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

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2020 Hyundai Palisade Review: Unreliable Year For The Popular Midsize SUV 
The 2020 Hyundai Palisade lasts around 150,000 miles with some serious engine and software issues. At $25,275 to $42,998, it’s a bad value since you’ll wind up spending a ton of money to keep it...
Dec 1, 2023
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2020 Ford Expedition Review: Reliable Full Size SUV With Reasonable Ownership Costs
The 2020 Ford Expedition lasts around 200,000 miles, with some transmission software and check engine lights reported. At $34,350 to $75,740, it’s a good value for a large SUV with enough room for a...
Nov 30, 2023
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2020 Jeep Gladiator Review: Reasonably Reliable Small Truck With Average Ownership Costs
The 2020 Jeep Gladiator lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average steering and check engine issues reported. At $31,700 to $41,850, it’s expensive, but worth the money if you’re in the market for...
Nov 29, 2023
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2020 Dodge Charger Review: Sporty Full Size Sedan With Average Ownership Costs As It Ages
The 2020 Dodge Charger lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average check engine light and stereo system issues reported. At $24,975 to $69,350, it’s a good value for a sedan with plenty of passenger...
Nov 28, 2023
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2020 Hyundai Sonata Review: Reasonably Dependable Midsize Car With Average Running Costs
The 2020 Hyundai Sonata lasts around 200,000 miles with some check engine light and brake wear issues. At $18,400 to $29,998, it’s a good value for a midsize sedan with an upscale cabin for the money....
Nov 27, 2023
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2020 Hyundai Kona Review: Reliable Subcompact SUV With Affordable Running Costs
The 2020 Hyundai Kona lasts around 200,000 miles with some engine misfires and A/C system issues reported. At $16,975 to $26,998, it’s a good value for a practical small SUV with reasonable ownership...
Nov 24, 2023
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2020 Kia Telluride Review: Unreliable Midsize SUV With Expensive Ownership Costs
The 2020 Kia Telluride lasts around 150,000 miles, with some serious engine and transmission issues reported. At $26,125 to $41,250, it’s not worth the money since you’ll spend a ton repairing it as...
Nov 22, 2023
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2020 GMC Acadia Review: Reasonably Reliable Midsize SUV With Expensive Repair Costs
The 2020 GMC Acadia lasts around 200,000 miles, with average battery and engine noise issues reported. At $23,250 to $42,998, it’s a decent value for a midsize SUV with plenty of features for the...
Nov 21, 2023
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2020 Kia Sorento Review: Reliable Midsize SUV With An Excellent Ten-Year Warranty
The 2020 Kia Sorento lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average engine sensor and stereo system issues reported. At $19,750 to $36,250, it’s a good value for a practical midsize SUV with some great...
Nov 21, 2023
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2020 Kia Soul Review: Reliable Small Hatchback With Reasonable Maintenance Costs
The 2020 Kia Soul lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average transmission and brake issues reported. At $14,500 to $23,950, it’s a great value for a small SUV since it offers a practical cabin and...
Nov 20, 2023
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2020 Subaru Ascent Review: Unreliable Midsize SUV With High Ownership Costs
The 2020 Subaru Ascent lasts around 150,000 miles, with some engine and electrical issues reported. At $25,050 to $37,300, it’s not worth the money since you’ll spend thousands repairing it as issues...
Nov 17, 2023
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2020 GMC Yukon Review: Reliable Full Size SUV With Reasonable Ownership Costs
The 2020 GMC Yukon lasts around 250,000 miles with some average brake wear and gear change issues. At $38,750 to $65,950, it’s a great value for a large SUV with strong engines and a higher towing...
Nov 16, 2023
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2020 Jeep Renegade Review: Reasonably Reliable Compact SUV With Average Ownership Costs
The 2020 Jeep Renegade lasts around 175,000 miles, with some average check engine light and stereo system issues. At $17,500 to $24,750, it’s a good value for shoppers on a budget, but there are...
Nov 16, 2023
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2020 Ford Mustang Review: Reliable Sports Car With Average Running Costs As It Ages
The 2020 Ford Mustang lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average transmission software and brake wear issues reported. At $24,950 to $81,450, it’s a good value if you’re in the market for a strong...
Nov 15, 2023
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2020 BMW X3 Review: Reasonably Dependable Luxury SUV With Expensive Ownership Costs
The 2020 BMW X3 lasts around 200,000 miles, with some stereo system and check engine lights reported. At $27,375 to $58,350, it’s expensive, but still a good value for a compact luxury SUV that offers...
Nov 14, 2023
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2020 Ford EcoSport Review: Unreliable Subcompact SUV With High Ownership Costs
The 2020 Ford EcoSport lasts around 125,000 miles, with serious oil pump and engine sensor issues reported. At $14,450 to $21,499, it’s cheaper than most other small SUVs, but not worth the money...
Nov 14, 2023
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2020 Nissan Kicks Review: Reliable Compact SUV With Low Running Costs As It Ages
The 2020 Nissan Kicks lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average check engine light and brake wear issues reported. At $16,250 to $20,998, it’s a good value for a small SUV with some of the latest...
Nov 13, 2023
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2020 Nissan Murano Review: Reliable Midsize SUV With Reasonable Ownership Costs
The 2020 Nissan Murano lasts around 200,000 miles, with some minor brake wear and check engine light issues reported. At $22,400 to $37,495, it’s a good value for a midsize SUV with a practical cabin...
Nov 10, 2023
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2020 Dodge Durango Review: Dependable Full Size SUV With Reasonable Ownership Costs
The 2020 Dodge Durango lasts around 200,000 miles, with some minor headlight and paint chip issues reported. At $26,750 to $59,998, it’s a great value for a full-size SUV with plenty of room for...
Nov 9, 2023
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2020 Lexus NX Review: Extremely Reliable Small Luxury SUV With Low Running Costs
The 2020 Lexus NX lasts around 300,000 miles, with some minor paint and window issues reported. At $31,850 to $39,615, it’s a great value for a compact luxury SUV that will out-last the competition....
Nov 9, 2023
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2020 Chevrolet Express Review: Reliable Large Van With Reasonable Ownership Costs As It Ages
The 2020 Chevrolet Express lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average transmission and brake wear issues reported. At $30,680 to $37,990, it’s cheaper than many other vans, making it a good choice...
Nov 8, 2023
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2020 Dodge Challenger Review: Reliable Sports Car With Reasonable Ownership Costs As It Ages
The 2020 Dodge Challenger lasts around 200,000 miles, with some relatively minor transmission software and stereo system issues reported. At $23,900 to $79,985, it’s a great value for an old-school...
Nov 7, 2023
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2020 Nissan Frontier Review: Reliable Small Truck With Reasonable Ownership Costs
The 2020 Nissan Frontier lasts around 250,000 miles, with some average check engine light and brake wear issues reported. At $25,299 to $34,350, it’s cheaper than many competitors, making it a good...
Nov 7, 2023
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2020 Acura RDX Review: Reliable Small Luxury SUV With Low Ownership Costs As It Ages
The 2020 Acura RDX lasts around 200,000 miles with some average check engine light and stereo system issues. At $31,250 to $39,998, it’s a great value for an entry-level compact luxury SUV with a lot...
Nov 6, 2023
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2020 Mercedes GLC Review: Reasonably Dependable Compact Luxury SUV With High Ownership Costs
The 2020 Mercedes GLC lasts around 200,000 miles, with some average brake wear and check engine light issues reported. At $28,375 to $68,125, it’s expensive, but worth the money if you’re in the...
Nov 3, 2023