Alex Showalter

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About

Alex is an automotive enthusiast with over 15 years of experience in the used car market. He brings a wealth of knowledge to Vehicle History as our Staff Writer and has written hundreds of used car reviews helping buyers make informed purchasing decisions. He is a member of the Automotive Press Association, and keeps up-to-date on the latest changes in the industry. Over the years, he has driven hundreds of cars, working on many of them. His mechanical experience evolved from modifying off-road trucks as a teen to focusing on automotive electrical systems as he got older. He now specializes in reviewing used cars as an automotive journalist.

Some of his favorite brands are Toyota and BMW. The Toyota Land Cruiser is one of his favorite vehicles of all time since they’re built to last forever and can go anywhere. One of his current cars is a Lexus LX570, built on the same platform as the 200-series Land Cruiser, but it’s a better value in the used market.

About

Alex is an automotive enthusiast with over 15 years of experience in the used car market. He brings a wealth of knowledge to Vehicle History as our Staff Writer and has written hundreds of used car reviews helping buyers make informed purchasing decisions. He is a member of the Automotive Press Association, and keeps up-to-date on the latest changes in the industry. Over the years, he has driven hundreds of cars, working on many of them. His mechanical experience evolved from modifying off-road trucks as a teen to focusing on automotive electrical systems as he got older. He now specializes in reviewing used cars as an automotive journalist.

Some of his favorite brands are Toyota and BMW. The Toyota Land Cruiser is one of his favorite vehicles of all time since they’re built to last forever and can go anywhere. One of his current cars is a Lexus LX570, built on the same platform as the 200-series Land Cruiser, but it’s a better value in the used market.

Articles

The 2021 Nissan Kicks lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average transmission software and chipping paint issues reported. At $16,725 to $20,850, it’s a good value for shoppers on a budget looking...
Feb 14, 2024
The 2021 Hyundai Palisade lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average windshield and transmission software issues reported. At $28,990 to $43,998, it’s a decent value for a midsize SUV, which offers...
Feb 13, 2024
The 2021 Ford Expedition lasts around 200,000 miles, with some check engine light and excessive road noise issues reported At $37,850 to $61,350, it’s a decent value for a full size SUV that’s loaded...
Feb 12, 2024
The 2021 Kia K5 lasts around 200,000 miles, with some A/C system and battery issues reported. At $18,500 to $25,700, it’s a decent value for a midsize sedan, which is loaded with a lot of the latest...
Feb 9, 2024
The 2021 Kia Sorento lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average transmission and road noise issues reported. At $23,750 to $36,993, it’s a decent value for a midsize SUV that’s loaded with a lot of...
Feb 8, 2024
The 2021 Dodge Charger lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average brake wear and check engine light issues reported. At $24,750 to $74,000, it’s a good value for a large sedan which offers better...
Feb 7, 2024
The 2021 Buick Encore lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average battery and suspension noise issues reported. At $19,550 to $22,500, it’s a good value for a compact SUV with some luxury features...
Feb 6, 2024
The 2021 Kia Soul lasts around 175,000 miles, with some average check engine light and brake wear issues reported. At $17,275 to $25,995, it’s a great value for a small SUV with some fun design and...
Feb 5, 2024
The 2021 GMC Yukon lasts around 250,000 miles, with some average brake wear and engine noise issues reported. At $44,499 to $71,445, it’s expensive, but worth the money if you’re in the market for a...
Feb 2, 2024
The 2021 Jeep Compass lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average check engine light and brake wear issues reported. At $17,850 to $27,998, it’s a good value for shoppers on a budget, but lags...
Feb 1, 2024
The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas lasts around 200,000 miles with some average fuel pump and stereo system issues. At $24,750 to $41,998, it’s a decent value for a midsize SUV with some upscale features for...
Jan 31, 2024
The 2021 GMC Acadia lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average brake wear and transmission software issues reported. At $26,250 to $42,375, it’s a decent value for a midsize SUV, which is loaded...
Jan 30, 2024
The 2021 Ford Edge lasts around 250,000 miles, with some average transmission and stereo system issues reported. At $25,100 to $34,998, it’s a great value for a midsize SUV that’s loaded with some of...
Jan 29, 2024
The 2021 BMW X3 lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average check engine light and cracked windshield issues reported. At $28,950 to $66,500, it’s a reasonably good value for a small luxury SUV with...
Jan 26, 2024
The 2021 Dodge Durango lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average stereo system and check engine light issues reported. At $27,590 to $72,700, it’s a great value for a full-size three-row SUV with...
Jan 25, 2024
The 2021 Chevrolet Colorado lasts around 225,000 miles with some average transmission and wheel noise issues. At $22,325 to $43,750, it’s a great value for a compact truck with a very high towing...
Jan 24, 2024
The 2021 Toyota Prius lasts around 300,000 miles, with some minor windshield and wheel bearing issues reported. At $21,430 to $32,000, it’s a great value for a compact hybrid car with a practical...
Jan 23, 2024
The 2021 Nissan Versa lasts around 200,000 miles with some average wheel noise and check engine light issues. At $12,995 to $17,350, it’s a decent value for a compact car, but there are some more...
Jan 22, 2024
The 2021 Lexus NX lasts around 300,000 miles, with some minor paint and wheel noise issues reported. At $31,350 to $40,850, it’s a great value for a luxury SUV with more affordable running costs than...
Jan 19, 2024
The 2021 Toyota Venza lasts around 250,000 miles, with some minor center console and gas tank issues reported. At $28,250 to $38,500, it’s a great value for a midsize SUV with some of the latest...
Jan 18, 2024
The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average brake wear and engine sensor issues reported. At $19,975 to $39,998, it’s a good value for a compact SUV with plenty of advanced...
Jan 17, 2024
The 2021 Audi Q5 lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average battery and transmission issues reported. At $26,375 to $45,900, it’s a great value for a luxury SUV with some of the latest technology...
Jan 16, 2024
The 2021 Ram ProMaster lasts around 150,000 miles, with some average transmission and stereo system issues reported. At $26,350 to $39,850, it’s a decent value for a full size van, but it’s not a...
Jan 15, 2024
The 2021 Mercedes GLE lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average battery drain and safety sensor issues reported. At $42,650 to $96,750, it’s expensive, but worth the money if you’re in the market...
Jan 12, 2024
The 2021 Volkswagen Jetta lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average brake wear and stereo system issues reported. At $16,000 to $26,950, it’s a great value for a compact car with an upscale cabin...
Jan 11, 2024