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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.
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.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Infiniti Q50 owner makes a good case for what many would call a useless gimmick in the automotive world.
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?
By Dimitar Angelov on
It's amazing what $15,000 worth of accessories can do to the already formidable Japanese SUV
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.
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.
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”.
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.
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.
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.
By Dimitar Angelov on
One Hond CR-V owner speaks of a recurring issue with his SUV's odometer readouts, but can it be due to negligence?
By Dimitar Angelov on
There is an easy fix to a well-known Hyundai issue that has been plaguing owners for years.
By Narek Hareyan on
One small factory mistake turned a brand-new Rivian R1S into a flooded, undriveable mess, and what happened next shows exactly why early EV ownership isn’t always as smooth as it seems.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Sometimes, what seems like a scary issue that may cost you an arm and a leg at the dealership, turns out to be an easy fix, as this Hyundai owner found out.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Is Nissan's poor reliability exaggerated? Opinions vary, but this Rogue serves its owner faithfully and drives like new most of its original parts.
By Dimitar Angelov on
One Toyota Camry owner claims her hybrid sedan can't live up to the EPA ratings. Car trouble, driver error, or something else?
By Aram Krajekian on
This Model S owner picked up the most expensive car he’d ever owned, but instead of celebration, it kicked off a cycle of repairs, disbelief, and service center returns raising real questions about what luxury should actually feel like.
By Narek Hareyan on
A sudden gust of wind misaligned our Rivian’s door, but it was the repair quote that really blew me away and made me question what actually went wrong.
By Narek Hareyan on
He took his 2023 Bolt EV on a flawless road trip, but when the MyChevrolet app stopped working the moment he got home, it left him wondering if he could ever trust it again, and now he’s asking the community what to do next.
By Narek Hareyan on
Everyone talks about Rivian service nightmares, but this owner got his R1T back in just 3.5 days, with every issue fixed and communication that actually impressed him.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Some car flippers will try to get creative when selling you a car to maximize profit. Here's my experience from when I went to test-drive a car I was interested in.
By Dimitar Angelov on
While some people think it's normal, more and more Lexus GX550 owners complain from a jerky transmission.
By Aram Krajekian on
This 2000 Lexus LX 470 made it nearly 400,000 miles before finally breaking down. And the way it happened might just be the strongest proof that Lexus builds vehicles meant to outlast the rest.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Certain Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Models May Experience Steering Issues, But Luckily, There Is A Solution.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Corner-balancing the Supra could be squeezing the absolute most out of your platform or a pointless exercise, depending on who you ask.
By Dimitar Angelov on
If you have a Toyota SUV or pickup truck powered by the 2.4-liter i-Force engine, you will be pleasantly surprised.
By Aram Krajekian on
Jared’s Sonata has been in the family since it was brand new. But after four engine failures, here’s why his experience says a lot about Hyundai’s lingering engine issues and what owners should watch for.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The saga with Hyundai and Kia's Theta engines continues, and one 2017 Sorento owner may have to resort to alternative means to resolve a severe oil-consumption issue.
By Narek Hareyan on
I road-tripped my RT1 into the heart of the desert and found a stunning Rivian charging oasis so beautiful, and expensive, it changed how I see EV travel forever.