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21-07-2025
- Automotive
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I Have Driven Over 250 Car Models: These Are the 3 Best and Worst for Your Money
With so many models and options on the market, choosing the right car for your money isn't easy. The wrong choice leaves you trapped in a money pit, draining your finances with repair costs, poor gas mileage and lack of options to recoup your investment. But the right car purchase serve you well for years with affordable upkeep, great fuel economy and strong resale value. Find Out: Check Out: To help you get the most bang for your buck, we spoke to Melanie Musson, an auto industry expert with to get her opinion on the car models she thinks are the best value, as well as which are the worst. Best Values Honda Civic The Honda Civic is a compact sedan with great fuel efficiency, with an EPA rating of up to 36 mpg combined for models with the 1.5L turbo engine. The base model 2024 Honda Civic LX has a starting MSRP of $23,950. Don't let the small size fool you — the Civic's well-designed interior gives you plenty of room for passengers and cargo. Its strong resale value and low maintenance costs make it a smart choice for those seeking a dependable and economical vehicle. 'They have very few problems even when they reach high mileage,' said Musson. 'They're luxurious at a budget price.' Good To Know: Honda Odyssey If you're looking for a minivan, the Honda Odyssey is a great pick. The cavernous interior provides comfortable seating for up to eight passengers, and the powerful V6 engine delivers smooth performance while still achieving a respectable 22 mpg combined. The starting MSRP is $38,240, and it will serve you well for over 200,000 miles with just routine maintenance. 'The Honda Civic and Honda Odyssey are two of the most reliable vehicles,' said Musson. 'Their safety features make you feel secure.' Subaru Outback The Subaru Outback is a rugged midsize SUV with all-wheel-drive capability and solid fuel efficiency at 29 mpg combined. The roomy interior carries a lot of cargo. Subaru is also known for its durability — you should expect it to last well beyond 200,000 miles with proper maintenance. 'Subaru Outbacks are great buys for your money,' Musson said. 'The all-wheel-drive standard feature is hard to beat. The interior has a great, user-friendly design. They're workhorses and will provide reliable service for years.' Worst Values Ram 2500/3500 Diesel If you're in the market for a truck, you may want to think twice about the diesel engine RAM 2500 or 3500. You might be drawn to the macho image of heavy-duty trucks, but diesel engines require more expensive maintenance and repairs. 'One of the worst vehicles for your money is a Ram diesel,' Musson said. 'The parts on a diesel truck are ridiculously expensive. Not every mechanic will work on a diesel, so your options for repair shops are limited. The parts fail, and you'll need repairs frequently.' But what makes these trucks a bad value is their poor fuel economy. With an estimated 15-20 mpg combined, you'll spend big bucks at the pump. Diesel fuel also tends to be more expensive than gas, which will add up over time. Land Rover Range Rover Another worst buy, according to Musson, is the Land Rover Range Rover. While they're undeniably stylish, she says they're a maintenance nightmare. 'Their starting price is high, so you'd expect reliability,' said Musson. 'That's not the case though. They're one of the least reliable vehicles, and they're frustrating when parts start breaking down.' The starting MSRP for the 2024 model is $107,400. For most buyers, these luxury SUVs just aren't worth the financial pain. Ford Focus The Ford Focus has been a popular choice for car buyers on a budget for a long time. Ford has recently stopped making the Focus. You might be tempted to get an even better bargain by picking up a used one. But even for the price, they underperform consistently. One of the main issues is poor reliability. 'Skip the Ford Focus,' said Musson. 'It's a budget car to begin with, so at least you're not spending a ton on the purchase price. However, it's the kind of car that just has a lot of annoying problems like window electronics that stop working and a noisy ride.' You might get a great deal upfront, but the high likelihood of costly repairs and low resale value make it a poor choice. More From GOBankingRates Mark Cuban Warns of 'Red Rural Recession' -- 4 States That Could Get Hit Hard 10 Genius Things Warren Buffett Says To Do With Your Money 7 Tax Loopholes the Rich Use To Pay Less and Build More Wealth This article originally appeared on I Have Driven Over 250 Car Models: These Are the 3 Best and Worst for Your Money
Yahoo
04-06-2025
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LIVE UPDATES: St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway winners
POOLER, Ga. (WSAV) — The 2025 St. Jude Dream Home giveaway campaign is wrapping up right now. There are four prizes that will be drawn by WSAV's Ben Senger live on WSAV News 3 from the Dream Home. Janis Barrett of Hinesville was the lucky winner for the first bonus prize! The first drawing was for a luxury vacation to Montage Palmetto Bluff, which is valued at $10,000. It's a three-night stay in a River View Cottage. It includes breakfast for two daily, one dinner in the River House and after-dinner drinks in Hush. You will also receive a private tour of the nature preserve with a naturalist. The second prize is a new car. Courtesy of Southern Motors, the winner gets to choose between a 2025 Jeep Compass and a 2025 Honda Civic LX. The final bonus prize is tickets to a Savannah Bananas game courtesy of WSAV. One lucky winner will receive WSAV's four club seats for the game on Friday, Aug. 22, at Grayson Stadium. The final drawing is for the St. Jude Dream Home! Landmark24 Homes and its subcontractors built the home at zero cost to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in the Harmony subdivision. It will have three bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms and will be around 2,300 square feet. The estimated value is $580,000. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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22-04-2025
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'I forgive you': Mother of teen killed by Buckeye driver begs for answers
The Brief After nearly five years, the mother of Anaiah Walker says she continues to look for answers surrounding her daughter's May 2020 hit-and-run death in Buckeye. Sherika Rhymes, Walker's mother, says she forgives the person who did it and asks for them to turn themselves in. BUCKEYE, Ariz. - It's been almost five years since 16-year-old Anaiah Walker was struck and killed in Buckeye. No suspect has been found. What they're saying "Today would have been my daughter's 21st," said Walker's mother, Sherika Rhymes, in an interview on April 21. Flowers, balloons, and a sparkly pair of shoes adorn Walker's gravesite for her golden birthday. Her family is seeking answers nearly five years after her tragic death. What we know On May 22, 2020, the 16-year-old was struck while standing in the median of I-10 near the Watson Road exit in Buckeye. The driver took off, leaving Walker dead. "We want answers," Rhymes said, holding back tears. "My family is here today. I don't stand alone. We're exhausted." Prior to her death, police say she had been a victim of child sex trafficking. But the rest remains a mystery. Silent Witness is offering a $12,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. Investigators were able to determine some details about the car that hit Walker. "Detectives gathered up broken car parts left at the scene, tested and analyzed them, and were able to determine the unknown suspect was most likely driving a 2016-2018 Honda Civic LX or LE," Buckeye Police Spokesperson Carissa Planalp said. Walker's family says someone out there knows why and how exactly she died. They're asking for answers. "I forgive you already, I do. I've asked the most high to forgive you as well, and give you a conscience to come forward," Rhymes said. What you can do Anyone with information can call Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS. You can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward.
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09-04-2025
- Automotive
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Only two days left to be eligible for St. Jude Dream Home bonus prize
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Southern Motors is supporting the 2025 St. Jude Dream Home giveaway by offering a brand new car as a bonus prize. If you buy your ticket before 11:59 p.m. April 11, you'll be entered into a separate drawing for a car. You can choose between a 2025 Jeep Compass and a 2025 Honda Civic LX. Georgia residents have two ways to enter: You can reserve a ticket online or call 800-383-9844 to reserve your $100 ticket. South Carolina residents (and residents of any other state) must call the number to enter. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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04-04-2025
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I-10 billboard depicts $12K reward in case of 2020 Buckeye hit-and-run that killed teen
For the third year in a row, authorities are using a billboard and offering a reward to help find who in May 2020 took 16-year-old Anaiah Walker's life in a suspected hit-and-run on Interstate 10. Buckeye police said the department and Silent Witness were offering a $12,000 cash reward to land a suspect in Walker's killing while the case is featured on electronic billboards along I-10 near Miller Road. The teen was found dead on May 22, 2020, on the I-10 median west of Watson Road. Police determined her injuries indicated she was hit by a car, either a 2016-2018 Honda Civic LX or LE with midnight burgundy pearl as the vehicle's factory color. "You left as if my daughter was trash, and she belonged to me and I loved her very much," Walker's mother, Sherika Rhymes, said in 2022. Her mother said her daughter had plans to work in the medical field. Walker's cause of death was ruled by the medical examiner's office to from "high-velocity impact." Police said in late 2022 that it was thought she was being trafficked. The billboard's message will be seen through the end of May. Anyone with information on the case is asked to call 480-WITNESS (948-6377) or 480-TESTIGO (837-8446) for Spanish speakers to remain anonymous and be eligible for the cash reward. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: I-10 billboard unveiled in 2020 Buckeye teen's hit-and-run death
