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News Opinion (Page 6)

News Opinion

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

By Rob Enderle on
Ferrari’s first all-electric car, the "Elettrica," is here. It’s a silent, half-million-dollar gamble that proves the brand's soul isn't its V12 engine, but its unmatched performance and exclusivity—and it will be an astronomical success.
By Chris Johnston on
Why Chevy Equinox EV owners are talking about GM’s home energy system after trying it themselves.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk is envisioning a new purpose for the millions of Tesla vehicles on the road. Musk says the AI inference computer installed in these vehicles could be used as a distributed data center to train AI.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla Cybertruck owners say they are afraid to touch their truck because the stainless steel gets extremely hot. Some owners mention they worry about burning their hands, and one owner says he carries a bottle of water with ice just to open his doors.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Any warning message about potential brake failure is alarming, and it is now up to the dealership to get to the bottom of why this Toyota Sequoia has brake issues.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla has paid a large sum to advertise the Cybertruck in Times Square. However, regrettably, this seems more like an effort to promote Elon Musk’s $1 trillion compensation package than a plan to increase sales.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla owners are unhappy with the latest v14 FSD release. They share a long list of problems they encountered with the new software, and some say they wish they could go back to v13, and that they will be canceling their FSD subscription.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that during a recent drive, the airbag deployed unexpectedly. A lot of Cybertruck owners believe this issue should be reported to the NHTSA, while a few think it would be “unnecessary tattling to the feds.”
By Dimitar Angelov on
Kia K5 is another proof that the Korean automotive industry copied the Japanese model to dominate the American car market.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that his truck has started exhibiting strange behavior, such as stuttering and stalling, as if it were running out of gas. He adds that the issue begins when the truck is preconditioning the batteries before supercharging.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has explained how Tesla is uniquely positioned to win the robotaxi race. Musk states that tech companies capable of developing full self-driving technology can’t build cars, and automakers lack AI expertise.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk shares how he launched more than a dozen startups at Tesla with a simple Twitter post. Musk says that, unlike other companies, Tesla doesn’t play to its strengths; it builds new capabilities from scratch.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Several Cybertruck owners have reported being victims of vandalism using ‘invisible paint.’ These owners have found letters written on their B-pillars that only become visible when the vehicle gets wet. However, Tesla seems to be the one to blame.
By Dimitar Angelov on
A programmed feature or a simple electrical gremlin? Nissan Z buyers are puzzled by a fellow owner's odometer readings.
By Chris Johnston on
Chinese EVs like the BYD Atto 3 shine on price sheets, but then viral videos and safety testing complicate the decision to buy.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Despite Ford having taken some measures, Ford owners continue to be frustrated with the 10-speed automatic, co-developed with GM.
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.