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Tesla’s order from Hertz will result in many minds being changed about EVs. It will also bring some new Tesla owners into the fold. Here’s how I know.

We spoke to Tesla and asked how much we needed to pay to take home a new Tesla Model 3 today. The answer was interesting for two reasons.

Tesla’s prices have been rising rapidly. We configured the least expensive Tesla Model 3 possible and then checked our work with Tesla’s help. Here is how to buy the cheapest new Model 3 Tesla sells today.

A new study ranks the Jeep Wrangler line best in the industry for value retention.

Tesla famously doesn't do paid advertisements or endorsements. However, as Tesla's brand power grows, increasingly companies are putting more effort to be associated with the EV maker. And one recent example is a Tesla Model 3 commercial featuring Tom Brady.

Ever had a problem with your Toyota dealer when taking in your Prius. You are not the only one. If you have this issue, here is what you need to know and what to do about it.

There was a deal announced today between Tesla and Hertz. Hertz is buying 100,000 Model 3 vehicles from Tesla. This is a genius move from Hertz, which recently went bankrupt. I believe this is the first deal of many between rental car companies and Tesla and is the beginning of the robotaxi network.

We review the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross SEL 1.5T S-AWC and explain why we feel it is a good alternative to the Subaru Crosstrek compact crossover.

Tesla has decided to roll back FSD Beta 10.3 software just hours after the EV maker rolled out the software. Elon Musk says the rollback was instituted after Tesla internal quality assurance team discovered an issue where the vehicle will drive back in the middle of making a left turn.

Are you looking for the best online driver's education course available? Car Talk can help.

Looking for the best car shipping company to ship your ride? Car Talk did the hard work for you already.

We have a video and news that the giant battery factory from CATL, that is just 3 km from Tesla's Giga Shanghai factory will be completed very soon. This is great news and let's see what's going on here.

There is a rumor circulating that Tesla may be doing a battery deal with BYD. If this happens, it will be a big opportunity for both companies. The question is, is the rumor true? If it is true, what does it mean?

Despite setting record delivery numbers, Tesla seems to be struggling to meet the exploding demand for its vehicles. For the second time this month, Tesla has once again instituted a wide-ranging price increase on its vehicles. The price increase affects the Model S, 3, X, & Y.

There was recent news of just how important Tesla's safety features are, including the safety features for full self-driving (FSD). Elon Musk agreed that safety is most important and Tesla is making sure that anyone using the FSD Beta has strict rules to follow in order to use it.

Tesla executives, at the companies recent quarterly earnings call, confirmed the refreshed Model Y, which will be produced at Giga Texas and Giga Berlin, will begin deliveries with 4680 cells and brand new architecture in early 2022.

Tesla announced their Q3, 2021 Earnings today. It was yet another record quarter and the first time Elon Musk was not on the call. Results had EPS: $1.44 GAAP; $1.86 NON-GAAP.

A petition looking to persuade President Joe Biden to fire the new NHTSA head is gathering steam. The petition states, new NHTSA head, Dr. Missy Cummings has in the past expressed a desire to punch Elon Musk, showed bias against Tesla by associating with TeslaQ, and has a financial conflict of interest as she serves in the board of directors of a competing company.

Elon Musk just responded to a Tweet saying that mirrors on the CyberTruck will be easily removable my owners. Whether this means just the side mirrors, or the front mirror, or both, remains to be seen.

Honda’s Civic is all-new this year and the new 2022 Si has just dropped. Dynamic styling, engine upgrades, and a cool transmission feature top our list of why this new Si excites us.

Your automaker stole your spare and you need one. Rather than try to create a kit from salvage and spare parts, here's a more sensible solution.

We have news that there is going to be a new auto park feature coming for the Tesla Model Y and Model 3. This will allow one to easily park, especially during periods of dense traffic. However, there are some very profound implications of a Tesla being able to auto park that I'll mention as well.

Your know-it-all brother-in-law is fond of correcting folks who call cars an investment. Turns out, he’s been proven wrong.

I am at it again, this time I have a huge decision to make. I bought another 2010 Prius with a failing head gasket. The question is how long can I drive on it before it fails completely. I also have a 12 hour drive home.

Many EV fans would like to own an EV but are concerned that without a home charger it is impossible. Here is a first-hand story explaining why owning an EV in the Boston area is possible.

One Boston-area shopper could have had any EV. Here’s why the Kia Niro ended up being the choice over the Tesla Model 3.

Elon Musk has advised Warren Buffett to invest in Tesla if he wants to increase his diminishing wealth. Musk has also pointed the finger at Bill Gates for shorting Tesla and possibly influencing Buffett to not invest in the EV maker.

Herbert Diess, CEO of Volkswagen, recently invited Elon Musk to a 3 day company meeting to talk with VW management about the transition to sustainable energy. It takes humility for a CEO to invite their competition to a meeting and even take advice from him. Let's see what this is all about.

Tesla insurance is going to disrupt the entire auto insurance industry. Once Tesla and Elon Musk can get around all the red tape and regulations required, Tesla insurance will become the dominant player in the auto insurance industry. Here's why.

Looking for a good, reliable used car? Here’s what one car expert has to say about this contender that used car shoppers should not overlook in spite of its age.