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News Opinion (Page 18)

News Opinion

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

By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner is celebrating the fact that Tesla sold him a defective truck. He can now avoid all the depreciation by returning the vehicle to Tesla at full price. However, he’ll be using the money to buy another Cybertruck for $30,000 less.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Ghosts in the car? No, but one owner got a slight fright after her RAV4's fuel level gauge suddenly changed its readout.
By John Goreham on
Electric vehicle advocates sing the praises of EVs loudly and often. Here is an updated list of five things that are special about EVs that help explain why they no longer require tax credits, rebates, and special lease deals. 
By Dimitar Angelov on
A total of 14 Hyundai models are being recalled due to a seemingly minor issue that could, potentially, cause expensive repairs, if left unattended.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner who was hit by a drunk driver running a red light at 60 miles per hour asserts that his truck safeguarded both his and his five-year-old daughter's lives. He says he’ll be buying another Cybertruck as soon as possible.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Nissan Z Performance is a bargain sports car, but this comes at a price, and not everyone is willing to pay. Some owners opt to make the Z into the car it should have been from the start.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reported being initially concerned when he saw a woman acting suspiciously around his truck; however, his suspicion turned into a pleasant surprise when he realized she had left him a $20 Ruby Tuesday gift card.
By Dimitar Angelov on
One owner showcases how you can get the most out of your Toyota RAV4 ownership. 
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla Cybertruck owners are experiencing a sudden increase in insurance premiums following a recent rise in Tesla vandalism incidents. Some owners report premium increases of up to 33%. Nevertheless, these owners state they will not sell their Cybertruck.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk reacted negatively after SpaceX’s 1st employee and co-founder purchased a problem-ridden Porsche Taycan, which needed two battery pack replacements in 8 months. A former Tesla board member proposes switching to a Model S Plaid.
By Rob Enderle on
Audi has created a focused brand for younger drivers in China, and this well-targeted effort could be highly successful not only in China but also in much of the rest of the world.
By Rob Enderle on
Ford has patented a stick shift for gas cars which potentially makes EVs a lot more fun to drive. This builds on efforts by Hyundai and Dodge to make EVs far more fun to drive potentially overcoming some objections muscle car buyers have had about EVs.
By Rob Enderle on
The Aston Martin and Curv racing simulator may be the least expensive new Aston Martin you can buy. It is relatively cheap to own and safe to drive, making it the perfect addition to the ultimate man cave.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Some Nissan Z owners wonder if their sports cars don't have a transmission issue, as many report notchiness, and some even claim their manual transmission grinds on third gear.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reports that Carvana quoted him $59,400 for his three-month-old Cybertruck, which has merely 2,000 miles. Other Cybertruck owners note, “Weeks prior, they offered $80,000 for a non-Foundation Cybertruck with 9,000 miles.”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Female Tesla Cybertruck owners share their experiences of driving the all-electric truck daily. Several grandmothers and mothers weigh in, with some sharing their strategies for avoiding confrontation, stating, “I avoid eye contact with other drivers."
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla fans celebrate after a Cybertruck was spotted rescuing a Ford F-150 stranded in Canadian snow; However, doubts about the video's authenticity have emerged, even though the Cybertruck owner insists the Ford F-150 was truly stuck.
By Dimitar Angelov on
A Toyota dealership tried to charge a 2025 Toyota Tundra owner for a minor issue that should fall under warranty.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk cautions Tesla fans not to celebrate the recent 25% tariff that will be imposed on all vehicles imported into the U.S. starting April 2. Musk repeatedly reiterated that the tariffs will have a significant negative impact on Tesla.
By Nicholas Muhoro on
A Mustang Mach-E owner woke up frustrated after an over-the-air update led to front camera fault and pre-colision assist error. He is confused because the update was for Bluecruise but the vehicle is a 2021 Mach-E Select.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The 2026 Porsche 992.2 Turbo S is almost production ready as the latest spy images reveal minor changes. However, things will be very different under the hood.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Many Cybertruck owners report experiencing stability problems at speeds above 70 miles per hour. The issue appears to be linked to the foam inserts inside the Cybertruck’s all-terrain tires. This could result in the Cybertruck’s 9th physical recall.
By Dimitar Angelov on
While welcome by MOPAR fans, Dodge's decision to bring back the V-8 could hurt the company in another way.
By Nicholas Muhoro on
Electric vehicles are increasing in popularity as their range and utility improve. However, safety is also a crucial element in vehicle ownership, so we have come up with a list of the best EV SUVs to look out for in 2025
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that an individual has offered to buy his used truck for $109,000, but he is hesitant to sell at that price. Other Cybertruck owners advise, “Take the money & run!" Now, he is awaiting Tesla’s approval to proceed with the sale.
By Dimitar Angelov on
A Toyota dealer tastefully modifies the J250 Land Cruiser with features it should have come from the factory.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A brand-new Tesla Model Y owner reports that he accidentally touched his Model Y screen, opened the trunk, and ended up smashing it into his garage door. He’s saddened by the scratch but shares a method to prevent this from happening in the future.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck buyer from Tennessee first reacted, “Yikes, that thing UGLY," when seeing the vehicle. Yet, after test-driving it as a joke, he remarked, “I don’t know what happened; I ended up ordering one on the spot."
By Dimitar Angelov on
If you are searching for your next family car, these SUVs will make you forget about minivans.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares that he was just rear-ended by a Chevy Colorado, making it the third time he has been rear-ended in 120 days. He adds that he was driving to a Tesla collision center to have his truck repaired from the previous incident.