Lisa Conant grew up in Canada around a solid contingency of gear heads and DIY motor enthusiasts and isn't afraid to get some grime under her own fingernails. She is an eclectic writer with a varied repertoire in the automotive industry, writing numerous product round-ups and reviews, how-to-guides, and research pieces with a focus on daily drivers and recreational vehicles. When she's not writing about lift kits and paint chip solutions, you can find her hanging out in New Hampshire with her family and her car-hating cats.
Lisa has written automotive reviews and features for Car Bibles and The Drive.
Summary Lift supports keep your trunk, hood, hatch, or liftgate up. A broken lift support can cause injuries and damage…
Summary Recommended driveshaft brands include TrueDrive, A1 Cardone, Crown, DSS, RT Off-Road, and Dorman. Replace your driveshafts when they’re causing…
Summary The top six car air filter brands today are Replacement, FRAM, K&N, Motorcraft, Hastings, and Bosch.Air filters are usually…
Summary Some of the best brands for headlights compatible with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 are Replacement, Anzo, ReplaceXL, and JC…
Summary Some of the best radiators in the market are the Replacement P1193, Motorcraft RAD-219, and CSF 3312 products. If…
Summary A running board serves as a step underneath your truck’s doors, allowing you and your passengers to easily get…
Summary An exhaust header is an aftermarket exhaust manifold upgrade that reduces back pressure by making it easier for the…
Summary Power steering pumps are designed to help you steer your vehicle with minimal effort. Some of the best power…
Summary The Saturn Vue is a well-received SUV with a reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 from RepairPal.The Vue…
Summary The Tiguan earned average scores on most reliability ratings, but most owners might find themselves going on more trips…
Summary Though popular, the BMW 328i has received middling reliability scores from drivers all over the world, scoring only 2.5…
Summary The Jeep Grand Cherokee is one of the most prominent midsize SUVs because of its ability to go off-road…
Summary The Mazda 6 is a reliable sedan, achieving a reliability rating of 4 out of 5 from RepairPal and…
Summary The Nissan Juke is a reliable subcompact SUV with an excellent RepairPal rating of 4.0 out of 5.0.Some noteworthy…
Summary The Mitsubishi Outlander is a reliable SUV with a 4.0 out of 5.0 rating from RepairPal. However, some of…
Summary RepairPal gave the Range Rover Evoque a reliability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, ranking it 9th out of…
Summary The Chrysler 300 scored fairly well in major reliability ratings and has a good safety reputation.Some of the top…
Summary RepairPal gives the Chevy Cruze a reliability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, ranking it 26th out of 36…
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Summary Tie rod ends are the ball-and-socket joints that convey motion from the steering gear to the steering knuckle. Recommended…
Summary Choosing a good shock and strut mount is crucial if you want to have a comfortable ride with good…
Summary Some of the best wheel bearing hub assemblies include the TrueDrive REPC283707, the Timken 513188, and the MOOG 513298,…
Summary A strut is a suspension system component that dampens the oscillations of the coil spring, allowing for a smoother…
Summary While expensive to replace, the catalytic converter plays a vital role in reducing your vehicle’s toxic emissions. Replacing it…
Summary Flowmaster, Borl, Crown, Magnaflow, Dynomax, and MBRP are some of the best aftermarket brands that manufacture exhaust systems. A…
Summary It’s dangerous to drive with faulty or broken headlights and illegal to operate your vehicle without them, so replace…
Summary Six of the best ignition coil brands for Ford F-150 trucks include DriveWire®, Motorcraft, Standard, Aceon, MSD, and Delphi.…
Summary The control arm is a critical part of the suspension system that links the wheel flange or knuckle to…
Summary The best shocks for your truck will depend on your driving preferences and how high you want your truck…
Summary Both new and used all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles are great for those living in icy climates.Second-generation Ford Fusions, fifth-generation…
Summary You can add Android Auto to your older vehicle by replacing the head unit with one that has Android…
Summary Lowering your vehicle can improve its stability because it will have a lower center of gravity.This modification includes altering…
Summary Although Ford is recognized as a multi-national auto corporation, it remains an American-made car brand. As of writing, Ford…
Summary The Mazda 3 is one of the most reliable compact sedans, with a high reliability rating of 4.0 out…
Summary Although the Jeep Compass has received mixed reviews regarding its reliability, the model still has above-average ratings from RepairPal,…
Summary The Infiniti G37 is a reliable luxury midsize car with a reliability score of 4.0 out of 5.0 from…
Summary With a 3.5 out of 5.0 rating from RepairPal, GMC Terrains are generally reliable SUVs. GMC Terrains can last…
Summary Drivers have lauded the Traverse for its moderate reliability, decent longevity, and average repair costs. The Chevrolet Traverse is…
Summary If you’re looking for a dependable vehicle with more passenger and cargo space, consider a Chevrolet Impala.The Chevrolet Impala…
Summary The Hummer H2 has decent reliability, With J.D. Power giving the 2009 model a score of 3 out of…
Summary The Chevrolet Colorado has an average resale value and keeps a residual value of 18% after five years.The Chevy…
Summary The Volvo S40 is generally considered a reliable vehicle because of its decent ownership costs, great gas mileage, and…
Summary The Buick LeSabre is a solid daily driver. Cars.com users have given the 2005 Buick LeSabre an outstanding reliability…
Summary The Mercury Mariner currently keeps 15% to 25% of its original value and will depreciate 12% in the next…
Summary RepairPal gave the model a 3.8 out of 5.0 consumer rating, while Cars.com gave it an average score of…
Summary Used Ford Freestyles enjoy good reliability ratings. The 2006 model earned a score of 4.4 out of 5 from…
Summary The BMW Z4 is a luxury compact car known for good fuel economy compared to other luxury sports cars.…
Summary The Isuzu Rodeo is a generally well-received sports utility vehicle that got a reliability rating of 4.4 out of…
Summary Suzuki Grand Vitaras are generally considered inexpensive SUVs in the used car market.In terms of reliability, the 2013 model…
Summary Lexus vehicles are reliable, and the ES330 isn’t any different. Some owners have even claimed it’s the best car…
Summary The Land Rover Discovery is a midsize SUV known for its powerful turbocharged engine, plush interior, and great off-road…
Summary The Pontiac Vibe is a compact car known to have impressive crash test scores and great fuel economy across…
Summary Compared to other vehicles in its class, the Lexus ES 350 has lower annual repair and maintenance costs.This luxury…
Summary The Lincoln Town Car is an extremely reliable vehicle, ranking 2nd out of 30 cars in its class, according…
Summary RepairPal gave the Jeep Commander a score of 3.5 out of 5.0 in terms of reliability. This ranks the…
Summary Despite its sleek look, the BMW X5 is not the most reliable SUV, getting a reliability rating of only…
Summary The Buick Lucerne enjoys average reliability scores. RepairPal gave it a rating of 3.5 out of 5.0, ranking it…
Summary RepairPal gave the model a reliability rating of 4.3 out of 5, ranking it 1st out of the 32…
Summary The Chevy HHR is a dependable SUV. RepairPal scored it a 4.0 out of 5.0 in terms of reliability,…
Summary The BMW 335i is a luxury midsize car known for its superb comfort and outstanding performance. RepairPal gave the…
Summary The Mitsubishi Lancer is fairly reliable. RepairPal gave it a 3.5 out of 5.0 reliability score, and many owners…
Summary The Lincoln LS has an above-average customer rating of 3.8 out of 5 from RepairPal. Drivers of the Lincoln…
Summary The Kia Soul is a reliable and cheap-to-own subcompact SUV. RepairPal gave this model a 4.5 out of 5.0…
Summary The Lexus LS430 has as many strengths as it does weaknesses, with a reliability rating of 2.5 out of…
Summary The Nissan Versa Note is a reliable hatchback, with a reliability rating of 4.0 out of 5.0 from RepairPal.Drivers…
Summary RepairPal users gave the GX470 a 3.9 out of 5.0 in terms of reliability. The annual repair and maintenance…
Summary The Lincoln Navigator is a full-size luxury SUV with superb handling and excellent fuel economy.The Lincoln Navigator has a…
Summary The Nissan Quest is a comfortable minivan built for hauling both cargo and family. RepairPal gave the Nissan Quest…
Summary The Volkswagen Golf has above-average reliability ratings with a 4.0 out of 5.0 from RepairPal and a slightly reduced…
Summary The Nissan 350Z is a reliable car that offers superb comfort and outstanding performance. Its resale value depreciates about…
Summary Users on Cars.com have given it an overall score of 4.7 out of 5.0 based on its performance and…
Summary The users on RepairPal gave the Saab 9-3 a reliability score of 4.0 out of 5.0. The annual cost…
Summary The Infiniti G35 has a powerful engine that makes it fun to drive. It’s also fairly reliable, with the…
Summary The Toyota Matrix has good reliability scores from RepairPal and J.D. Power, with a score of 4.0 out of…
Summary RepairPal gave the Toyota Yaris a score of 4.5 out of 5.0 in terms of reliability. This puts it…
Summary The Kia Sedona is a reliable minivan, with RepairPal ranking it first among eight other minivans in its class.CarEdge…
Summary The Hyundai Tucson has a sharp depreciation rate of 23% after five years.The Hyundai Tucson received good reliability ratings,…
Summary The Nissan Titan is an iconic full-size truck that scored 3.5 out of 5.0 on RepairPal’s reliability rating. It…
Summary The Subaru Legacy is a testament to how well the automaker is able to retain its models’ resale values,…
Summary RepairPal gave the Dodge Charger a 3.4 out of 5.0 in terms of reliability.If you follow your vehicle’s service…
Summary The Nissan Versa received fair scores on all major reliability ratings. The most common problems reported by owners include…
Summary Many Ford F-150 owners invest in fender flares as an aesthetic upgrade and also to prevent road debris from…
Summary The Hyundai Santa Fe consistently ranks among the top five most reliable vehicles of its class. RepairPal has given…
Summary The latest Nissan Frontier trucks have excellent handling and ride quality, while older ones remain good investments with proper…
Summary The Honda Odyssey has a decent reliability score of 3.5 out of 5.0 from RepairPal, but some year models…
Summary The Ford Escape is a generally well-received car with a rating of 4 out of 5 from RepairPal in…
Summary The Nissan Maxima is generally reliable, with many of its year models having a good reliability rating. RepairPal gave…
Summary The Hyundai Sonata is one of the easiest and most economical vehicles to maintain. It offers great gas mileage…
Summary The Ford Ranger enjoys an average reliability score of 4.1 out of 5 from the National Automobile Dealers Association…
Summary The Honda Civic is widely known as one of the most reliable cars and among the cheapest to maintain.…