Karl Brauer

Karl Brauer, executive analyst at automotive research firm iSeeCars. An automotive journalist for more than 25 years, he is a jury member for both the North American Car and Truck of the Year and the World Car of the Year awards. iSeeCars.com

Best New and Remodeled Cars for 2025
Automotive

Best New and Remodeled Cars for 2025

Karl Brauer | October 1, 2024

If you're shopping for a new car these days, there are two things you've likely encountered on dealer lots—steep sticker…

Which Are the Most Reliable Car Brands?
Automotive

Which Are the Most Reliable Car Brands?

Karl Brauer | August 22, 2024

Cars are a lot more reliable these days than they were just a few decades ago. In fact, it is…

Best Value Cars for 2024

Best Value Cars for 2024

Karl Brauer | October 24, 2023

The 2024 model year features plenty of great vehicles but few great values. The typical new car now costs a…

New Cars Are Back!
Automotive

New Cars Are Back!

Karl Brauer | November 18, 2022

New-car news hasn’t been much fun lately. Supply-chain problems, chip shortages and above-sticker asking prices have largely drowned out coverage…

The Best New and Redesigned Vehicles for 2022
Automotive

The Best New and Redesigned Vehicles for 2022

Karl Brauer | December 27, 2021

Better days are ahead for car buyers. Prices will soon start to soften, and some exciting new 2022 models will…

Frustrating Car Features: How to Live with Them… or Get Rid of Them
Automotive

Frustrating Car Features: How to Live with Them… or Get Rid of Them

Karl Brauer | December 18, 2021

Is your car’s tech driving you crazy? You’re not alone. Modern vehicles are full of features intended to make cars…

The Best Used Cars and SUVs to Buy Now
Automotive

The Best Used Cars and SUVs to Buy Now

Karl Brauer | September 6, 2021

Used-car prices have surged over 10% in the past year due to the pandemic-driven used-car bubble and the exodus to…

Exciting New Electric Vehicles for 2021

Exciting New Electric Vehicles for 2021

Karl Brauer | July 1, 2021

Here are three exciting EVs that are eligible for the $7,500 federal electric vehicle tax credit—one with Tesla-like performance, one upscale interior, one economy.

The Best New 2018 Luxury Cars and SUVs

The Best New 2018 Luxury Cars and SUVs

Karl Brauer | August 31, 2017

Some new luxury vehicles for 2018 provide sumptuous comfort and the latest driving technology while others offer luxury for less than $45,000.

The Best Used Cars Under $6,000

The Best Used Cars Under $6,000

Karl Brauer | July 7, 2014

Demand for some used cars increased recently as disruptions in Japanese auto and parts production led buyers to seek alternatives.…

Luxury Cars Without Luxury Price Tags

Luxury Cars Without Luxury Price Tags

Karl Brauer | November 4, 2013

The 2014 Mercedes S550 sedan offers reclining rear seats with hot stone massage, heated armrests and an electric gliding ottoman…"Magic…