The automobile world is full of names, terms, and abbreviations. One of the simplest terms - compact car - is one that is also open to interpretation, and some vehicles can straddle different classes.

VW’s CEO says tightening emissions rules make small gas cars too expensive to save—clearing the way for a new wave of ...

When shopping for a new vehicle, you’ve probably encountered the salesperson asking what segment you’re looking to buy into. If you meet his question with a confused look, the follow-up will probably ...

Toyota is a master of creating small cars, but faces tough competition from the likes of Hyundai and Kia. Here is how they ...

Don't let their size fool you; the best small electric cars today are punching well above their weight in terms of value and capability. The EV market’s rapid expansion means owning a new, ...

The compact car segment is incredibly popular. You can get a brand-new compact car for under $30,000 in 2025. One compact car provides the most value in terms of performance, efficiency and standard ...

President Donald Trump has a tiny solution to a big problem: have US factories manufacture very small cars, like the ones found in Asia and Europe, to drive down giant price tags.

If you’re shopping for a new car, chances are you’re considering one or more of the seven compact SUVs in this comparison test; taken together, roughly 1 in 10 new vehicles sold in 2024 was one of ...

For more than a decade, the three best-selling models in the United States were consistently the full-size trucks built by the Detroit Three automakers. The Ford F F-Series has been America’s ...

When considering the best new compact cars, prices range from around $25,000 to $34,000+, with several compact luxury cars starting at $50,000 and above. The best alternative? Buying a reliable used ...

Actively reporting, writing, and editing on automotive news and since 2021, Dave has brought his acerbic wit and love of European car culture to brands such as HotCars, CarBuzz,and TopSpeed.