The automobile world is full of names, terms, and abbreviations. One of the simplest terms - compact car - is one that is also open to interpretation, and some vehicles can straddle different classes.

Living in a bustling city comes with unique challenges, and owning a compact car can make urban life significantly more manageable. With limited parking spaces, heavy traffic, and the need for fuel ...

The compact car segment is incredibly popular. You can get a brand-new compact car for under $30,000 in 2025. One compact car provides the most value in terms of performance, efficiency and standard ...

If you’re shopping for a new car, chances are you’re considering one or more of the seven compact SUVs in this comparison test; taken together, roughly 1 in 10 new vehicles sold in 2024 was one of ...

In a market ruled by SUVs and crossovers, it’s easy to overlook just how capable and rewarding a compact car can be. For drivers who want agility and efficiency without sacrificing traction and ...

Our challenge this year was to evaluate seven of the top-selling compact SUVs, the most popular models in the most popular class, both through objective measurement of things like cargo space and fuel ...

Actively reporting, writing, and editing on automotive news and since 2021, Dave has brought his acerbic wit and love of European car culture to brands such as HotCars, CarBuzz,and TopSpeed.