Car Theft Is Rampant In These States!

Issue 80

Welcome to our 80th issue! 

It’s a big milestone for us and a significant moment in automotive history. 

On this day, 1954, Hudson Motor Company and Nash-Kelvinator began merging to become the American Motors Company. 

The merger would finalize on May 1 of that year. AMC would go on to make some of the most notable vehicles in US history. 

If you own one, you’re a part of American automotive history.

Key Takeaways

Don’t have much time? Here’s the summary of what we’re talking about:

1. Car theft has increased since the pandemic, reaching the highest levels in years. Some states are more dangerous than others, and we cover what they are. 

2. We’ve discussed the pros and cons of buying a new car compared to a used one. In this issue, we cover the reasons why you shouldn’t buy a new one. 

3. The US bans Chinese and Russian car components to ensure national safety. 

4. China’s EV boom could slow down in 2025

5. Which brand is most likely to be recalled? Knowing this is crucial as a consumer

NEWSBITES

Every week, we scour the web for the most essential news. Here’s what you need to know this week:

• China’s EV boom will slow down in 2025

• This author envisions free, driverless cars

• BMW’s M Division’s EV was its best performer, as much as BMW fanatics hate admitting it

• The Tokyo Auto Show was once crazy, but has it lost its edge?

RECALLS

It’s been a slow week for recalls, making it the perfect time to understand recalls further as a consumer. 

• What cars are more likely to be recalled?

• Tesla recalls these cars over possibly torn airbags

Video of the week

We love the G-Wagon, but what’s behind owning a used Mercedes G-Wagon?

The guys over at The Fast Lane discuss it, with some surprising results.

IN THE KNOW

Car theft increased since the pandemic. These are the worst states

The pandemic affected the automotive industry in more ways than we could imagine. 

Supply issues caused a drop in quality. Inventory issues made new cars too expensive, creating a shortage, which led to used cars becoming almost unpayable. 

These consequences impacted us as consumers in another way, one that we might not have predicted.

Car theft has grown exponentially, with many criminals using them as getaway vehicles, selling them for parts, or exporting them to high-paying markets. 

So, which states have more car theft?

This article covers the most dangerous states and provides tips to increase your safety. Check it out and comment with your thoughts!

Thinking about buying a new car? Here are 18 reasons why you shouldn’t!

Last week, we covered reasons why you should buy a new car.

While researching for this newsletter, we came across an article stating the opposite. 

It has many solid arguments against buying a new car, while others are a bit on the lighter side (although the new car smell is nice). 

We decided to share it with you and read your thoughts.

Do you believe these arguments against buying a new car are solid? Let us know with a reply. 

US bans Chinese and Russian car parts

Decades ago, we wouldn’t have thought that vehicles would become crucial to diplomatic tensions. The world wasn’t as integrated back then. 

However, as we’ve become more dependent on technology, American vehicles relied more on foreign technology.

This made some components cheaper, but this price drop was risky, especially in tense times. 

That’s why the US government is taking action.

Recently, it banned Chinese and Russian vehicle components, but what are the implications? Implementing the ban could be much more complex than anyone imagines.

This article explains the possible evolution of this crucial moment in automotive history.  

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OUR THOUGHTS

We came up with 615 names for your Wrangler

We know that creative processes can be intimidating.

Trust us, starting with a blank page for this newsletter every week is hard. 

One such creative process is naming your vehicle.

We love doing it, and we know you also like it. (Extra points if your name includes any variant on rubber duck). 

So, if you’re uninspired, we’ve created 615 excellent names for your Jeep Wrangler.

Feel free to use any of them, and let us know if there are others we didn’t mention! 

BEST AND WORST

Avoid buying these SUVs!

Yep, the headline is that blunt!

Consumers love SUVs. What’s hard about choosing the best SUV is that there are so many options. 

At the same time, we always hear about the most reliable SUVs, but articles don’t always dive into those you should avoid. 

So, in this article, we cover many SUVs that you shouldn’t even approach with a 10-foot stick.

The article includes everything from small to luxury options. Let us know if you agree! 

TIPS AND KNOW-HOW

Can you tint a leased car? Let’s talk about that! 

Leasing a car is an excellent option for many. As long as the financial aspect works for you, it has many benefits. 

However, some leasing plans can come loaded with restrictions, taking some points away from ownership fun.

At the same time, some people love tinting their car windows for privacy and safety. 

So, can you tint a leased car?

The answer is more complex than you might think, and we decided to research the topic. Here’s what we found out! 

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