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  In the recent years the landscape has been shifting somewhat drastically in the automotive industry. One of the most noticeable changes is the reduction in the variety of engine and transmission options available in new cars. Keep in mind, not too long ago you could buy an exact make and model vehicle with various drivetrain options including powerful V8’s or an economic 6-cylinder engines. A recent example is a   Jeep Grand Cherokee   WK2   which was available with an option of 2 powerful gasolene powered V8’s, a V6 and even a diesel option. However, with the new generation of the   Jeep Grand Cherokee   your options are limited to just 2 which are the 3.6L V6 (from the previous generation) or a 2.0L 4-cylinder Hybrid (4xe). There is no indicator as of the current time if Stellantis, Jeep’s parent company will ever bring the V8 back for the Jeep Grand Cherokee.                        ...

  Cars with the Highest Depreciation Rates Cars   with the high depreciation rates tend to experience a rapid decline in value over a relatively short period. Several factors contribute to this phenomenon, including initial purchase price, brand perception, reliability,   repair/maintenance   costs and market demand. Certain models are more susceptible to significant depreciation, making them noteworthy for consumers mindful of long-term and low-cost ownership. The three primary categories encompassing the highest depreciating vehicles include Luxury, EV/Emerging technology and High-Cost-to-Own vehicles.   Luxury vehicles  are especially susceptible to rapid depreciation mainly attributed to their high-tech features, higher maintenance costs and premium price tags. The allure of the latest technology and premium features and build materials diminishes over time and is not as relevant when they hit the used car market, greatly effecting the pre-owned vehicle...