Our favorite car trends
Learn about the most interesting car trends we’ve seen.
Green-Conscious: Exploring Americans’ Views on Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
Curious about the rising popularity of green-conscious vehicles? Discover what Americans are looking for in hybrid and electric cars and learn more about buying trends of more eco-minded transportation, based on this recent survey of over 1,000 people in the U.S. and CarMax sales data from January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2020.
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Mon, Aug 23, 2021
9 Vehicles with Amazing Audio Systems
If you love to soundtrack journeys with classical arias, country legends, or powerful rock ballads, you'll want a sound system that's up to the task. For spine-tingling acoustics that turn your car into a concert hall, check out our list of 9 vehicles with amazing audio systems.
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Fri, Aug 20, 2021
How to Get the Most Miles from Your Electric Car
Driving an EV isn't that different from any other car, but if you want to maximize your electric range, read on. From accelerating smoothly to using regenerative braking, these tips will help you get the most miles from your electric car.
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Tue, Aug 17, 2021
How to Correctly Tow with a Pickup Truck
Are you new to towing or want to get started? Take a look at some essential things to know about how to tow an RV or trailer. Discover tips and towing basics and check out three popular trucks that are built for the task.
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Tue, Aug 10, 2021
Truck Cab Styles Explained: What's the Difference?
Whether you're hauling people, landscaping materials, pets, or all of the above, you want a truck cab that meets your needs. Read on to discover the differences between various cabin configurations and help clarify your choice of truck cab options.
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Wed, Jun 23, 2021
The Stick Shift Index: Do People Still Drive Stick Shift Cars in America?
Curious about who still drives stick shift cars? We looked at our data to see how sales compare over time, from state to state, and from city to city.
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Wed, Oct 7, 2020
Hit the Trails with These 7 Used Truck and SUV Off-roaders
These adventurous vehicles are ready to roll from your driveway to the great outdoors. Which size and style are the right fit for your needs? Edmunds shares seven used trucks and SUVs that were built to explore nature however you see fit.
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Thu, Aug 6, 2020
The Best All-in-One Vehicles for Summer Camping
RVs and camper trailers are great for summer camping transportation needs, but there are less expensive ways to get out into nature. Edmunds recommends five vehicles across five categories that can serve as both your daily driver and campsite transport.
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Thu, Jul 16, 2020
The 4WD/AWD Index
Thinking about buying a truck or car with four-wheel drive (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD)? CarMax data shows an increase in sales of these vehicles over the last 15 years. Here you can find our top sellers plus states and cities where 4WD and AWD vehicles sell the best.
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Tue, Mar 26, 2019
What Are the Most Popular Car Colors?
This article reveals the most and least popular car colors nationwide, based on CarMax sales data. Explore the best-selling cars by color, best-selling colors by body type, and the state where each color is most popular.
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Wed, Feb 20, 2019
The Most (and Least) Popular Places for Driving Hybrids/EVs in America
Whether you drive a hybrid or an electric vehicle, CarMax sales data reveals growing trends toward green-conscious car buying. Hybrid/EV customers are looking for more practicality by burning less fuel on their daily commutes. Popular cars include Toyota hybrid cars, Honda hybrid cars, and plug-in hybrid cars.
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Tue, Jan 29, 2019
Which Car Brands Have the Oldest (and Youngest) Buyers?
At CarMax, we’ve helped millions of customers sell and purchase their cars over the years. In this article, we share which car brands and vehicle types have the oldest and youngest buyers, using our sales data from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017.
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Fri, Aug 17, 2018