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Infiniti Q50 owner had enough of expensive repairs, decided to cut their losses, and get a "brand-new" Hyndai Elantra N, fellow members quuestion the choice
Owner Says: "I Traded In My Q50 For a Brand-new 2024Hyundai Elantra N, Only 9388 Miles On It.", But Fellow Members Warn He Is Replacing One Problem For Another
By Dimitar Angelov on
Fellow Infiniti owners don’t seem to approve of the Korean performance sedan’s reliability, with some claiming he is “replacing repairs for more repairs”.
2025 Subaru BRZ
Miata Owner Is Hesitant About Switching To a Subaru BRZ Due To Potential Engine Failure And RTV Issues, But Are The Fears Well-Founded?
By Dimitar Angelov on
Sometimes, the internet exaggerates problems, and it’s one of those times where the car community clarifies things, for prospective owners.
Buying a 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser sight unseen
Buying A Used Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series Sight Unseen: Pros And Cons
By Dimitar Angelov on
The high-mileage SUV was acquired by the TFL YouTube channel, and proves that some risks are worth taking.
2025 Toyota Sienna damage - melted exterior plastic trim
Sienna Owner Gets Called Out After Blaming Toyota "Cheap" Build Quality for Damage
By Dimitar Angelov on
The damage on this 2025 Toyota Sienna seems to be caused by a very unlikely, but very real phenomenon, and fellow owners are worriled by the potential dangers.
2025 Toyota Sienna accident while attempting to merge onto a main road
Toyota Sienna Owner: "Tankful for 10 Airbags" and "We Had Zero Issues With The Middle Seats, Following a Serious Crash
By Dimitar Angelov on
The owner’s 16-year daughter was driving when the accident happened, but thank God, everyone walked away uninjured.
Tesla front-end damage after hitting a snowman fileld with cinder blocks
Tesla Owner Loses a "Fight" With a Snowman, Blames The Kid's Parents
By Dimitar Angelov on
It is safe to say that Tesla cars are not snowman-resistant, and one owner found that out the hard way.
2008 Toyota Land Cruiser with 546k miles on the odometer, on the original engine and transmission
This 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser Has Well Over 500,000 Miles On The Odometer, And Despite a VSC Warning, The Owner Isn't Planning On Selling It Anytime Soon
By Dimitar Angelov on
This high-mileage SUV shows why Toyota is still a prime choice for long-term vehicles, but also displays a well-known issue on the dashboard.
2026 Toyota Sienna
Owner: My 2026 Sienna XLE Has Condensation On The Back Of The Oil Cap After 900 Miles, Dealer Looks At It, Says It's Normal
By Dimitar Angelov on
The sight of a milky residue on the oil cap is understandably worrying, but in this case, it seems to be driver error.
2026 Toyota Sienna XSE
Is Toyota Cheaping Out On The 2026 Sienna? Some Owners Seems To Think So, But The Issue Might Be In The Dealer
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota says the feature should be standard, but this owner does not have it on his 2026 Sienna XSE, raising a lot of questions.
A red 2026 Corvette Stingray speeds down a city street at dusk. Motion blur highlights its aerodynamic design, reflecting a sense of power and excitement.
I Have Purchased Six Brand New Corvettes Since 2002 and Two of Them Were Lemons, and These Two Cases Forced Me to Lawyer Up Because of GM
By Aram Krajekian on
A lifetime of Corvette loyalty for one owner unraveled after two lemon cases turned ownership into a drawn-out legal battle.
2021 Kia Stinger GT
Kia Stinger Owner Has The Dreadded Oil-pressure Warning, Says It Lost A Whole Quart After He "Topped It Off Yesterday "
By Dimitar Angelov on
This is not an isolated case and Kia is replacing some engines free of charge, but troubleshooting the problem reveals that it may be down to a $240 part.
Some Kia Stinger owners experience key fob malfunction, and we look into the issue
Kia Stinger Not Detecting Both Keys? Here’s the Real Reason
By Dimitar Angelov on
Some Kia Stinger owners are experiencing problems where the key fobs aren't being detected by the car, and we delve into the potnetial causes before you spend big money.
2025 Toyota 4Runner group
Buyer's Dilemma: Toyota Land Cruiser Vs Toyota 4Runner
By Dimitar Angelov on
An owner is torn between two seemingly very different Toyota SUVs, and owners share their insight on which one is the better buy, but the subject becomes divisive.
Kia Stinger and Toyota Corolla
Owner: "I really enjoyed the Kia Stinger When It Worked, But I Had More Problems With That Car Than Anything I’ve Ever Owned, So I Picked Up a Toyota Corolla And I’m Really Happy With It.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The unusual switch from a performance car to the much more frugal Toyota Corolla may seem unusual, but it makes more sense than one might think.
Certain Toyota GR Corolla may experience premature clutch wear, even without spirited driving.
Toyota GR Corolla Owner Says, "I've got a 2023 And Sure Hope Toyota Will Warranty When It Goes.", After Owners Complain From Vague Feel And Premature Clutch Wear
By Dimitar Angelov on
According to owner reports, some early Toyota GR Corolla models experience vague clutch feel and wear out extremely fast. We could be looking at another Toyota recall.
Third-generation Toyota Sequoia driver instrument cluster
Toyota Sequoia Shows "Braking Power Low, Stop In A Safe Place, See Owner's Manual" Message, And It May Be A Serious Safety Hazard
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.
Dodge Viper Gen 3 crash
Be Safe Out There Everyone As Few Weeks Ago My Dodge Viper Did Its Job And Protected Me, But The Buy Back Was Too High
By Dimitar Angelov on
The now-former owner of one of the most dangerous American sports cars, the Dodge Viper, walked away with only minor injuries.
Nissan Z Performance 6MT
Nissan Z Owner Shocked To Find His Odometer Had Racked Up 5,000 Miles Overnight
By Dimitar Angelov on
A programmed feature or a simple electrical gremlin? Nissan Z buyers are puzzled by a fellow owner's odometer readings.
Hyundai Ionic 3 Hot-Hatch
Hyundai's Next Checkmate: Why the Ioniq 3 Will Conquer the Hot Hatch Market
By Rob Enderle on
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is set to redefine the hot hatch market with an attractive, high-performance new entry.
A dark silver 2009 Honda Civic is parked on a sunny street beside a green lawn. The car's exterior is shiny, and the setting is calm with a clear sky.
My 2009 Honda Civic Has 232,000 Miles and Still Drives Like a Champ, and It’s Proof You Don’t Need a $40,000 New Car to Get Reliability
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.
Anne Bishop in a black dress smiles while standing besides her red Tesla Model S on a scenic road. The background features greenery and a view of the ocean under a clear sky.
My Lemon Tesla Model S Sparked a Legal Battle in Australia That Could Damage Tesla’s Reputation Worldwide
By Aram Krajekian on
This Certified Pre-Owned Tesla Model S owner thought her car would last decades, but the legal precedent she may set in Australia could prove catastrophic for Tesla’s public image.
2024 Infiniti Q50
"I Lost The Keyfob For My Infiniti, But Thank Goodness For MyInfiniti App"
By Dimitar Angelov on
One owner makes a good case for what many would call a useless gimmick in the automotive world
2024 Porsche Taycan 4S
As I Was Praising My Porsche Taycan, I Experienced A Severe Malfunction, After Only A Year Of Ownership
By Dimitar Angelov on
Porsche's popular, four-door EV model is a great offering, but continues to plague owner with the infamous, “Engine control error” issue. Will Porsche issue another service recall?
Here's what $15,000+ of upgrades does to your Lexus GX550 Overtrail+
One Owner Created The Perfect Lexus GX550
By Dimitar Angelov on
It's amazing what $15,000 worth of accessories can do to the already formidable Japanese SUV
A car's rearview camera display shows a night scene with dark background and colorful guidelines for safe parking. A large lens flare is visible on the right.
I’ve Been to the Dealership Several Times for My GMC Sierra 1500 Denali’s Backup Camera, But After a Year They Still Claim There’s No Fix
By Aram Krajekian on
When a top-trim GMC Sierra 1500 can’t deliver on something as basic as night vision, even the boldest V8 and flashiest tech start to feel hollow for some owners.
2025 Toyota Crown Signia
Toyota Crown Signia Owners Share Their Gas Mileage And The Results Are Surprisingly Variying
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota's venerable workhorse of a hybrid powertrain may be more efficient than anticipated, according to some Crown Signia owners, who are quickly racking up miles.
2025 Toyota Land Cruiser J250
My Toyota Land Cruiser Makes A Ton Of Noise From The Windshield, But I Found Sollution That Won't Break The Bank
By Dimitar Angelov on
One owner may have found a cheap solution to the road noise issue that plagues some new Toyota trucks and SUVs, but not everyone is onboard with this easy "fix”.
2020 Subaru Legacy driver instrument cluster
My Subaru Legacy Acts Erratic And The Dealership Wants To Charge Me $12,000 For A New Transmission, And I May Have To Resort To A Lawyer
By Dimitar Angelov on
Can a jerky CVT be a cause for a $12,000 repair when the dealership doesn't mention trnasmission replacement? This Subaru owner has a peculiar situation.
Solid proof that the original Honda Insight is built to last
One Owner's Honda Insight Has Driven Nearly A Million Miles, Proving The Compact Model Is Not Just Revolutionary For Its Time, But Also Built To Last
By Dimitar Angelov on
This humble and underpowered Honda Insight is still chugging along with almost a million miles on the odometer, and it's not slowing down.
I Run Into A Problem as My Toyota Camry Misfired At Under 100K Miles, And I'm Reluctant To Pay $200 For a Dealership Inspection, But There Is An Easier Solution That May Fix The Issue
I Run Into A Problem as My Toyota Camry Misfired At Under 100K Miles, And I'm Reluctant To Pay $200 For a Dealership Inspection, But There Is An Easier Solution That May Fix The Issue
By Dimitar Angelov on
All signs hint at a well-known problem of the 10th-generation Toyota Camry, but there might be a bit more to this owner's issue.
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