Best Stick Shift Cars with Great MPG Under $7,500

If you’re looking for an affordable car that’s fun to drive and easy on gas, stick shifts are still one of the best-kept secrets under $7,500. Manual transmissions give you more control, often cost less to maintain, and usually squeeze out better fuel economy than their automatic counterparts. I’ve owned and tested a few of … Read more

How to Clean the MAF Sensor in a Ford Explorer

When my Ford Explorer started running a little rough—hesitating during acceleration and guzzling more gas than usual—I had a hunch it was time to check the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor. If you’ve never heard of it, the MAF sensor plays a key role in how your engine “breathes.” It measures the air entering your … Read more

2025 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro vs Ford Maverick Tremor: Off‑Road Edition

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When it comes to off-road-ready trucks in 2025, two names stand out in the midsize market: the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro and the Ford Maverick Tremor. One is a long-established off-road legend; the other, a clever compact truck carving out a new niche. If you’re cross-shopping these two, here’s how they stack up in price, … Read more