Getting your first car is a rite of passage for most people. Having the kind of freedom that a car gives you at a young age is like nothing else, and it's an even bigger deal when you're into cars.

I could make the argument that the most important car in your life is actually your first car.

There’s something about your first car that sticks with you. Maybe it was a hand-me-down that smelled like your dad’s aftershave and oil changes. Maybe you saved every paycheck for a used hatchback ...

If you’re shopping for your first car in 2025 or helping someone do it, the number of choices can feel overwhelming. Electric cars are getting cheaper (but not cheap), SUVs are everywhere, and used ...

Everybody remembers their first car. It could’ve been magical or a disaster, depending on what your budget was and which model you chose. Whatever the case, buying your first car is a major life ...

Peter earned a Bachelor of Archeology and Creative Writing from the University of Alabama and has since joined his love of driving and riding with storytelling. His voice is full of southern ...