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By Tinsae Aregay on May 19, 2024 - 8:18AM
A video shows the first Tesla Cybertruck caught on fire, allegedly following an off-roading accident that damaged the battery pack. Smoke can clearly be seen coming out of the Cybertruck; however, people are questioning the legitimacy of the fire.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 18, 2024 - 9:15AM
After a tornado destroyed the electrical grid in Houston, Texas, an unlikely hero—a Tesla Cybertruck—emerged to help gas cars during the power outage. A Cybertruck was seen powering gas pumps, allowing ICE vehicles to fill up.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 17, 2024 - 5:33AM
Toyota is bringing back old nameplates from its storied past, and it would make perfect sense if these iconic names make a comeback.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 16, 2024 - 7:33AM
Tesla’s largest retail investor, Leo KoGuan, who owns 27.8 million TSLA shares worth $4.8 billion, has shared proof that he voted against reinstating Elon Musk’s $56 billion compensation package. This has caused uncertainty about Musk’s future at Tesla.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 16, 2024 - 6:22AM
People in the Porsche 911 community have varying opinions about the new, hybrid Porsche 911.
By Armen Hareyan on May 15, 2024 - 10:38AM
A seismic shift is underway in the global electric vehicle (EV) market. Chinese automaker BYD's affordable and innovative Seagull EV has sent shockwaves through the industry, leaving American manufacturers and politicians reeling.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 15, 2024 - 10:16AM
On paper, the Porsche 911 Hybrid may be better, but it doesn't matter.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 15, 2024 - 10:05AM
Images taken near Tesla’s engineering headquarters in Palo Alto, California, show Tesla testing the Robotaxi disguised as a Model 3. The new vehicle does not have side-view mirrors and features novel camera placements, including behind a side window.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 15, 2024 - 5:12AM
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the next FSD major upgrade, which will be released in the next few days, will improve the miles driven without intervention by 5 to 10 times. Musk added that Cybertruck will get an even better FSD software in June.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 15, 2024 - 4:42AM
ExxonMobil and Toyota are partnering up to introduce a greener fuel that would reduce CO2 emissions without any downsides. What does that mean for Toyota's other alternative fuel efforts?
By Tinsae Aregay on May 15, 2024 - 1:57AM
A U.S. Army Veteran, EV/Tech YouTuber, and Tesla Cybertruck and Model Y owner shares his nightmare Cybertruck experience. His Cybertruck left him stranded on four different occasions and has spent two months at Tesla service without a resolution.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 14, 2024 - 1:54PM
This 2023 Toyota Corolla posted on Reddit, takes wear and tear to new heights. Here's what we learned.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 13, 2024 - 8:13AM
Toyota Celica is making a comeback as the GR Celica, and it's much better than we were initially led to believe.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 10, 2024 - 6:48AM
Toyota's GR Yaris engine will be seen in many future Toyota and Lexus models, and it's good to know there is a way to make it sound and perform much better.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 10, 2024 - 4:44AM
Reddit discussions regarding the 2024 Lexus GX 550 are heated and opinions vary quite a bit.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 9, 2024 - 2:03PM
Be careful when closing your Cybertruck door! I parked on an incline and exited the truck. As I closed the door, I clipped the very corner against my leg. When I got home, my wife said I needed stitches, so I did. I still love the truck.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 9, 2024 - 9:52AM
We know Toyota's little, turbo-three engine can dish out some serious horsepower while staying healthy, so what happened to this GR Yaris while performing a track session?
By Tinsae Aregay on May 9, 2024 - 5:22AM
Much has been said about Cybertruck's premature rusting issues. However, this Cybertruck owner embraces rust concerns with a novel wrap that makes the truck look dated. Here is Tesla’s response to fears of prematurely rusting Cybertrucks.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 9, 2024 - 4:05AM
2024 Toyota Corolla Cross and 2024 Honda HR-V are two of the most popular compact SUV models. But which one is for you?
By Dimitar Angelov on May 7, 2024 - 2:50PM
This 992-generation Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a one-off special that pays homage to a memorable moment in racing history. And it is for a special customer.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 7, 2024 - 8:26AM
Toyota President, Akio Toyoda takes quality control very seriously after the current Prius was recalled for a build-quality-related issue.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 6, 2024 - 11:16AM
Tom Zhu, Tesla’s 2nd in command and the man expected to one day replace Elon Musk as the Tesla CEO, has resigned from his global duties and has returned to China. This move suggests Tesla’s refocus on expanding its current production facilities.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 6, 2024 - 8:43AM
These Japanese models from Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, and other are understated and still affordable while giving the JDM icons a run for their money.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 5, 2024 - 9:11AM
A video shows a Model Y in a rollover accident, flying over several vehicles on a city street. Luckily, the passengers only sustained minor injuries, with one occupant even seen using his smartphone while still inside the wrecked Model Y.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 3, 2024 - 4:00AM
The 2024 Toyota Tundra is thirstier than some owners expected when used for towing.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 2, 2024 - 10:41AM
Following a stellar Q1 earnings call by Elon Musk and his team, Tesla stock has risen by an incredible $170 billion (37%) in just five days. However, Tesla has reversed that trend and lost $57 billion after CNBC host Jim Cramer praised Elon Musk.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 2, 2024 - 7:03AM
One owner shares valuable experience in purchasing an iconic JDM rally icon by Toyota.
By Armen Hareyan on May 1, 2024 - 1:58PM
A nearly standard in-house dealer financing may seem fishy for some car buyers as one Toyota Tundra buyer suspects the dealer's motives and feels uncomfortable with the situation, which Toyota doesn't want to be a Tundra deal-breaker.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 1, 2024 - 10:50AM
After Sawyer Merritt and Whole Mars Catalog shared with their followers the contents of an article that reposted a confidential internal Tesla email, Elon Musk has decided to end his association with the prominent Tesla personalities.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 1, 2024 - 5:23AM
Here's what the Toyota S-FR compact roadster actually is.