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News Opinion (Page 20)

News Opinion

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

By Tinsae Aregay on
In a first-of-its-kind act of philanthropy, a Tesla fan says he will be accepting a lower trade-in offer from Tesla than he can get otherwise. His reason is that he wants to help Tesla financially & adds “I’m super happy Tesla will pocket the difference.”
By Dimitar Angelov on
It is a recurring issue that plagues multiple model years of the Mazda MX-5 Miata. The issue is well-documented, but dealerships will fix it only under certain circumstances.
By Mikey Garcia on
Vietnamese automaker VinFast expands rapidly in the EV market with models like VF8 & VF9, praised for affordability but faces software glitches & reliability issues.
By John Goreham on
Electric vehicles face not just headwinds in 2025 but a hurricane of problems. Here’s why we see EV market share in America dropping back to levels of a few years ago.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck buyer who was instructed to schedule a service appointment for a Cybertruck he has yet to receive says he’s taking Tesla to court. He adds, “This is un-American,’ and he didn’t even have a honeymoon period with his brand new Cybertruck.
By Mikey Garcia on
Honda’s Prologue is a stunning EV, but will charging nightmares could leave you stranded! Can Honda fix this fatal flaw before it’s too late?
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Porsche 911 GT3 market can currently be described as the "perfect storm", but not for everyone. Here's how you can be in luck if the 992 GT3 is on your radar
By John Goreham on
In our review of the 2025 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec Advance, we explore the vehicle's many pluses and explain why we feel the two minuses are not really a problem, despite many people flagging them. 
By Mikey Garcia on
The Volkswagen’s ID. Buzz shines with its retro design and nostalgic appeal, but below the surface lies a complex reality where it struggles to balance practicality and its premium price tag.
By Rob Enderle on
The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is far cheaper and far faster than similar cars from Audi, Porsche, and Tesla, showcasing a massive and growing advantage Chinese car companies have, and this advantage is growing very rapidly.
By Rob Enderle on
Mergers between peer companies like Honda and Nissan are complicated to pull off, this one failed because of conflicts between C-level executives who didn’t want to retire early.
By Mikey Garcia on
With an substantive 400-mile range and impressive towing, the Chevy Silverado EV might be the electric truck America has been waiting for.
By Dimitar Angelov on
A few owners are starting to experience a minor but frustrating issue with their Hyundai Palisade SUV. So far, there is no proven, universal solution.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reported that he broke his driver’s side window while attempting to simply open and close the door. This incident occurred while he was stuck on the road after his Cybertruck's battery unexpectedly died in cold weather.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Cross-shopping the Toyota 4Runner and Honda Passport? Here's why this “apples to oranges” comparison, could be swaying in favor of Honda's midsize SUV.
By Tinsae Aregay on
After Tesla investors collectively lost $627 billion in two months, Elon Musk responded to accusations that he was to blame for the decline in Tesla stock price. Musk states, “The long-term outcome for Tesla is very high.”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla announces that the promotional price for the Cybertruck will conclude after four days. Through the official Cybertruck account, the company urges prospective buyers to finalize their purchase before the prices increase.
By John Goreham on
Many EVs once relegated to second-class status are about to have their Cinderella moment.
By Dimitar Angelov on
These SUVs pack V-6 power, proven tech, and great versatility, making them the perfect family fortresses on wheels.
By Mikey Garcia on
As affordable EVs like GM’s Spark EUV and Kia’s EV3 gain traction globally, it’s concerning that U.S. consumers might miss out. The lack of affordable options in the American market is a glaring issue, and unless addressed, Americans could be priced out.
By John Goreham on
We are into our second calendar year of testing the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady2 Tires, and our review updates have now offered up some definitive answers to this tire's capabilities. We now feel that our own findings are indeed correct. 
By John Goreham on
We examine how Tesla has risen from the bottom of the barrel in terms of dependability to about average in just one year. Here is what changed.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says, “As my truck encountered Michigan's harsh snow and road salt, it developed rust and corrosion on the so-called stainless steel!” Wonders if he should wrap his Cybertruck to prevent the brown spots from accumulating.
By Dimitar Angelov on
This is not an isolated issue as other 2024 Toyota Tacoma owners are experiencing it too. In some cases, even the dealerships don't know what the problem is.
By Dimitar Angelov on
People are willing to trade in their Land Cruiser hybrid for different SUVs from the same company, and according to some owners, there is a good reason for it.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk is showcasing new Tesla customers who were previously averse to electric vehicles but are now drawn to the brand because of his actions. Excited, Musk exclaims, “Tesla rocks!"
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla’s VP of Engineering, Lars Moravy, has dismissed rumors that the company will discontinue the Model S and Model X. Instead, the chief engineer states that the Model S and X will receive a refresh later in 2025.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla says the Cyber Cab will be made out of plastic panels, and similar to the Cybertruck, it will also not require a paint shop. Tesla adds the color will be injected during the plastic molding process, which will eliminate orange peel and paint bleed.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he crashed into a nice old lady while backing up in a parking lot. He adds, “My Cybertruck was barely scratched, but I did a number on her door.”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla’s chief Cybertruck engineer has published a 10-step guide for Cybertruck owners who find themselves stuck in snow. The 10th recommendation is, “Get a friend with a tow strap to pull you out.”