Haris Bin Amjad

Haris Bin Amjad is the Founder & Editor of CarMerit, where he leads editorial planning, source verification, NHTSA evidence compilation, article quality control, and the development of buyer-facing reliability tools for U.S. used-car shoppers.His work focuses on model-year risks, vehicle reliability, ownership trade-offs, and practical side-by-side comparisons.
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Used Nissan Sentra and Toyota Corolla compact sedans compared side by side.
Comparisons

Nissan Sentra vs. Toyota Corolla: Which Used Compact Sedan Makes More Sense?

When choosing a used Nissan Sentra or Toyota Corolla, buy the stronger individual car, not…

By Haris Bin Amjad
Used Honda Fit hatchbacks from two U.S. generations compared for a model-year buying decision
Model-Year Guides

Honda Fit Years to Avoid: What to Check and Which Years to Consider

The 2015 Honda Fit deserves extra scrutiny, but it is not automatically a bad used…

By Haris Bin Amjad
Used Nissan Sentra sedan being evaluated before purchase
Model-Year Guides

Nissan Sentra Years to Avoid: Which Used Years Need Extra Caution?

Start with extra caution on the 2013–2014 Nissan Sentra. In a historical compilation of NHTSA…

By Haris Bin Amjad
Used Hyundai Elantra parked for a pre-purchase reliability inspection
Reliability

Hyundai Elantra Reliability: Common Problems, Lifespan, and Used-Buyer Risk

Hyundai Elantra reliability depends on the engine, model year, and condition of the individual car.…

By Haris Bin Amjad
Used Kia Forte being inspected for reliability before purchase
Reliability

Kia Forte Reliability: Common Problems, Lifespan, and Used-Buyer Risk

A used Kia Forte can be a reasonable car to keep on your shortlist, but…

By Haris Bin Amjad
Used Mazda6 undergoing a pre-purchase inspection for reliability and maintenance risks
Reliability

Mazda 6 Reliability: Common Problems, Lifespan, and Ownership Costs

A used Mazda6 can be a sensible reliability choice, but the answer depends heavily on…

By Haris Bin Amjad
Generic compact SUV representing a used Kia Sportage reliability and ownership-cost guide
Reliability

Kia Sportage Reliability and Cost to Own

Kia Sportage reliability is good enough to consider, but it is not a blind-buy used…

By Haris Bin Amjad
compact hybrid hatchback representing a used Toyota Prius reliability and cost-to-own guide
Reliability

Toyota Prius Reliability and Cost to Own

Toyota Prius reliability is one of the main reasons used buyers keep considering it, but…

By Haris Bin Amjad
Generic compact SUV being inspected for Hyundai Tucson reliability and cost-to-own guidance
Reliability

Hyundai Tucson Reliability and Cost to Own

Hyundai Tucson reliability is not a simple yes-or-no answer for used buyers. A clean, well-maintained…

By Haris Bin Amjad
Toyota Corolla Hybrid reliability and cost-to-own guide illustration for used-car buyers
Reliability

Toyota Corolla Hybrid Reliability and Cost to Own

Toyota Corolla Hybrid reliability is strong enough to make this sedan a smart used-car shortlist…

By Haris Bin Amjad
Generic compact SUV being inspected for a Subaru Crosstrek reliability and ownership cost guide
Reliability

Subaru Crosstrek Reliability and Cost to Own: What Used Buyers Should Know

Subaru Crosstrek reliability is generally a strength, but it is not a blind-buy guarantee. The…

By Haris Bin Amjad
Used Kia Forte sedan with inspection checklist for model-year buying guidance
Model-Year Guides

Kia Forte Years to Avoid and Best Years to Buy

The Kia Forte years to avoid are not all risky for the same reason. Some…

By Haris Bin Amjad