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Opinion on auto industry news. Opinion on cars and new vehicles.

By Rob Enderle on
In the United States and around the world, a new battery breakthrough from a local Chinese research team achieving 700 Wh/kg via a novel fluorinated electrolyte could dramatically accelerate electric vehicle adoption and challenge ICE norms.
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla’s rollout of Grok AI in Australia and New Zealand marks a pivotal shift from "smart car" to "personal device," setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown with Google Gemini.
By Rob Enderle on
Audi’s 2027 RS 5 debuts with a staggering 630-hp plug-in hybrid powertrain, blending supercar-slaying torque with 52 miles of silent EV range—but can it outrun its own 5,100-pound curb weight?
By Dimitar Angelov on
By offering two very different variants of the Pathfinder, Nissan wants to become more competitive, but in doing so, has missed an opportunity to delve into its off-road heritage.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Lincoln might be a pale shadow of what it once was, but this Town Car makes a strong case for the brand.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says his doors mysteriously keep opening on their own after a snowstorm. This is the second time this issue has come up; however, Tesla is refusing to fix it under warranty, saying the owner caused it by tinting the windows.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Nissan’s build-to-order strategy might backfire as the company still struggles financially.
By Tinsae Aregay on
MKBHD shares that Tesla is refusing to loan him a Model Y for a review video on his channel. MKBHD says that Tesla cut off all communication with him after he sold his Cybertruck, and he hasn’t heard back from the EV maker since.
By Rob Enderle on
Despite the end of federal tax credits, the 2026 U.S. EVX Ownership Study reveals record-high satisfaction. Tesla and Ford lead the charge as EV owners prove they aren't looking back.
By Rob Enderle on
BMW’s Neue Klasse iX3 arrives with a staggering 500-mile range and 400kW charging, finally challenging the internal combustion engine’s last stronghold: the psychological barrier of the long-distance open road.
By Rob Enderle on
Ford’s "Bounty Hunter" engineers just revealed the secret sauce behind their $30,000 electric pickup. Can radical "unicasting" and F1-inspired aero reclaim the affordable truck crown from rising global rivals?
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla narrowly avoids a California sales ban by settling with the DMV, agreeing to drop misleading "Autopilot" marketing. This landmark shift signals a new era of accountability for autonomous driving claims.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Nissan is at a precipice, and similar to Toyota, it can delve into its past in order to secure a future.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla Cybertruck owners are considering suing Tesla over the cancellation of the range-extender battery pack. One owner says his truck gets only 240 miles of daily range, and he wouldn’t have spent $135,000 without the promise of extra range.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The American sports car with a custom body proves that not all special vehicles are unobtainable.
By Rob Enderle on
New data reveals Tesla’s Austin Robotaxi fleet is crashing up to nine times more often than humans. Can the brand survive the fallout, or is the "Cybercab" dream officially stalled?
By Rob Enderle on
As Ford faces staggering losses in its EV division, CEO Jim Farley is making a high-stakes gamble: asking the U.S. government to trade trade-war rigidity for Chinese battery supremacy.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner recounts his ordeal when his truck stopped recognizing his phone key. He got the truck towed, but Tesla found no issue. The problem returned, and after a lengthy service visit, he found a solution Tesla didn’t expect.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Fellow Infiniti owners don’t seem to approve of the Korean performance sedan’s reliability, with some claiming he is “replacing repairs for more repairs”.
By Rob Enderle on
A massive wave of off-lease EVs is crashing into the used market, slashing prices by 50%. Here is why your next high-performance car should be a pre-owned electric steal.
By Rob Enderle on
Subaru’s 2026 Uncharted EV changes the game with a $34,995 starting price and 300-mile range, perfectly timed to dominate the Pacific Northwest and redefine entry-level electric adventure for everyone.
By Rob Enderle on
Toyota is ditching the industry-standard "skateboard" EV chassis for a revolutionary modular "box" design, promising more interior space, cheaper repairs, and a strategic shield against rising Chinese EV price threats.
By John Goreham on
As EV adoption in America stalls, Toyota is about to come on strong. Here’s why a veteran auto industry analyst thinks Toyota will do just fine with EVs in the years ahead.
By Dimitar Angelov on
PHEV trucks are not plentiful, nor popular in the US, but that’s okay, because Nissan can sell you something better.
By Rob Enderle on
Volvo’s latest OTA update brings Google’s Gemini AI to 2.5 million cars, transforming frustrating voice commands into natural dialogue and turning cryptic dashboard "idiot lights" into clear, conversational helpfulness.
By Rob Enderle on
Detroit is burning $53 billion as it retreats from EVs to hybrids. But with China’s tech lead growing, is this a smart pivot or a slow-motion surrender to obsolescence?
By Dimitar Angelov on
Many Mazda employees want a new rotary sports car, and this could be the “push” the company needs, but at what cost?
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares a frustrating experience he had at a Tesla service center. The owner dropped off his brand-new Cybertruck for a routine service appointment, but while it was parked on the lot, another truck crashed into it and damaged it.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Sometimes, the internet exaggerates problems, and it’s one of those times where the car community clarifies things, for prospective owners.
By John Goreham on
We posted the news this morning that the 2027 Toyota Highlander will be battery-electric to the most popular Highlander group online. Reactions are trending negative, but some are thrilled.