Wireless Wednesday Live: Sean Tucker, Managing Editor for Kelley Blue Book

When it comes to cars, the sticker price is just the beginning. Depreciation—the loss of value over time—can be one of the largest expenses of car ownership, and choosing a vehicle with strong resale value can save families hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

Kelley Blue Book Managing Editor, Sean Tucker, explains which features and vehicle types tend to hold their value best, why resale considerations are important for smart budgeting, and how to make informed choices that pay off long after the purchase.

Sean will also reveal the winners of the 2026 Best Resale Value Awards, which recognizes the cars most likely to retain their value during the first five years of ownership—helping families find vehicles that are both practical and financially smart.

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Have a listen here:

Topics:

When shopping for a car, what should people look for to make sure it keeps its value over time?

Are there certain types of cars or features that tend to hold their resale value better than others?

How can thinking about resale value help us make smarter choices and save money in the long run?

Where can listeners go for more information?

About Sean Tucker, Managing Editor, Kelley Blue Book:

Sean Tucker is the Managing Editor at Kelley Blue Book. He has covered the intersection of the automotive, insurance, and energy industries for more than a quarter of a century. His work has appeared in The Washington Post, U.S. News and World Report, Yahoo Autos, MSN, and on CNN and the BBC. He believes in journalism as a service, whether reporting from Capitol Hill or evaluating a car from the track. He has degrees in philosophy and creative writing, and a habit of talking everyone into spending less on a car. He reports from Washington, D.C., where, if he’s not writing, you’ll find him on a hiking trail.