Craig Fitzgerald
Craig began his automotive writing career in 1996, at AutoSite.com, one of the first online resources for car buyers. Over the years, he's written for the Boston Globe, Forbes, and Hagerty. For seven years, he was the editor at Hemmings Sports & Exotic Car, and today, he's the automotive editor at Drive magazine. He's dad to a son and daughter, and plays rude guitar in a garage band in Worcester, Massachusetts.
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The Best AWD Cars for Under $10K in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
All-wheel drive (AWD) cars have benefits even for drivers who never see snow or rain—and they can be found for less than $10,...
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The Best Cars for College Students in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
When your teen heads off to college, that often means they’ll need a car. We've compiled a list of vehicles from popular segm...
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The Best Cars to Tow Behind an RV in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
Not many new models can be towed behind an RV. We’ve identified several that are recommended for flat-towing according to the...
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The Best Concept Cars That Made It to Production
by Craig Fitzgerald
Throughout history, magazines, television shows and websites have focused on the wildest concept cars at auto shows in some o...
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The Best Minivans for Towing in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
Think you need to look at crossovers or midsize pickups to tow a trailer? Some minivans can tackle your towing duties, too. A...
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The Best Used Cars Under $5,000 in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
Exotic cars notwithstanding, you can get just about any used car you'd like for less than $5,000. We’ve combed CarGurus’ list...
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The Best Trucks Under $25,000 in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
New trucks cost more than ever, but the prices of used ones finally seem to be cooling. You still can't find the latest and f...
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The Best Sports Cars Under $30k to Buy in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
You can buy some great sports cars with less than $30,000 to spend.

The Best Used SUVs Under $15,000 in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
Used cars have grown more expensive, just like new cars. But you can still find a good used vehicle in sub-$15,000 price rang...
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The Best Used SUVs Under $20,000 in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
These days you won’t find a mainstream manufacturer without at least one SUV in its lineup. We think for $20,000 you can find...
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The Best Vans for Camper Conversions in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
If you need a self-contained, affordable, and mobile home base, a van offers several advantages over converted school buses a...
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The Best Vehicles Under $10,000 With a Manual Transmission in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
The manual transmission is gradually disappearing from the automotive landscape, but there are still good cars and SUVs avail...
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The Cars We Wish We’d Bought 10 Years Ago
by Craig Fitzgerald
They say hindsight is 20/20. In this case, hindsight is 2010, because there are a bunch of cars we wish we’d purchased back t...
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The Safest Used Cars Under $8,000 for Teens in 2026
by Craig Fitzgerald
Parents seeking affordability and safety in a used car for their teens shouldn’t need to compromise. CarGurus poured over NHT...
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Honda Odyssey Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
by Craig Fitzgerald
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Honda Odyssey, covering every generation since its 1994 introduction...
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Nissan Altima Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
by Craig Fitzgerald
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Nissan Altima, covering every generation since 1993. Whether you're ...
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Chevrolet Colorado Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
by Craig Fitzgerald
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Chevrolet Colorado, covering every generation since 2004. Whether yo...
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How to Transfer a Car Title to a Family Member
by Craig Fitzgerald
How do you transfer a car title to a family member? Our jargon-free guide walks you through the process in simple steps.

How to Buy a Car With Bad Credit
by Craig Fitzgerald
Your credit score is a critical element when acquiring a car loan. Particularly if you have poor credit, it’s important to un...
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Toyota MR2 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
by Craig Fitzgerald
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Toyota MR2, covering every generation since 1985. Whether you're a f...
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Ford Explorer Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
by Craig Fitzgerald
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Ford Explorer, covering every generation since 1991. Whether you're ...
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Ford Ranger Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
by Craig Fitzgerald
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Ford Ranger, covering every generation since 1983. Whether you're a ...
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Chrysler 300 Buying Guide: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
by Craig Fitzgerald
Discover the ultimate buying guide for purchasing a used Chrysler 300, covering every generation since the modern 300 debuted...
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How to Sell Your Vintage or Classic Car
by Craig Fitzgerald
Selling a classic car is different from selling your average run-of-the-mill used car, and there are a few things you should ...
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