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News Opinion (Page 5)

News Opinion

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

By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he recently left his truck parked outside during a rainstorm. He didn’t think this would be an issue; however, when he got back, he found his driver’s side door jammed and unable to open.
By Dimitar Angelov on
A love-hate relationship with a used Kia Stinger GT Line could turn out to be due to a lack of maintenance.
By John Goreham on
We offer our driving impressions of an all-terrain tire that works well on crossovers and small SUVs.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk is warning Tesla investors who oppose his $1 trillion pay package. Musk points out that he has significantly outperformed other automotive CEOs, and without this compensation package, he wouldn’t be running Tesla.
By Denis Flierl on
A Ford Mustang Mach-E user's failed charging attempt sparks Supercharger gridlock in Salt Lake City, leading to frustration, adaptors, and harsh notes. What happened next? Here's what Tesla owners need to know about this rude and inconsiderate behavior
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner expresses his frustration after Tesla refused to perform a wheel alignment on his 3-month-old vehicle under warranty. Tesla argues that alignment isn't covered because hitting a single pothole could cause the issue.
By Rob Enderle on
Toyota aims to leapfrog EV rivals with solid-state batteries by 2028, betting on safer, faster-charging tech to regain ground lost to Chinese dominance—but the success of this late, high-risk play depends on timely, cost-effective execution.
By Rob Enderle on
Electrogenic's new drop-in kit converts classic Land Rover Defenders to electric power in a single day. It swaps the unreliable engine for a silent, high-torque motor, dramatically improving off-road capability and reliability while preserving the vehicle
By Rob Enderle on
Facing a rising tide of affordable Chinese EVs, Honda and Mitsubishi have formed a joint venture to dominate Japan's vital Kei car market. Leveraging Honda's engineering and Mitsubishi's proven success, they will co-develop next-generation, affordable EV.
By Rob Enderle on
Audi's Q6 Offroad concept is a far more achievable goal than the insane Audi AI: Trail quattro concept and could be a game changer for the brand.
By Rob Enderle on
The new MBUX AI Co-Pilot from Mercedes-Benz allows the car to understand conversational, multi-intent commands, marking a significant leap from simple voice controls to a truly intelligent and responsive automotive assistant.
By Rob Enderle on
The stunning Mercedes "Vision Iconic" concept blends a "Batman: The Animated Series" aesthetic with a revolutionary steam punk interior, serving as a desperately needed and desirable car that could redefine the future of luxury EVs.
By Chris Johnston on
The future is looking much brighter for car owners who want to replace their gas-powered vehicles with a single EV for both road trips and daily driving.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Months after Cybertruck owners began reporting that their off-road lightbars were flying off in the middle of the highway, Tesla has now finally halted lightbar installations. The EV maker acknowledged the issue in an email sent to Cybertruck owners.
By Chris Johnston on
Off roading with an EV like the Rivian R1S makes instant torque feel like a cheat code.
By Chris Johnston on
The Chevy Volt showed that range extenders work, but Volvo’s newly announced EREV demands an honest look at who really wants it, and what counts as progress.
By Rob Enderle on
The Dacia Hipster Concept is a brilliantly affordable, stylishly practical EV. It perfectly nails Dacia's value-focused strategy, making it an ideal second or kid’s car.
By Rob Enderle on
Volvo's new EX30, while slightly above the promised $35k price, is a brilliant, nearly-affordable entry to the premium EV market. Leveraging the brand's reputation for safety and design, it has become an instant sales success, positioning Volvo the future
By Rob Enderle on
Silent EVs lack the soulful sound of gasoline supercars. While competitors use fake, synthesized noises, Ferrari will amplify the authentic, natural acoustic frequencies from its electric motors, creating a unique and genuine sound signature for a new era
By Rob Enderle on
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is set to redefine the hot hatch market with an attractive, high-performance new entry.
By Rob Enderle on
Alpha's Wolf is a brilliant bet on simplicity, offering an affordable, no-frills electric truck for a massive, overlooked market.
By Chris Johnston on
A sticky summer blackout put Ford F-150 Lightning V2H backup power to the test, and made me rethink my trim level choice.
By Rob Enderle on
BMW's new i3 corrects its predecessor's flaws, perfectly targeting the affordable premium EV segment at exactly the right time.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Musk’s announcement that Tesla will deprioritize the $25,000 affordable vehicle in favor of the Cybercab has caused discontent among Tesla fans. Tesla fans implore Elon Musk to reconsider, saying he should produce both vehicles.
By John Goreham on
We have just tested a portable Level 2 Lectron EV Charger with an NACS connection. Be sure to read this before installing your NEMA 14-50 outlet.
By Aram Krajekian on
Nearly 233,000 miles later, this 2009 Honda Civic is still proving why old-school reliability is hard to beat, and why Honda’s newest generation has big shoes to fill.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he started noticing a foul odor a few days after taking delivery. He adds that Tesla eventually found the rodent’s nest and feces, causing the smell, but this has dampened his excitement for the $97,000 truck.
By Chris Johnston on
We all hear how much EV drivers love their cars, but there is a long list of gripes and anecdotes that they do not share. This owner traded a 2020 Gas Tucson for a 2023 Hyundai Kona EV and found out a few very interesting things EV owners don't often say.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Cybertruck owners are expressing their wish that Tesla would allow them to turn off rear-wheel steering while towing. One Cybertruck owner claims he jackknifed his truck while driving forward & blamed the 4-wheel steering for the incident.
By Chris Johnston on
From the Polestar 2 to high riding pickup trucks, this is why tonight’s headlights feel harsher, with data, recalls, and fixes you can try.