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 2016 Hyundai Sonata is a midsize sedan with a price range of $15,021 to $22,343. It’s a great value for buyers looking for a daily driver loaded with the latest safety and entertainment...
Nov 10, 2021
The 2016 Jeep Wrangler is an SUV with a price range of $31,826 to $44,571. It’s not the best SUV for the money, focusing heavily on off-road enthusiasts, and Jeep fans with limited-edition models....
Nov 9, 2021
The 2016 Toyota Highlander is a midsize SUV with a price range of $23,839 to $33,853. It’s more expensive than other midsize SUVs, but outstanding reliability scores and a low cost of ownership make...
Nov 8, 2021
The 2016 Toyota Tacoma is a compact truck with a price range of $27,840 to $38,834. It’s expensive compared to other trucks in its class, but low maintenance costs make it a great value....
Nov 8, 2021
The 2011 Ford F-150 is a large truck with a price range of $12,193 to $31,534. It’s an average priced used truck, and dependable engine choices make it a good value for shoppers. [article-navigation]...
Nov 8, 2021
The 2011 Ford Fusion is a comfortable midsize sedan, with a price range of $7,141 to $12,158. It’s a good value overall, but the number of problems decreases in newer models. [article-navigation]...
Nov 8, 2021
The 2011 Nissan Altima is a midsize car with a price range of $7,537 to $10,782. It’s more affordable than other cars in its class, but expensive transmission problems make it a poor value for...
Nov 8, 2021
The 2011 Toyota Camry is a midsize car with a price range of $9,087 to $13,562. It’s more expensive than some other cars in its class, but the durable engines and low cost of ownership make it a good...
Nov 8, 2021
The 2011 Ford Escape is a compact SUV with a price range from $7,742 to $12,427. Even with a low purchase price, the overall value is poor since it’s an expensive SUV to keep running....
Nov 8, 2021
The 2011 Toyota Prius is a compact hybrid available from $8,437 to $12,899. With a class-leading, long-lasting hybrid system and a spacious cabin for its size, it is a great choice for buyers....
Nov 8, 2021
The 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is a compact sedan available from $5,668 to $10,908. A fresh redesign for the 2011 model year and improved reliability over previous years make this a car we recommend to...
Nov 8, 2021
The 2011 Elantra is a great value, offering good technology and safety with a price range from $6,440 to $9,862. For 2011, Hyundai redesigned the entire car, improving its reliability and quality....
Nov 7, 2021
The 2011 Honda CR-V is an excellent value. It’s a safe, reliable compact SUV with a price range of $9,775 to $13,378. A great option for buyers wanting a worry-free SUV. [article-navigation] Overview...
Nov 7, 2021
The 2011 Ford Focus is a compact sedan available from $4,804 to $7,465. It is an average car in nearly every category, and is one shoppers should try out if they need a simple daily driver....
Nov 7, 2021
The 2011 Ram 1500 is a full-size truck with a price range of $13,733 to $20,030. Value is poor on this pickup due to expensive computer and mechanical problems, making it a truck shoppers should...
Nov 7, 2021
The 2011 Chevrolet Impala is a large sedan available from $7,183 to $10,585. Serious problems with higher mileage examples make this a car buyers should avoid. [article-navigation] Overview [1]...
Nov 7, 2021
The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is an unreliable compact car with a price range of $5,489 to $9,087. It has a nice interior for its class, but the high cost of ownership makes it a bad value and one shoppers...
Nov 6, 2021
The 2011 Ford Explorer is an SUV available from $10,903 to $15,522. With a modern chassis and new powertrain choices, the 2011 Explorer is a refreshed option for shoppers. [article-navigation]...
Nov 6, 2021
The 2011 Toyota RAV4 is a compact SUV available from $11,442 to $14,553. Combining Toyota’s legendary reliability and a spacious cabin makes this an excellent choice for shoppers. [article-navigation]...
Oct 31, 2021
The 2011 Toyota Highlander is a midsize SUV that can be found used from $12,534 to $18,135. It offers better reliability and a more luxurious interior than other SUVs in its price range....
Oct 31, 2021
The 2011 Nissan Sentra is a compact sedan available used from $5,617 to $8,518. It offers a more nimble driving experience than its competitors, but sacrifices some comfort in the pursuit of...
Oct 31, 2021
The 2011 Kia Sorento is a midsize SUV with prices ranging from $8,611 to $12,438. Powertrain and design problems make this a vehicle shoppers should skip. [article-navigation] Overview [1] Problems...
Oct 31, 2021
The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a midsize SUV that can be found used from $12,331 to $16,638. Overall fit and finish is outstanding for the price, but long-term reliability is questionable....
Oct 31, 2021
The 2011 Honda Civic is a compact car offered as a coupe or sedan, prices range from $5,956 to $12,593. With a low cost of ownership and reliable powertrains, it is an easy car to recommend to buyers....
Oct 31, 2021
The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a full-size truck, with prices ranging from $15,034 to $25,665. A combination of reliable engines and a quiet cabin makes this a good choice for a daily driver....
Oct 31, 2021