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Ronald Montoya

Senior Consumer Advice Editor & Content Strategy

Ronald Montoya has worked in the automotive industry since 2008. He has written over a thousand car related articles and bought and sold over 100 vehicles over the course of his career. Ronald is a senior consumer advice editor and content strategy at Edmunds and has also contributed to the Associated Press. He has also been featured on ABC, NBC and NPR on a number of car shopping topics. He got his start in the auto industry by taking a part-time job at a car dealership, where he worked in the service and accounting department.

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Car Maintenance

Don’t ignore your dashboard’s check engine light. It might be annoying, but it could be a warning to do crucial repairs before they get worse.

By Ronald Montoya

What Does Your Check Engine Light Mean?

Car Buying

What fees should you expect to pay when you buy a new car? This chart from Edmunds shows the most common ones you may encounter.

By Ronald Montoya

What New Car Fees Should You Pay?

Car News

We drove a 2024 Tesla Model 3 for one year and 8,000 miles. Here is what we like and disliked.

By Ronald Montoya

2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range: Here's What We Think After a Year of Ownership

Driving Tips

Run-flat tires can support the weight of a vehicle for a short time, giving you about 50 miles of range to find a repair shop. While it may sound like the perfect solution, it's important to know the trade-offs.

By Ronald Montoya

What Are Run-Flat Tires?

Best Electric Cars

Have you ever wondered how many electric cars there are in the U.S.? Read on to find out, plus other interesting data on what states have the most EVs.

By Ronald Montoya

How Many Electric Cars Are There in the U.S.?

Best Electric Cars

More than 1 million EVs were sold for the first time last year, but what percentage of all vehicles do they make up on U.S. roads today?

By Ronald Montoya

What Is the Percentage of Electric Cars in the U.S.?

Car Buying

Here's what you need to know about MSRP (manufacturer's suggested retail price), sticker price, invoice and other car-buying terms.

By Ronald Montoya

What Is MSRP? Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price for New Car Buying

Car Maintenance

Advances in key technology have made vehicles more difficult to steal, but the price has been costlier key replacements.

By Ronald Montoya

Guide to Replacing Your Key Fob

Fuel Economy

How does the electric car tax credit work? Read our analysis, plus see a full list of cars that qualify for an EV tax credit. We also cover how you can get the credit as a discount when buying or leasing.

By Ronald Montoya

Electric Vehicle Tax Credits 2024 and 2025: What You Need to Know

Best Electric Cars

Some electric vehicle owners may find it difficult to find a charging station in their area. These EV charging apps help you locate and pay for stations near you.

By Ronald Montoya

The Best EV Charging Apps