past few years, and the next big challenge facing them is a lack of loans.

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