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By Denis Flierl on
Buying a used 2023 Toyota Tundra for $44,000 with an un-remedied V35A engine recall is a major risk. As Toyota updates its #1 main bearing diagnostic protocols, out-of-warranty private buyers face severe repair backlogs compared to classic V8 reliability.
By Armen Hareyan on
GM's next EV platform has an unexpected starting point. It begins with the unlikeliest of Chevy models to succeed the Bolt and will reportedly be priced at mid-market.
By Mary Conway on
To say that Ford had a tough year in 2025 is being kind. It set records for recalls and took a hard line with suppliers who provided shoddy products. Now, Ford is the No. 1 Mainstream Brand in J.D Power Initial Quality Study.
By Tim Healey on
Rumors are always worth taking with a grain of salt, but if the Honda Element returns, it will likely have a hybrid powertrain.
By Tim Healey on
While many luxury SUVs prioritize style and performance, the Lexus TX 350 focuses on something increasingly difficult to find: three rows, real family space, and everyday comfort.
By Noah Washington on
Polestar says its EVs are still supported in the U.S., and dealers are still leasing them. But with uncertainty around the brand’s future, buyers now face a bigger question: is the deal worth the risk?
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Honda CR-V owner was hit with an "Emissions System Problem" warning at 29K miles. The dealer blamed a car wash for flooding the rear EVAP charcoal canister and denied warranty coverage, sticking the driver with a $2,000 out-of-pocket bill.
By Noah Washington on
The Tundra moved a 22-foot equipment trailer, a 10,000-pound skid steer, and several thousand pounds of attachments. The owner knew it was too much truck work for a half-ton, kept it slow, and had a dually coming the next day.
By Noah Washington on
A Rivian driver in High Banks, Michigan, gained 12 percent battery from an ordinary household outlet. The speed was laughable. The result was still useful.
By Noah Washington on
A GMC Sierra EV Denali owner expected his 2022 Ford F-250 Power Stroke to win a 20-to-60 mph trailer pull. The electric truck finished in about six seconds. The diesel took about 10.5.
By Denis Flierl on
A Virginia 2026 Toyota Tacoma SR5 owner faces a $3,600 dealership demand for a TRD-approved leveling kit to keep his lifetime warranty intact. Here is how DIY 3-inch suspension modifications legally impact factory drivetrain and chassis coverage.
By Tim Healey on
Whether it’s the 2011 Honda Ridgeline vs the 2026 Honda Ridgeline or another model, there’s a never-ending debate among people on which generation is the best one to buy for any given model.
By John Goreham on
The automotive media loves to find a new boogie man responsible for pedestrian roadway fatalities. Why not simply look at the top-line data?
By Marc Beresford on
Range anxiety is vanishing thanks to NIO. Their revolutionary battery swapping network now powers everything from luxury SUVs to compact city cars, making electric vehicle ownership faster, easier, and more reliable than ever before. Join the movement.