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Think your Toyota Tundra engine recall fix is the end of the road? Think again. One owner’s replacement engine just blew up after only a few thousand miles. Is Toyota’s massive V6 remedy actually working, or are we looking at a much deeper problem?

A Cybertruck owner shares that his truck kept accelerating even though he was pressing the brake pedal. As he was driving downhill in a mountainous area, he had to crash the Cybertruck before it drove off the hill.

Buying a 2025 Chevy Silverado 3.0L Duramax should be a dream, but for one owner, it’s a $70,000 nightmare of back-ordered parts and engine failure. Is the "Baby Max" a lemon in disguise? Find out why this lifelong Chevy fan is walking away.

A first time Subaru buyer gets a 2025 Subaru Forester base trim because he’s new to the brand. Did he make a big mistake not getting more bells and whistles? Here is what Forester buyers need to know about the Subaru base trims.

A frustrated Ford F-150 owner is ditching the Blue Oval at 83k miles. After relentless electrical gremlins, Shelby Naquin is jumping to a 2026 Ram Hemi with a 10-year warranty. Is Ford’s reliability crisis fueling a massive defection to Stellantis?

A Kia EV6 owner thought the worst was over after a battery replacement, but when the car died just two weeks later, it turned a routine repair into a serious reliability concern.

After a GMC Sierra EV failed on day one and was eventually scrapped, one owner is still making monthly payments and questioning how GM handles buybacks and customer support.

Doug DeMuro says the Cybertruck will depreciate significantly over the next year and a half. Doug’s price prediction is $35,000. He adds that he feels sad for people he sees driving the all-electric truck.

A Cybertruck owner says buying the electric truck has transformed how he sees his Ford F-250 Super Duty. He adds that the Ford F-250 feels like a dinosaur, whereas the Cybertruck feels like a spaceship.

Is your dealer pushing a $400 fuel service on a truck that’s barely broken in? At 33k miles, is it preventative care or a "stealership" scam? We dive into why your 2022 Ram 1500 might not need the "extra" maintenance the service advisor is selling.

A 2025 Toyota Tundra owner has a high truck payment that is becoming the norm and not the exception. How high can payments go before truck buyers can’t afford a new pickup anymore? Here is what truck buyers need to know.

This 2019 Chevy Silverado owner would rather put $13K into his seven-year-old truck for a new engine than take the bait on a new 2026 Silverado that the dealer tried to sell him. What would you do?

Ever wondered why so many owners are ditching their reliable gas-powered SUVs for a hybrid? Danielle Cena’s journey from a 2021 Toyota RAV4 to the 2025 Hybrid XSE reveals the regret of missing out on AWD, and here’s why it’s the perfect time to upgrade.

On paper, the Kia Carnival looks like the smarter buy, but real-world ownership priorities explain why many families still choose the Toyota Sienna.

A Tesla Supercharger session with a Chevy Blazer EV showed this owner how real-world charging does not always match expectations.

A Tesla Model Y buyer shares her disappointment with the lack of personal care when picking up her new vehicle. She adds that the employees wanted to rush her out of the delivery center and that the whole process felt cold and inefficient.

One Cybertruck owner braced for hate but got pizza in the frunk and thumbs-up instead. Discover why this Tennessee town loves the stainless steel beast and why the internet might be wrong about owner reality.

The 2025 Ram 1500 has a battery drain problem. Here is what one Ram 1500 owner found out that the dealer didn’t even know. Here is the fix for the parasitic draw, and what Ram owners need to know.

The interior gives away a few important details about the LFA successor.

A Tesla dealer paid $151K for a Model S Plaid, and now it’s worth just $50K. “That’s $2,000 a month loss,” he warns. Is buying a new EV a financial trap? See why experts say buying used is the only way to win in 2026.

A Cybertruck owner says he was confused when a state trooper turned on his siren and began following him for no reason. However, it turns out the police officer was just curious about the Cybertruck and ended up giving him a police escort.

What started as a simple Rivian update turned into a frustrating Android wallet mess, and judging by owner reactions, this is far from an isolated issue.

Imagine paying $40,000 for a new 2026 Toyota Prius Nightshade and finding out it has no spare tire. One owner was shocked to find the dealer wants $900 just for the parts to add one! Is Toyota nickel-and-diming owners on basic safety?

Think your Toyota Highlander is invincible? Think again. Some owners are facing a $10,000 transmission nightmare, but a hidden warranty might save your wallet. Learn how to navigate the "free" replacement trap and keep your SUV on the road!

Honda is working on a new hybrid platform for its larger models, revolving around a new V-6, and it features some very unusual engineering decisions.

the VW ID Buzz problem isn’t about lack of nostalgia, it’s the stuff buyers won’t ignore and what VW needs to fix to be successful in 2027.

A 2017 Ford F-150 owner with 140,000 miles is ditching his usual Pennzoil for the latest viral oil trend. He claims to “fix things before they break,” but is switching brands on a high-mileage 5.0L engine a recipe for disaster?

Losing your speedometer and fuel gauge mid-drive isn't a glitch, it’s a nightmare. 2023 RAV4 Prime owners are facing a "Black Screen of Death" that Toyota can't fix yet. Here is Janelle’s story and the critical safety info every owner needs to know.

A 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid owner reports a blown head gasket at just 65,000 miles, shattering expectations of "ultra reliability." Is this an isolated incident or a new defect joining the 1.5L engine woes? Here is what you need to know before you buy.

A Cybertruck owner shares how the truck she bought, thinking it would be the safest vehicle for her 8-month-old, is putting her in danger. She says she has been a victim of coal rolling and road rage incidents.