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News Opinion

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

By Timothy Boyer on January 9, 2024 - 3:47PM
Why you might want to wait until after the November Presidential Elections (or just before) when buying a new car in 2024.
By John Goreham on January 9, 2024 - 3:36PM
The holidays have come and gone, but steep EV discounting remains. With the federal tax incentive a hot mess and EV enthusiasm cooling, automakers are throwing cash at EV shoppers by the handfuls. 
By John Goreham on January 9, 2024 - 1:51PM
Falken has been hitting home runs with many new tire models. The new Aklimate is a tire that many shoppers may find a good alternative to the popular Michelin CrossClimate2.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 9, 2024 - 8:52AM
Tesla’s official Cybertruck page has released a new video titled “Cybertruck in less than 60 seconds.” The video goes over the Cybertruck's features including hidden compartments. Should Tesla run the same video as a Super Bowl ad?
By John Goreham on January 8, 2024 - 2:28PM
We enjoyed an extended test period with Mitsubishi’s excellent 2024 Outlander plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle and found it offers a great EV experience without the downsides.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 8, 2024 - 11:09AM
Tesla’s Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen has highlighted a new Cybertruck review video by a “real truck guy”. The video shows the Cybertruck hauling a 3000 lbs Vanderhall Brawley and tackling sand dunes.
By John Goreham on January 7, 2024 - 10:52AM
Falken has just released its new WildPeak A/T4W winter-rated all-terrain tire. We dive deep to explain how it differs from the A/T3W it replaced and the A/T Trail tire so you can make an informed decision.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 6, 2024 - 11:02AM
We’ve seen the Cybertruck in all sorts of colors including pink and highly reflective gloss black, however, the internet has unanimously declared a new satin white Cybertruck wrap as the worst color for the all-electric truck.
By John Goreham on January 5, 2024 - 1:50PM
Toyota’s new Prius kicks sand in the face of EVangelist haters. It still outsells nearly every battery-electric vehicle model made. Here is a fun list of electric vehicles - even brands - the Prius outsells. 
By John Goreham on January 4, 2024 - 9:01PM
Nearly thirty years into the modern era of electric vehicles, so-called experts and advocates of electric vehicles cannot agree on what the definition of an “EV” is. Remarkably, they cannot even agree on what to call an EV charger. 
By Tinsae Aregay on January 4, 2024 - 10:22AM
During his latest episode, Joe Rogan reacts both in awe & terror to Tesla’s Optimus Gen-2 robot. Rogan says “What are you doing Elon Musk? It’s going to dance after it kills us. Those things are going to come out of aircraft carriers with machine guns.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 4, 2024 - 6:43AM
A new Tesla Cybertruck in-depth review video shows the Cybertruck comes standard with “interior cabin radar.” The radar is directed at passengers and Tesla is using it to detect seat occupancy in the all-electric truck.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 3, 2024 - 6:42AM
According to the vehicle’s Monroney sticker, the Tesla Cybertruck has officially become the most American-made truck. The Cybertruck has 90% of its parts produced in North America as opposed to Ford F-150 which only has 30% US/Canda made parts.
By Peter Neilson on January 2, 2024 - 8:38PM
Unveiling the untold story of EV battery replacement costs, environmental toll, and the uncertain future of used batteries. A deep dive into the world of EVs.
By Peter Neilson on January 2, 2024 - 1:08PM
Will it leave you stranded, and how much does a lifeline cost?
By Peter Neilson on January 1, 2024 - 9:30PM
Revitalize your 2008 Toyota Prius with the Vline Grom Audio Interface: a seamless blend of classic design and modern tech for an unparalleled driving experience.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 30, 2023 - 10:37AM
New pictures of the Cybertruck at the Sedona off-road center look literally out of this world. The Cybertruck shows off its off-roading prowess while at the same time proving it should be the official vehicle for Mars.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 30, 2023 - 9:04AM
The Boring Company construction equipment and pre-built tunnel sections have been spotted at Giga Texas which will be used to deliver parts to the production line from underneath. This is at the same time a Cybertruck was spotted driving in a TBC tunnel.
By Justin Hart on December 30, 2023 - 6:08AM
It seems like the media and consumers are freaking out about how scary it is to contemplate buying a used plug-in vehicle, all because you have no way to tell how long the very expensive battery will last. I am here to tell you this is utter rubbish.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 29, 2023 - 11:13AM
The first major Tesla Cybertruck car collision demonstrates the strength of the 30X cold-rolled stainless steel exoskeleton. The Cybertruck gets its fenders torn off while the Toyota Corolla that collided with the Cybertruck gets absolutely demolished.
By Armen Hareyan on December 28, 2023 - 4:46PM
Hold on, Toyota. Drivers are buzzing about the 2024 RAV4's infotainment screen, and not in a good way. Turns out, that smartphone-sized display in the base models just isn't cutting it.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 28, 2023 - 6:33AM
A lot has been written about how the competition is overtaking Tesla, however, a recent incident including a Rivian R1S and a Tesla Cybertruck shows why Tesla is still the leader when it comes to electric vehicles.
By Peter Neilson on December 27, 2023 - 3:58PM
Looking for the perfect outdoor power companion? This power bank has everything you want and more for your outdoor Prius adventures.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 27, 2023 - 7:45AM
The Cybertruck’s exposed stainless steel finish is meant to put the toughest part of the vehicle on the outside. However, early Cybertruck owners appear to unanimously be wrapping their new trucks sacrificing durability for aesthetics.
By Armen Hareyan on December 25, 2023 - 11:41PM
I see in online forums and comments that some Toyota RAV4 owners have been eyeing the new Tundra's Capstone interior and wishing the new RAV4 redesign adopt it.
By Justin Hart on December 24, 2023 - 12:45PM
If you pay as much attention as I do to electric vehicle (EV) news, you may have seen a lot of recent headlines about how EV sales are tanking, or are slower than expected and automakers like Ford and GM are slowing production or postponing releases.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 23, 2023 - 12:59PM
Youtuber Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) has released a new video about the Tesla Cybertruck. During his latest video, MKBHD compares the Cybertruck with other electric truck offerings and tries to answer whether the Cybertruck is overpriced.
By Justin Hart on December 23, 2023 - 4:11AM
About two years ago I traded in my 2017 Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid (PHEV) for a brand new Kia Sorento PHEV. I am nothing but impressed by Kia’s midsize SUV PHEV, but I keep thinking it would be great if it operated a little more like the Volt.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 21, 2023 - 10:13AM
In the 1st Cybertruck delivery video at a Tesla store, we see Tesla giving early Foundation Series Cybertruck owners a white glove treatment with 3 employees. In addition, the video shows everything you need to take delivery of your Cybertruck.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 20, 2023 - 2:05PM
Tesla’s Head of Vehicle Engineering, Lars Moravy has confirmed that the Cybertruck is the most American-made truck in the market. Lars added that he “can’t think of a single Cybertruck part that’s not made in the US.”