Blair Travers

If it's been a few years since you last bought a new car, you might be mystified by a lot of the features you'll find on the specs list. Many of those systems are designed to help prevent collisions by either alerting you to possible danger or actively control your vehicle to avoid crashing. Consumers demand the latest safety features in their vehicles, and automakers often compete on who can offer the most as standard equipment.

Credit John M. Vincent | U.S. News & World Report America’s Favorite Cars, Trucks, and SUVs of 2025 Automakers may launch hundreds of vehicles, but only a select few make it into millions of driveways. With more choices than ever, the bestselling vehicles of early 2025 show just how broad priorities have become. From turbocharged trucks and electric vehicles (EVs) to family crossovers and compact cars, these rides fit the needs of shoppers all across the country.

Credit Scout Motors Inc.| The Truck Market Is About to Pick Up Pickup trucks have evolved well beyond their origins as bare-bones workhorses. Today’s most popular models still have the serious muscle that built the segment, but they’ve also become a lot more efficient, capable, and luxurious. More than ever, they’re loaded with creature comforts, cutting-edge tech, and versatile interiors that make them ready for work or play.