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YouTube Video RkxFQVRQOTVOTTdpRVJFWEJnRF94VFFRLjIxQjk2QTE2OEIwNzlGNEM The Supreme Court struck down major import tariffs.

So… why aren’t car prices dropping overnight?

In this video, I break down what the ruling actually means for:

• New car prices
• Used car prices
• Monthly payments
• Lease deals
• Dealer inventory
• Incentives
• Automaker profits

Right now, the average new vehicle price in America is just over $50,000. The average monthly payment is pushing toward $800. Used cars are still averaging around $26,000.

The U.S. still sold roughly 16 million vehicles last year.

So this decision landed in an expensive — but very active — market.

Here’s what most people don’t understand:

Sticker prices rarely fall first.

Financing changes first.

Lower interest rates.
Better lease deals.
More cash incentives.

That’s where buyers will likely see movement.

Then comes inventory replacement — which takes two to six months to show up at dealers.

And then there’s the wildcard: potential tariff refunds worth tens of billions of dollars. If manufacturers recover that money, competition will determine how much actually reaches consumers.

Used cars move last.
Dealers are stuck balancing high-cost inventory against incoming lower-cost replacements.
And the brands that move first will tell you exactly how serious they are about winning customers.

This isn’t about politics.

It’s about math.

And that math just shifted.
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Supreme Court Kills Tariffs… So Why Aren’t Cars Cheaper?
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The Supreme Court struck down major import tariffs.

So… why aren’t car prices dropping overnight?

In this video, I break down what the ruling actually means for:

• New car prices
• Used car prices
• Monthly payments
• Lease deals
• Dealer inventory
• Incentives
• Automaker profits

Right now, the average new vehicle price in America is just over $50,000. The average monthly payment is pushing toward $800. Used cars are still averaging around $26,000.

The U.S. still sold roughly 16 million vehicles last year.

So this decision landed in an expensive — but very active — market.

Here’s what most people don’t understand:

Sticker prices rarely fall first.

Financing changes first.

Lower interest rates.
Better lease deals.
More cash incentives.

That’s where buyers will likely see movement.

Then comes inventory replacement — which takes two to six months to show up at dealers.

And then there’s the wildcard: potential tariff refunds worth tens of billions of dollars. If manufacturers recover that money, competition will determine how much actually reaches consumers.

Used cars move last.
Dealers are stuck balancing high-cost inventory against incoming lower-cost replacements.
And the brands that move first will tell you exactly how serious they are about winning customers.

This isn’t about politics.

It’s about math.

And that math just shifted.
Supreme Court Kills Tariffs… So Why Aren’t Cars Cheaper?
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What if you could get luxury design, real driving dynamics, and premium features… without luxury pricing?

The 2026 Mazda CX-50 might be that SUV.

Built in Alabama and engineered with Mazda’s driver-first philosophy, the CX-50 blends upscale materials, confident handling, available turbo power, and available all-wheel drive into a compact SUV that feels far more expensive than it is.

In this video, I break down:

• Real-world performance and MPG
• Interior quality and technology updates
• Cargo space and daily usability
• Available turbo engine vs standard power
• Ride quality and driving feel
• How it compares to Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Subaru Forester
• Who should buy it — and who should skip it

The CX-50 isn’t trying to be flashy.

It’s trying to feel expensive without the invoice shock.

If you want a compact SUV that drives better than most of its rivals and still fits real life — this is one you should pay attention to.
2026 Mazda CX-50: Luxury Features for Family Car Money
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Most electric vehicles still feel like an experiment.

The 2026 Toyota C-HR EV doesn’t.

With up to 287 miles of range, 338 horsepower from standard dual-motor all-wheel drive, and up to 59.5 cubic feet of cargo space, this compact electric crossover is built for real life — not just launch-day headlines.

Toyota added an 11 kW onboard charger for efficient Level 2 home charging, DC fast charging from 10–80% in about 30 minutes under ideal conditions, and a NACS charge port with a NACS-to-CCS adapter for broader charging access across the U.S.

Inside, you get a 14-inch touchscreen, dual wireless Qi chargers, four levels of regenerative braking, and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 standard — including Safe Exit Alert.

No federal EV tax credit.
No gimmicks.
Just practical engineering.

In this video, I break down:
• Real-world range expectations
• Charging hardware that actually matters
• Cargo space and daily usability
• Performance numbers and why they’re relevant
• Who should buy this — and who shouldn’t

The question isn’t whether the C-HR is electric.

The question is whether this is finally the EV that behaves like a car first.
A. Toyota Finally Built an EV That Feels Normal (2026 C-HR Review)
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  • New Polestar 4
    Polestar | electric | EV

    Polestar 4 Gets Rear Window and More Space in Big Update

    ByNicole Wakelin February 24, 2026February 24, 2026

    Polestar is tweaking its top seller to make it work better for more people. The new Polestar 4 adds…

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  • Toyota C-HR 2026 EV: 287 Miles, 338 HP, Real Cargo
    Toyota | CH-R | EV | Review | SUV

    Toyota C-HR 2026 EV: 287 Miles, 338 HP, Real Cargo

    ByNik Miles February 24, 2026February 24, 2026

    The 2026 Toyota C-HR EV offers up to 287 miles of range, standard AWD, and real cargo space, without…

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  • Audi Revolut F1 Team - 2026 Launch Merchandise
    Audi | Apparel | F1 | merchandise

    Audi Brings Fans Closer to F1 with New Adidas Merchandise

    ByNik Miles February 24, 2026February 24, 2026

    Audi’s Formula 1 debut is weeks away, and the brand is giving fans a simple way to feel part…

    Read More Audi Brings Fans Closer to F1 with New Adidas MerchandiseContinue

  • The cheap little Nissan Versa is gone but the Nissan Sentra is a solid alternative.
    new cars | Sedan | Used Cars

    The $20,000 Car Is Dead in 2026: Cheap Options That Deliver

    ByNicole Wakelin February 23, 2026February 23, 2026

    The sub-$20,000 new car has vanished from the market now that Nissan ended production of the Versa. Shoppers who…

    Read More The $20,000 Car Is Dead in 2026: Cheap Options That DeliverContinue

  • 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid parked on a rooftop parking garage.
    Hybrid | electric | Plug-in hybrid

    Why Hybrids Are Suddenly the Smarter Choice Over EVs in 2026

    ByNicole Wakelin February 21, 2026February 20, 2026

    Hybrids are picking up speed in the market while full electric vehicles are slowing down. Shoppers want the efficiency…

    Read More Why Hybrids Are Suddenly the Smarter Choice Over EVs in 2026Continue

  • BMW X1 Audi Q3 and Acura ADX together on a road at sunset with a big city behind them after tariff ruling
    Tariffs | new cars

    Supreme Court Strikes Down Tariffs: Will Your Next Car Cost Less?

    ByNicole Wakelin February 20, 2026February 23, 2026

    The Supreme Court just handed a major defeat to the Trump administration by striking down the sweeping reciprocal tariffs…

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  • Mazda CX-50 hybrid on a cliffside Road
    Mazda | Money | SUV

    The 2026 Mazda CX-50 Delivers Luxury for Family Money

    ByNik Miles February 20, 2026February 20, 2026

    Mazda CX-50: Ventilated seats, a head-up display, and a 551-mile hybrid range, wrapped in a compact SUV that still…

    Read More The 2026 Mazda CX-50 Delivers Luxury for Family MoneyContinue

  • 2027 Audi RS 5 Sedan / Audi RS 5 Avant
    Audi | Plug-in hybrid | Sports Car

    Audi RS 5 Plug-In Hybrid: The Quattro Reinvention

    ByRobert Guio February 20, 2026February 20, 2026

    Audi Sport’s first high-performance PHEV is not just about power. It is about control, usability, and a new interpretation…

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  • 2026 Mazda CX-5
    Mazda | infotainment | Tech

    2026 Mazda CX-5 Makes Infotainment as Easy as Your Smartphone

    ByNicole Wakelin February 19, 2026February 17, 2026

    The 2026 Mazda CX-5 crossover is all-new with sharper exterior styling, a noticeably larger and more spacious interior, and…

    Read More 2026 Mazda CX-5 Makes Infotainment as Easy as Your SmartphoneContinue

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