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News Opinion (Page 6)

News Opinion

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

By Dimitar Angelov on
While Lexus models are champions in retaining value, here's why this owner decided to trade-in his GX550 Luxury+ for an older, German premium SUV.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Multiple Tesla Cybertruck owners report discovering rubber ducks placed on their trucks. One owner shared he was furious when he noticed a child touching his Cybertruck, only to realize he simply wanted to leave him a rubber duck.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reports a bizarre incident where his truck became unresponsive while all systems stayed powered on. The Cybertruck had to be towed, with its high beams on, blinding oncoming traffic. The owner says he’s no longer a Tesla “fanboy.”
By Dimitar Angelov on
A disgruntled Nissan Z owner says that the “MyNissan” app did not report anything, but luckily, nothing major is missing from the sports car.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he accidentally found himself driving his truck in a tornado zone. However, he did not want to stop and get a hotel, so he decided to drive through the worst weather conditions of his life.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reported that both front wheels turned inward while driving. He’s suspicious whether this was sabotage by Tesla vandals since the tie rod is unbolted without visible damage. He adds that he’s never seen anything like this.
By Rob Enderle on
Western Car makers are falling behind their Chinese counterparts at an alarming rate, and analyst consensus indicates that they will be in catastrophic failure unless they step up. Intel is uniquely positioned to help these car companies close this gap.
By Rob Enderle on
Western Automakers have dropped behind their Chinese counterparts by around a decade and China continues to advance, if this trend isn’t reversed most Western car makers are likely to fail by 2030 simply because of their management style and structure.
By Rob Enderle on
While the report that Geely was buying Jaguar was an April Fools' joke, this would be a great idea for both firms.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has acknowledged calls for his resignation as Tesla CEO after disappointing Q1 delivery results. Musk expressed gratitude to an investor who threatened to sell 75% of his Tesla shares if Musk stepped down as CEO.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The new GR Corolla will feature many important improvements, but Toyota still doesn't say anything about the engine.
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.