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Toyota is ditching the industry-standard "skateboard" EV chassis for a revolutionary modular "box" design, promising more interior space, cheaper repairs, and a strategic shield against rising Chinese EV price threats.

This Chevy Silverado’s "Snow Bug" is paralyzing his rig, killing the heat in sub-zero temps over a sensor glitch. Is GM’s tech too smart for its own good? "Last one ever," he warns. The full story: Years of loyalty down the drain?

PHEV trucks are not plentiful, nor popular in the US, but that’s okay, because Nissan can sell you something better.

Volvo’s latest OTA update brings Google’s Gemini AI to 2.5 million cars, transforming frustrating voice commands into natural dialogue and turning cryptic dashboard "idiot lights" into clear, conversational helpfulness.

Detroit is burning $53 billion as it retreats from EVs to hybrids. But with China’s tech lead growing, is this a smart pivot or a slow-motion surrender to obsolescence?

Many Mazda employees want a new rotary sports car, and this could be the “push” the company needs, but at what cost?

A Cybertruck owner shares a frustrating experience he had at a Tesla service center. The owner dropped off his brand-new Cybertruck for a routine service appointment, but while it was parked on the lot, another truck crashed into it and damaged it.

One shaky Ford F-150 trade-in and a hidden accident report later, this owner finally found his 2025 GMC Sierra "forever" rig. From towing through steep grades to parking next to the family Tesla, see why the SLT trim is Justin’s choice for reliability.

Over 30,000 units of the EV sedan are being recalled.

Sometimes, the internet exaggerates problems, and it’s one of those times where the car community clarifies things, for prospective owners.

"Is the car I just bought really mine?" That’s the $50,000 question Ford and Toyota fans are asking this year. With new monitoring tech watching your every move, some are even trading down just to stay in control.

The high-mileage SUV was acquired by the TFL YouTube channel, and proves that some risks are worth taking.

Forget the monthly nut. This 2026 Ram Rebel buyer shut down the trade-in talk, dodged the financing traps, and nuked the doc fees to zero. By hunting nationwide, he grabbed a GT for a steal. Here is the truck buyers blueprint for the win.

Imagine scoring a flagship pickup for thousands under market value, only to realize it might have a ticking time bomb under the hood. Is this the ultimate savvy buy or a high-stakes gamble on a lemon? One owner reveals the truth behind the deal.

One F-150 owner found out the hard way that maxing out suspension settings destroys ride quality. Before you touch those factory springs, learn the 2026 "Geometry Rule" to save your truck. What F-150 owners need to know.

After discovering oil leaks tied to a plastic engine component, a 2020 Kia Telluride owner says growing reliability concerns at 112,000 miles have completely eroded his trust in the brand.

Truck ownership has always come with fuel trade-offs. But after a full year of charging data, one Tesla Cybertruck owner shows how those assumptions start to break down when the costs are finally tallied.

Your Toyota key fob hides a powerful secret, but there’s a cold reality waiting for Highlander owners in 2026. This owner found the hidden remote start sequence, only to realize his SUV is holding his comfort hostage behind a digital paywall.

Toyota’s once-criticized electric SUV, now simplified to the “bZ,” has staged a massive comeback. January 2026 data shows it outpacing rivals, signaling a consumer shift toward established reliability over flashy tech.

Tired of the service lounge "time tax"? One F-150 owner just exposed an industry secret: getting your 40k-mile maintenance done at home costs the exact same as the shop. Skip the 2-hour wait and let the experts come to you. Is dealership service dead?

“I’m sitting in the shop again.” This Toyota Prius owner isn’t just mad, he’s building a case. Discover why the sleekest new hybrid on the road has a hidden defect that’s costing owners thousands in premature rubber swaps before their first oil change.

Cold weather quickly changed everything for one Honda Prologue owner. After a single winter of daily charging, excitement turned into regret, sparking a larger conversation about first time ownership and whether buyers are prepared for winter reality.

A major ice storm cut power for days, but one Ford F-150 owner never left home. By relying on his truck, he kept essentials running and discovered a kind of capability most people never plan for.

The 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ-V marries V-Series heritage with a 615-hp electric powertrain, delivering a 3.3-second 0-60 sprint that redefines American luxury while bracing for an incoming wave of Chinese competition.

Is the grass really greener, or just more expensive? One lifelong Chevy loyalist ditched his Silverado for a 2026 Toyota Tundra Platinum, but buyers' remorse is hitting hard. With $70K on the line, is the engine reliability hype a total nightmare?

A 2024 Tundra owner recently caught his dealer quietly reducing oil change intervals to 5K miles, contradicting Toyota’s 10K-mile manual. Is the 10K "marketing myth" finally dead? Master Techs say YES. Here’s why your V6 is at risk.

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.

Porsche’s Bratislava plant has officially launched production of the all-electric Cayenne, a high-stakes pivot combining massive 1,156 hp performance with a "resident model" manufacturing strategy to reclaim its dominant luxury-SUV status.

Waymo’s massive $16 billion funding round signals a definitive shift toward a "Transportation-as-a-Service" future. By eliminating the costs of human drivers and individual car ownership, autonomous EV fleets will revolutionize urban mobility.

China will ban hidden door handles in 2027 following fatal accidents where electronic locks failed. This shift prioritizes mechanical safety over aesthetics and aerodynamics, potentially forcing a global redesign of EVs.