Author: John Faulkner

John Faulkner is Road Test Editor at Clean Fleet Report. He has more than 30 years’ experience branding, launching and marketing automobiles. He has worked with General Motors (all Divisions), Chrysler (Dodge, Jeep, Eagle), Ford and Lincoln-Mercury, Honda, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan and Toyota on consumer events and sales training programs. His interest in automobiles is broad and deep, beginning as a child riding in the back seat of his parent’s 1950 Studebaker. He is a journalist member of the Motor Press Guild and Western Automotive Journalists.
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Buckle Up, Buttercup! 10 Classic Family Wagons That Will Totally Take You Back to Your Childhood Road Trips

Ah, the trusty station wagon – the real go-to for family getaways, a symbol from another time. Those stretched-out rides weren’t merely transport – they turned into moving houses, stuffed floor to ceiling with suitcases, chips, brothers and sisters, perhaps even Rover wedged near the back. Old-school woodies are showing up again lately, not only […]

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The Resurgence of the Stick Shift: Why Manual Cars Are Shifting Back into Style in an Automated World

Years passed with car makers pushing one clear path ahead – packed with self-shifting transmissions, better fuel use, because onboard tech kept getting sharper, taking charge of nearly everything behind the wheel. Stick shifts, those old-school setups with three pedals, got labeled outdated, bound for forgotten showrooms and vintage collections. Auto boxes turned quicker, saved […]

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Mastering Your Windshield: A Complete Guide to Streak-Free Cleaning and All-Weather Fog Prevention

Driving feels way better when your windshields totally spotless. It isn’t just looking clear glass means safer trips, confidence, also easier focus down long roads. But let’s face it most folks struggle to reach that flawless finish, ending up with streaks instead of sparkle. Still, imagine if wiping your windows wasn’t magic or luck, but […]

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We Bought an EV, But Here’s Why You Might Want to Hold Off: A Comprehensive Look at Key Considerations for Electric Vehicle Shoppers

EVs have swept into the car discussion, being advertised as the answer to most of the environmental and economic issues that come along with fossil fuel-powered cars. The potential of reduced greenhouse gas emissions, lower fuel costs, and improved air quality is no doubt a very nice image of the future of transportation. This popularity […]

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Unlock $7,500 in Savings: Your Definitive Guide to Every Eligible EV and the Tesla Models That Qualify for the Federal Tax Credit

The federal government has introduced a significant incentive in the fast-paced transition to sustainable transportation, which should make electric vehicles more affordable and accessible to American drivers. The New Clean Vehicle Credit which provides up to 7,500 has become a pillar of this initiative and offers a considerable financial incentive to individuals who want to […]

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Beyond the Shine: What Happens When You Wash Your Car Too Often and How to Get It Right

Many​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ car owners love the new look of a freshly cleaned vehicle and often feel a sense of pride and satisfaction in its shine. This commitment to cleanliness, however, is what makes a question necessary: could it be that one washes one’s car too frequently? The pursuit of a neat exterior, although it has good […]

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Demystifying the Juice: Your Practical Guide to How EV Charging Really Works

Electric​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ cars are the new trend in the world, which is changing the refueling process. At first, charging an electric vehicle might look complicated but once you understand the basics it is quite simple. This guide explains electric vehicle charging if you want to do it at home, in the office, or while driving somewhere […]

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Hydrogen Cars: Unpacking the Long Shot with Unexpected Potential in the Race for a Zero-Emission Future

The​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ pursuit of future mobility often hides a paradox. Hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles (HFCVs), once a dream of a future without tailpipe emissions, are now real machines that we can see on our roads. However, even after a considerable amount of federal research and infrastructure funding, hydrogen cars are still very few in number on the […]

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Mastering the Used Car Purchase: A Comprehensive Pre-Purchase Checklist for Savvy Buyers

Firstly,​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ buying a used car is a major investment that could save you a lot of money and provide a stable vehicle. But, the past of a pre-owned vehicle might be full of the meticulous care or neglect, accidents, or even hidden damages. Thus a detailed check and confirmation of the used car are mandatory […]

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