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By Dimitar Angelov on April 18, 2024 - 6:07AM
The Toyota Land Cruiser ZX First Edition and VX First Edition are Japan-exclusive, but can some of its flair make it to other markets?
By Denis Flierl on April 17, 2024 - 11:49AM
Which are the best cheap cars you can buy now? According to Consumer Reports, the 2024 Subaru Impreza is now selling under MSRP and is the best value for compact car shoppers. I'll tell you why it's the forgotten model. 
By Dimitar Angelov on April 17, 2024 - 4:43AM
To no surprise, the most popular Toyota RAV4 is a hybrid. It's just not the one you might expect.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 16, 2024 - 5:03PM
Following recent job cuts that saw 15,000 employees leave the company, some Tesla employees are blaming Elon Musk for the EV maker’s recent woes. A Tesla manager is quoted saying, “Musk is a pigeon CEO.”
By Tinsae Aregay on April 16, 2024 - 8:52AM
Last week, Tesla halted Cybertruck deliveries due to an issue with the accelerator pedal cover. At the time, the problem seemed minor; however, a video shows how the defect can leave the accelerator pedal fully pressed even after lifting your foot.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 16, 2024 - 7:35AM
For 2025, the Infiniti QX80 finally drops the aging V-8 mill and gets the heart of the Z, along with other refinements.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 16, 2024 - 6:18AM
The latest information regarding the 2025 Toyota Supra GRMN bring unexpected surprises.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 15, 2024 - 7:46AM
Over the weekend, Tesla has started massive job cuts that will reduce the company’s headcount by over 15,000. Musk has reached out to affected employees, stating that “it’s very difficult to say goodbye, but it must be done.”
By Dimitar Angelov on April 15, 2024 - 6:31AM
Most of these Toyota SUV models easily get over 20 MPG combined with some even going in the 40s․
By Tinsae Aregay on April 15, 2024 - 1:58AM
A record of over 600 Cybertrucks were spotted at Giga Texas. Although a higher number is usually a cause for celebration, this time, it appears to have been caused by Tesla halting Cybertruck deliveries due to an issue with the accelerator pedal.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 12, 2024 - 12:50PM
Toyota cars have had many movie appearances, but I reckon these are the most iconic appearances of Toyota cars and trucks, on the big screen.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 12, 2024 - 11:13AM
Since Elon Musk announced an upcoming India visit, Tesla’s head of policy revealed that he has had several conversations with his Tesla colleagues, who were surprised to learn that the EV maker had made a major decision associated with India.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 11, 2024 - 7:52AM
The new Toyota 4Runner was highly-anticipated, but opinions are quite mixed.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 11, 2024 - 3:39AM
The 2025 Toyota 4Runner is still built for wild exploration, but finally gets the modern features it needs. Here are four of the coolest new features of the 4Runner.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 10, 2024 - 3:41AM
The Lexus LX enjoys great track record, but here's why you might want to give the Infiniti QX80 a look.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 9, 2024 - 3:20PM
Tesla has reassured Cybertruck owners that their trucks “are not rusting.” Says multiple brown spots seen on the stainless steel exoskeleton are caused by “iron-containing debris from the environment” stuck to the truck.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 9, 2024 - 1:57AM
All signs point to the 2026 Toyota MR-2 being a proper driver's car with a stick
By Armen Hareyan on April 5, 2024 - 10:12AM
Tesla may be leading the electric vehicle charge, but when will legacy automakers catch up and turn a profit? Let's dive deeper into the challenges and potential timelines for profitability beyond Tesla.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 5, 2024 - 4:31AM
Despite Toyota and Lexus' rugged SUV models sharing the same platform and overall styling, there are a few key differences between the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser and the 2024 Lexus GX
By Dimitar Angelov on April 4, 2024 - 4:15PM
The impressive exhibition includes highly limited and very special models from Japanese brands, including the Top Secret Nissan Silvia S15, Mitsubishi Pajero Evolution, Alain Prost's McLaren MP4/4 F1, and many more.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 4, 2024 - 11:03AM
Tesla recently posted quarterly numbers showing a 20% decline in deliveries. This has once again raised concern by Tesla investors that Musk’s increasingly political and polarizing views are hurting Tesla. Musk has harshly responded to these suggestions.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 4, 2024 - 7:23AM
Gazoo Racing's treatment of the 2025 Toyota Tacoma turns it into a true performance pickup truck.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 3, 2024 - 4:20AM
The 2025 Toyota Tacoma resurrects an iconic old name from Toyota's pickup truck lineup and it will not have a four-cylinder.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 1, 2024 - 3:31PM
Elon Musk’s dream for the Cybertruck was to create a vehicle that looked like “an armored personnel carrier from the future.” This new Cybertruck build looks to fulfill Musk’s aspiration, complete with ten wheels and an extended cabin.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 1, 2024 - 10:37AM
Toyota Camry continues to dominate the sedan market, but these slightly used Japanese and Korean models provide great alternatives if you don't want to go for a brand-new car.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 30, 2024 - 2:06PM
A few weeks back, MKBHD sold his Tesla Model S Plaid & replaced it with a Porsche 911. Today, as MKBHD releases his effusive Cybertruck 2000-mile review video, Tesla’s Lead Cybertruck engineer asks whether he regrets moving from a Tesla to a Porsche 911.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 29, 2024 - 3:12PM
Tesla detractors criticize the Cybertruck as a “vehicle for soccer moms” and claim that the Cybertruck is not a real truck. However, Tesla appears to have jumped on the bandwagon and embraced the Cybertruck as the “perfect mom vehicle.”
By Dimitar Angelov on March 29, 2024 - 12:31PM
Toyota is still a solid performer in North America, but Chinese automakers are casting a shadow in certain markets. Will this happen in North America too?
By Dimitar Angelov on March 29, 2024 - 5:23AM
Infiniti Q60 Sport is a tuner's delight that won't break the bank. 
By Tinsae Aregay on March 28, 2024 - 2:40PM
A Tesla Cybertruck has demonstrated the true strength of the truck’s 30X cold-rolled stainless steel exoskeleton in an unfortunate crash with a Nissan Sentra. The Cybertruck sustained barely a dent, whereas the Nissan was completely destroyed.