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A Cybertruck owner says he experienced a critical failure during his first drive from the Tesla delivery center. He added that he has asked Tesla to give him a replacement truck or his money back, but the EV maker has refused his request.

GM significantly reduces prices on some EVs to better compete with Ford and other EV makers raising the potential for an EV price war.

Bosch's new centralized vehicle operating system, adopted by three major automakers for 2027 EVs, marks a significant challenge to existing automotive OS players like BlackBerry QNX, promising a safer, more consistent, and integrated driving experience.

With tech that simplifies ownership and range that eases anxiety, the Toyota BZ is helping to show a different side of Toyota.

A Cybertruck owner reports that State Farm insurance is doubling his rate out of the blue. He adds that initially, he was quoted $400/month; however, the insurance agent who gave him this rate was let go, and now State Farm is asking for $800/month.

I love the way my Tesla Model Y launches, my tires do not share the feeling.

Tesla Model Y versus the train, one trip’s data collides with assumptions about what is best for the city.

This Ford F-250 owner is in a financial jam. Her F-Series truck is currently valued at about $10K to $20K less than she owes on it. Out of desperation, she was considering letting it be repo’d. Here’s the smart solution.

A Cybertruck owner says he’s now on his third off-road lightbar after the first two failed, and one flew off in the middle of the highway. Tesla engineers, puzzled by the multiple failures, have sent the faulty components back to headquarters.

A Cybertruck owner says he’s been waiting weeks for his truck to get a new battery pack, even though he hasn't taken delivery yet. Making things more confusing, he adds that he has received the title for the Cybertruck, which he hasn’t even seen.

Charging my Chevy Equinox EV after hours exposed a problem apps don’t warn you about. See how it affects renters and shift workers, and a surprising trend that will help to fix the problem.

We discuss Ram’s wise move to abandon its battery-electric Ram Pickup truck with a Ram owner who also owns a Stellantis EV.

I drove a BMW i7 and it shattered old myths by revealing a calmer kind of muscle and refinement that gas cars simply cannot match.

A Cybertruck owner claims his truck stopped a bullet and saved his life when he was shot on the highway by a Tesla hater. He shares a picture showing his Cybertruck’s stainless steel damaged but not pierced by the bullet.

A Cybertruck owner says he stopped monitoring his vehicle for a second, believing he had engaged FSD. However, the self-driving feature was not on, and he ended up drifting off the highway onto gravel.

Tesla's "Project Highland" Model 3 refresh offers welcome aesthetic and comfort upgrades but courts controversy and risks alienating mainstream buyers by eliminating fundamental physical controls like turn signal stalks in favor of a minimal design.

Mercedes-Benz's electric "Baby G-Wagon" is a brilliant strategic move that preserves the original's iconic design in a smaller, more accessible format, positioning it to dominate the premium rugged EV market much like Porsche's Macan did in.

Volvo's construction of a new, EV-only plant in Slovakia is a strategic masterstroke, leveraging the company's strong financial position to create a hyper-efficient, purpose-built facility that will provide a significant cost and quality advantages.

Battery-electric pickup trucks are having a rough time gaining traction in the U.S. market. Could one reason be the reliability and durability scores? Be sure you read our opinions on why Ford will be the one to watch.

Here are all the suggestions to keep your new Tesla Model Y paint shiny and silky smooth.

It looks like the damage to the Tesla Model Y brand may be permanent, but we have some insights.

Kia’s 2025 K4 is a good car in any trim, but the GT-Line Turbo is quietly the best car value in America.

A Cybertruck owner reports he has lost 13 miles of range at 80% state of charge. Since delivery, he has already driven his truck for 43,000 miles, but maintains that 13 miles of degradation is still excessive for a relatively new vehicle.

A Cybertruck owner says it’s a mystery how his truck’s glass roof ended up shattered into pieces. He mentions that he parked it in an open field with no structures above, but when he returned, the glass roof had several cracks.

A Cybertruck Owner says he contacted Tesla service because of a misaligned rubber seal around the windshield. He thought this was a minor issue, but he was surprised to learn Tesla was charging him more than $2,000 for the repair.

A Cybertruck buyer says his “new” truck has been sitting on the lot for a year. He adds that, in the meantime, the off-gassing from the interior materials has accumulated on the windows and damaged the cameras.

Porsche's groundbreaking announcement to offer factory-installed wireless charging on its upcoming electric Cayenne marks a pivotal moment for EV convenience, leveraging years of development from tech pioneers to set a new luxury standard.

Legacy automakers like Ford, GM, Hyundai, and Kia achieved record-breaking electric vehicle sales in August 2025 by offering popular vehicle types, leveraging brand trust, and benefiting from a rush for expiring tax credits, signaling a major sales event.

This column contrasts Audi's well-received Concept C, which evolves the brand's heritage, with Jaguar's controversial Type 00, which makes a radical break from its past, to argue that honoring history is a more successful strategy.

A father was airlifted to the hospital after being pinned under a Tesla Cybertruck at Burning Man. His family said the Cybertruck was silent, and the father had to shout for help from underneath the truck before the driver could reverse and free him.