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 2014 Jeep Cherokee is a midsize SUV with a price range of $12,676 to $20,018. It’s more affordable than other midsize SUVs, but poor long-term reliability makes it more expensive to own....
Nov 29, 2021
The 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a midsize SUV with a price range of $15,639 to $39,928. A high cost of ownership, and more problems than other model years makes it one to avoid. [article-navigation]...
Nov 29, 2021
The 2014 Nissan Sentra is a compact car with a price range of $7,436 to $12,106. It’s more affordable than other options, but has serious mechanical problems, making it one shoppers should avoid....
Nov 29, 2021
The 2014 Jeep Wrangler is a midsize SUV with a price range of $22,485 to $32,209. It’s more expensive to own than its competitors, but if you want the raw Jeep experience, there’s no substitute....
Nov 24, 2021
The 2016 Ford F-150 is the most popular full size truck, with a price range of $26,968 to $44,885. It has a lower cost of ownership compared to other half-ton trucks, making it a great value for...
Nov 24, 2021
The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a full size half-ton truck with a price range of $26,403 to $45,623. It’s a capable and reliable truck for the money, but it’s not class leading....
Nov 24, 2021
The 2016 Ram 1500 is a full-size truck available from $19,915 to $38,153. It’s more affordable than its competitors, but has higher long-term ownership costs. [article-navigation] Overview [1]...
Nov 24, 2021
The 2016 Toyota Corolla is a compact car with a price range of $14,812 to $19,942. The low cost of ownership makes it an excellent long-term value for buyers looking for a small sedan....
Nov 21, 2021
The 2016 Toyota Camry is available with a price range of $16,562 to $23,627. A low cost of ownership and long-lasting engines make it an affordable and attractive option for buyers....
Nov 21, 2021
The 2016 Honda CR-V is available from $18,481 to $25,854. It’s more expensive than some of its competitors, but is good value since it has lower-than-average maintenance costs. [article-navigation]...
Nov 21, 2021
The 2016 Honda Civic is a compact car with a price range of $16,070 to $22,435, making it more expensive than some of its competitors. It’s the first model year of the 10th generation, and has more...
Nov 21, 2021
The 2016 Nissan Rogue is a compact SUV with a price range of $16,875 to $20,964. It’s more affordable than other compact SUVs, but costly Nissan transmission issues are still common....
Nov 19, 2021
The 2016 Nissan Altima is a midsize car with a price range of $15,715 to $21,657. It’s an affordable sedan, but expensive mechanical problems make it a bad choice for long-term ownership....
Nov 19, 2021
The 2016 Toyota RAV4 is available with a price range of $19,780 to $26,410. It’s more expensive than other vehicles in its class, but the low cost of ownership and excellent reliability will save you...
Nov 19, 2021
The 2016 Honda Accord is a midsize car available as both a coupe and sedan. It has a price range of $18,153 to $26,090. Although the Accord is more expensive than some rivals, its reliability makes it...
Nov 19, 2021
The 2016 Ford Fusion is a midsize car with a price range of $15,746 to $24,210. It’s more affordable than other sedans, but mechanical problems make it more expensive in the long run....
Nov 17, 2021
The 2016 Ford Escape is an affordable SUV with a price range of $14,998 to $20,638. It’s cheaper than most other compact SUVs, but mechanical issues make it a more expensive choice for the long-term....
Nov 16, 2021
The 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 is a full-size truck with a price range of $30,492 to $45,205. It’s more expensive than other trucks in its class, but offers more luxury and technology. The Sierra is...
Nov 16, 2021
The 2016 Ford Explorer is an SUV with a price range of $20,924 to $32,499. It’s an affordable choice, but one buyers should avoid since it has more problems than other years. [article-navigation]...
Nov 16, 2021
The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu is an affordable midsize sedan with a price range of $16,029 to $22,963. It’s a good value for shoppers with above-average reliability ratings, and a complete refresh for the...
Nov 16, 2021
The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox is a compact SUV with a price range of $15,150 to $24,440. It’s more affordable than most of its competitors while still offering good longevity and a comfortable ride....
Nov 16, 2021
The 2016 Jeep Cherokee is an SUV with a price range of $13,748 to $25,687. It’s a good SUV for the money with more features than its competitors, but maintenance costs are above average....
Nov 13, 2021
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a price range of $22,101 to $49,555. It’s not the cheapest midsize SUV on the market, but the high-quality interior and powerful engine choices make it a good value....
Nov 13, 2021
The 2016 Nissan Sentra is available with a price range of $10,931 to $16,884. It’s very affordable for its class with a low cost of ownership, making it a good value for buyers looking for a daily...
Nov 13, 2021
The 2016 Hyundai Elantra is a compact car with a price range of $14,532 to $18,180. Long-lasting engines and comfortable interior help it stand out from the crowd. It’s a good value for shoppers...
Nov 13, 2021