Ronald Montoya
Senior Consumer Advice Editor & Content Strategy
See Edmunds' testing procedures that power our industry-leading car reviews.
The Best EV Charging Apps
Dec 20, 2024
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
AutoCheck vs. Carfax
Dec 10, 2024
What's the difference between an AutoCheck and a Carfax vehicle history report? We test them out and give our impressions.
By Ronald Montoya
How to Buy a Car
Dec 6, 2024
Here's everything you need to know about how to buy a car, from beginning to end. This article will focus on how to buy a new car, but we also show you where to go to buy a used car.
By Ronald Montoya
Salvage title vehicles can appear to be a good used car bargain, but there are a number of factors you should be aware of before considering one.
By Ronald Montoya
We get behind the wheel of the 2025 Kia K4 with its base 2.0-liter engine. This sedan looks good and has lots of tech, but its lackluster engine makes us think the upcoming turbocharged version will be the one to get.
By Ronald Montoya
When Will Car Prices Drop?
Sep 26, 2024
If you've had an interest in buying a new or used car as of late, you might've noticed that prices have skyrocketed from the last time you were in the market. This has caused prospective buyers to sit on the fence, as they wait things out and wonder, "When will car prices drop?" Read on to find out when.
By Ronald Montoya
Top Electric Car Companies of 2024
Sep 25, 2024
The experts at Edmunds have gathered and ranked the top 10 electric car companies, listing any notable models, highlighting some of their features, and discussing any important partnerships they might have. Our list was ranked based on: the popularity of the brand in the market, sales numbers, the number of EV models and our expert vehicle rankings. This should give you a good starting point from where to begin the search for your next EV. Can you guess which company came out on top?
By Ronald Montoya
Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS)
Aug 27, 2024
A TPMS warning light doesn't come on until a tire is 25% below the manufacturer's recommended tire pressure, which is well below the pressure required for safe driving. It's no substitute for monthly tire pressure checks.
By Ronald Montoya
How to Read Your Tire
Aug 14, 2024
The sidewall of a car's tire has important information that tells you almost everything you need to know about it.
By Ronald Montoya
What New Car Fees Should You Pay?
Aug 13, 2024
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
