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08/01/2026

The Ford F-150 has been America's best-selling vehicle for more than 40 years thanks to its capability and comfort. That's more true now than ever as shoppers increasingly look to pickup trucks as family vehicles and not simply tools to get a job done. But while the F-150 is the big name in full-size pickup trucks, it's not the only option.

We're going to take a look at other full-size pickups you should consider along with some smaller trucks that might better suit your needs.

The Ford F-150 is America's best-selling vehicle, but it's not for everyone. Check out some of the best alternatives to the F-150.

07/11/2026

The full-size pickup truck has never been more popular, with shoppers choosing them for their do-everything capability, roomy cabins, advanced tech, and surprising on-road comfort. We're comparing the Chevrolet Silverado and the Ram 1500 to figure out which of these trucks best fits your needs.

Comparing two full-size pickups to figure out which is best for you.

06/27/2026

The compact sedan may not be America's first choice when shopping for their next car, but these small cars remain popular, especially with first-time buyers. Three of the most popular sedans still available, the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, and Nissan Sentra, all offer some combination of affordability and good fuel economy while being a lot easier to park than a big SUV.

Three popular compact sedans, one winner

05/22/2026

We compare two midsize trucks, the Toyota Tacoma and Nissan Frontier, to help you figure out which is the right choice for you. Is the Frontier's affordability enough to beat out the class favorite? 🚙

Is the redesigned Toyota Tacoma king of the midsize pickups? Or is the Nissan Frontier a contender for the throne? Check out this clash of the midsize titans.

04/17/2026

People are spending, on average, about $50,000 on new car purchases today, for mostly mainstream vehicles and brands. If they spent the same amount on a used car, it would open up more opportunities to drive something special: An attainable dream car. 🚙

If you shop used, an attainable dream car is possible, for roughly the same price as the average new car.

04/08/2026

is officially OPEN! 🎉 Last night we celebrated with so many special moments, including our very own Chief Marketing Officer Sarah Lane cutting the ribbon, Jim Madison a current CarMax associate who sold the very first CarMax car throwing out the first pitch, fans taking part in the CarMax farthest from home trivia game, a fireworks finale, and a win for the !

Richmond, we’re proud to call you home. 💙💛

03/27/2026

Toyota fully redesigned the Tacoma for 2024, updating one of its most popular vehicles. But is the newer truck the right choice for you? Or are you better off sticking with the previous-generation Tacoma? We weigh the pros and cons. 🚙

Which Tacoma generation should you buy? We've got the answer.

12/20/2025

The Ford Explorer kicked off America's love affair with SUVs, but the competition has long ago caught up with the midsize SUV. The Kia Sorento is a perfect example of an upstart coming for the Explorer's crown. 🚙

The Ford Explorer and Kia Sorento are different takes on a family-friendly three-row midsize SUV. We compare them in detail so you can pick the right one.

12/05/2025

The Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Nissan Rogue are three of the most popular vehicles on sale. But which one is right for you? We dive into the pros and cons of these compact SUVs to help you answer that question. 🚙

The Toyota RAV4 is the best-selling compact SUV, but is it the right choice over the Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue?

11/17/2025

When Paige Bueckers wants a car partnership, the universe listens. Not only did she wanna drive, she manifested it. Welcome to Team CarMax, Paige!