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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.

Tesla has shared an exciting first look at the new Cybertruck-based 3-row SUV, which is currently in development at the company’s design studio. Tesla fans are thrilled, suggesting it could boost the EV maker’s market cap by $300 billion.

We paraphrase Michelin CrossClimate 2 tire owner SM, who has luckily avoided buying the wrong tires for his Honda Pilot. Here’s how he likes the tires he got.

A Cybertruck owner claims that a Tesla salesperson tricked him into accepting a defective truck, assuring him it would be repaired during a mobile service visit. He now reports that he must drive four hours to a Tesla service center for repairs.

A Cybertruck owner says he was able to record footage of a 16-year-old vandalizing his vehicle. However, despite having the evidence, the owner says the authorities will not arrest the perpetrator because he is a minor.

A Cybertruck owner reports that his usual car wash refused to serve him, providing a vague explanation that the truck might be too big. However, he doesn’t believe them and suspects he was denied service due to anti-Elon Musk sentiment.

A Cybertruck owner says she’s confused why her doors keep opening by themselves when the Cybertruck is parked at night or at work. She mentions that the only recent change she made is tinting her windows.

A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he really enjoys driving his truck, but Tesla is penalizing him for choosing to drive manually instead of relying on Tesla’s FSD software. He adds that it’s unfair to be punished for simply enjoying driving his Cybertruck.

General Motors has paused production of its high-end EVs in response to slowing global demand, fierce competition from Chinese automakers, and the realization that affordable models are key to mass-market success.

By strategically expanding its highly reliable, open-access charging network and cultivating a unique adventure-focused brand, Rivian is effectively challenging Tesla's long-held dominance in the EV market.

A recent study showing that EV drivers use only a small fraction of their car's total range daily, combined with expanding charging infrastructure, suggests the industry should pivot from a costly 300-mile range standard to something shorter.

A Cybertruck owner reports that after only a 2-hour drive from the delivery center, everything on the left side of his truck stopped working. The passenger-side doors, windows, and lights don’t function, but he can’t get a service appointment for a month.

A Cybertruck owner says it’s been a few days since he bought his truck, and he thinks it’s the closest vehicle he’s ever seen to perfect. He adds that he’s glad he didn’t listen to all the negativity and went ahead and bought a Cybertruck.

A Cybertruck owner finally tested his long-held suspicion that his truck’s full self-driving software doesn’t recognize railroad crossing gates. He had to slam on the brakes to stop the Cybertruck from driving directly into an oncoming train.

Our title paraphrases a 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner, who is concerned that his dealer may be suggesting an alignment that he does not need. How can he trust this dealer, and how can he know if he really does need an alignment?