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By Dimitar Angelov on
Nissan Z owner is worried that his car's coolant temperature went up slightly during slow driving. Apparently, Nissan has done something very few carmakers do.
By Narek Hareyan on
A mysterious popcorn-popping sound from the front of a Chevy Bolt left one owner and his mechanic completely stumped, and what he discovered has every EV driver wondering if their car might be next.
By Dimitar Angelov on
While Lexus models are champions in retaining value, here's why this owner decided to trade-in his GX550 Luxury+ for an older, German premium SUV.
By Narek Hareyan on
What started as a simple fix for a suspension noise turned my lifted Ram 2500 into a white-knuckle steering nightmare, and what I uncovered next might save your truck from the same fate.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Ghosts in the car? No, but one owner got a slight fright after her RAV4's fuel level gauge suddenly changed its readout.
By Dimitar Angelov on
If you want to get your hands on a driver-focused Nissan Z, one dealership has what you need, for under MSRP.
By Dimitar Angelov on
One owner showcases how you can get the most out of your Toyota RAV4 ownership. 
By Armen Hareyan on
A brand-new Cybertruck, a son’s heartfelt decision, and a father who spent his life giving to others. This is the kind of story that restores your faith in love, gratitude, and the joy of giving.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Some Nissan Z owners wonder if their sports cars don't have a transmission issue, as many report notchiness, and some even claim their manual transmission grinds on third gear.
By Narek Hareyan on
I'm seriously tempted to buy a Chevy Silverado with nearly 200,000 miles, but there's one crucial thing holding me back, and I need your advice.
By Dimitar Angelov on
A Toyota dealership tried to charge a 2025 Toyota Tundra owner for a minor issue that should fall under warranty.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Fellow Aston Martin owners and enthusiasts chime in with sollutions as this 2015 V-8 Vantage experiences a long-standind issue.
By Narek Hareyan on
A casual Facebook scroll turned my Chevy Bolt's navigation routine upside down, now my EV road trips feel easier, smarter, and far less stressful.
By Dimitar Angelov on
A Toyota dealer tastefully modifies the J250 Land Cruiser with features it should have come from the factory.
By Narek Hareyan on
This Amazon Studios-branded Rivian R1S towing a mobile electric powerplant could revolutionize film production, silent, clean energy on the move! But does towing the power source defeat its purpose? Let’s dive in
By Dimitar Angelov on
A Honda CR-V owner that has always stuck to the factory maintenance intervals may have dodged a bullet, as a repair shop may have attempted an unethical practice under pretext of supposed “gunk” in the engine.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The 10R80 automatic has a quirk, known by some. Owners coming from older Mustang generations are puzzled, but actually, there is a good reason for this feature.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota Probox is the epitome of simplicity and dependability in personal transportation, and here's why this should be the next model the Japanese brand reimagines.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Nobody buys the Subaru BRZ looking for comfort, but there have been some complaints about this for some time, and some owners may have found a solution.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Old Toyotas, while famed for their reliability, are not exempt from small, irritating issues. Here are some good pointers if your 2014 RAV4 has this issue.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Owners knock on Toyota's reliability as Tacomas, less than two years old, are experiencing unusual problems. But are owners right to be upset, or can some of it be negligence?
By Dimitar Angelov on
A few owners are starting to experience a minor but frustrating issue with their Hyundai Palisade SUV. So far, there is no proven, universal solution.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Cross-shopping the Toyota 4Runner and Honda Passport? Here's why this “apples to oranges” comparison, could be swaying in favor of Honda's midsize SUV.
By Timothy Boyer on
Do you love your Tesla but hate Elon? "Don't get mad, get Elon" is the message behind the recent advice of one Tesla owner who found a way to reconcile his strong mixed feelings about Tesla and Musk politics.
By Dimitar Angelov on
This is not an isolated issue as other 2024 Toyota Tacoma owners are experiencing it too. In some cases, even the dealerships don't know what the problem is.
By Dimitar Angelov on
People are willing to trade in their Land Cruiser hybrid for different SUVs from the same company, and according to some owners, there is a good reason for it.
By Denis Flierl on
Is the expected wait time at a Tesla collision center six months? A Tesla Cybertruck owner says his truck was in an accident in December, and he's still waiting to get it fixed. He's frustrated and asks what other Tesla owner experiences are like.
By Dimitar Angelov on
If you are considering a used sports car, there are a few important things you need to be aware of. I am sharing my experience with a 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
By Dimitar Angelov on
RPM play can be a sign that your engine periphery may be going bad, but this Toyota Tacoma owner may be in luck.
By Dimitar Angelov on
With the GS discontinued and the IS being too small, the ES300h might be the best Lexus sedan you can buy, if you are looking for a reliable, luxury commuter car, and are willing to sacrifice some performance for fuel economy.