Maxlife LIVING BETTER LIVING SMARTER SMALL TRUCK


Ford Maverick If utility on a budget is a priority, the


2024 Ford Maverick is a solid choice. It offers hybrid or turbocharged engines, a good-size bed, and lots of interior space. The downside is that even though it’s a car-based vehicle, the ride and handling are stiffer, like a truck.


PRICE: $23,920-$34,960 I


t seems that every new vehicle we drive is more powerful and more fuel-efficient than its predecessor. New safety features are keeping


drivers safer and more informed on the


INSIDE 70 Sci-Tech 72 Money 74 Travel


Huge Solar-Powered Plane Could Spend Months in Air


Rate Cut Conundrum 2025 Stellar Year for Travel


76 Healthy Living New Year, New You


Best Cars to Buy in 2025


From EVs, to hybrids, to gas-powered, these are our top picks. :: BY LAUREN FIX, THE NEWSMAX CAR COACH


road. Although the average price of a vehicle has increased, so have all the choices. Whether you want a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, gasoline, or fully electric vehicle, here are this year’s best deals.


BIG TRUCK Ford F-150 It is a better truck than before thanks to


revised exterior styling, a new base engine, and updated tech and driver safety aids. It performs well in everything you would expect from a truck, especially when it comes to towing and hauling. Available in a wide array of options and configurations.


PRICE: $43,620-$78,440; UP TO $100,000 FULLY LOADED


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