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By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota dealer refused Tracey's request for a 1,100-mile break-in oil change on her 2025 RAV4. She forced their hand, but now she's wondering if they even changed the filter. Is trust already broken with this new dealer?
By Tinsae Aregay on
An AI researcher at Elon Musk’s company describes how Tesla’s full self-driving software saved his life after he dozed off while driving his Cybertruck after a 36-hour shift. Tesla supporters praised FSD, but some viewed the action as reckless.
By Rob Enderle on
The UK automotive market has reached a tipping point where used electric vehicles are selling faster than petrol equivalents. Driven by falling prices, government mandates like the 2030 ban, and superior running costs, the transition to an EV future.
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla FSD v14.2 brings smoother, "human-like" driving, significantly improving safety on open roads while struggling in parking garages. It signals a shift toward reduced car ownership and fiercer competition from Chinese rivals like BYD.
By Rob Enderle on
EHang’s first passenger flight in Bangkok marks a pivotal expansion into Southeast Asia, targeting tourism and urban transit. While high costs and infrastructure needs mean flying cars will start as shared services, EHang’s regulatory lead positions it to
By Rob Enderle on
The 2026 Volvo XC60 Recharge offers the perfect blend of 455-hp performance and practical range, making it the ideal bridge vehicle. While the upcoming EX60 promises revolutionary 800V EV tech, the XC60 remains the superior choice for versatility today.
By Rob Enderle on
GM has lifted the resale restriction on 2025-2026 Corvette E-Ray and Z06 models, signaling improved supply and market stabilization. This move benefits buyers by restoring ownership flexibility, while the fully electric Corvette remains delayed until 2030
By Rob Enderle on
Lucid opens orders for the $79,900 Gravity Touring, a pivotal moment for the automaker in late 2025. This column analyzes the SUV’s specs, its competitive edge over Tesla’s Model X, and its critical role in Lucid’s financial survival.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Cybertruck owners are divided over whether snow blocks their headlights and if the vehicle's design negatively affects visibility. Some owners say this is a constant struggle, while others say that it’s no worse than in any other vehicle.
By Denis Flierl on
Smoke in the cabin. Intense knocking. A dead 2022 Tundra on the highway. The scary part? It was a replacement engine provided under Toyota's recall notice. After just 6,200 miles, one owner is stranded again. Is the Toyota fix actually failing?
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he can’t believe he bought a used Cybertruck for $56,000 by trading in his Toyota RAV4. He says he’s very happy with the Cybertruck and adds he’s loving every minute with the all-electric truck.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The GR Celica is shaping up to be the most affordable mid-engine sports car, but dealer markups and import tariffs could negatively affect that.
By Denis Flierl on
"It finally happened," a Chevy Silverado owner says. Meticulous maintenance couldn't save his truck from catastrophic engine failure at 140k miles. With cylinder four down and a potentially thrown rod, the owner faces a tough choice: Is it worth fixing?
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner describes his struggle with a fluttering noise coming from his drive unit while driving between 45 and 55 miles per hour. He mentions that Tesla told him the issue is widespread and there is currently no fix.
By Denis Flierl on
One Tesla owner says his Model Y now feels like a "bathtub" compared to his Cybertruck's "cloud-like" air suspension. Is the ride quality gap really that wide? See what makes the difference for this and other Tesla owners.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he’s dealing with an unexpected issue involving turkeys and his truck. He mentions that the truck’s full self-driving software cannot recognize or handle turkeys, leading to significant frustration.
By Aram Krajekian on
A year of living with the GMC Sierra EV can reveal things that spec sheets never show, and they're the quiet strengths that turn a truck from impressive on paper to unforgettable in everyday life.
By Aram Krajekian on
Tesla Model 3 owners love their car’s tech, but even the smartest systems can surprise owners. This driver's window shattered mid-close after a sensor short, revealing how Tesla’s advanced design can sometimes turn small glitches into big moments.
By Denis Flierl on
A "Reduce Acceleration" error leaves a 2024 GMC Sierra owner stranded on vacation. With no reverse and hard shifting at only 21k miles, is the 10-speed transmission toast? Here is what GMC owners need to know about this alarming failure.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Nissan Rogue is the brand's bestseller, and for 2026, a few key features continue to make it relevant in an SUV-saturated market.
By Denis Flierl on
"Buy a jump pack," the dealer told a 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner after her new truck died three times. With just 3,500 miles on it, she was stranded with "System Stopped" errors. Here is the simple fix that finally solved this frustrating mystery.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A brand-new Cybertruck owner expresses his frustration over a seemingly minor issue with the front-trunk latch. Apparently, the panels weren’t installed correctly, and now Tesla has to grind down the stainless steel to ensure the frunk latches properly.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2019 Ram 1500 owner is living a nightmare. He skipped the warranty to afford payments, but 7,000 miles later, the engine is toast with bad lifters and metal shavings. Now he's broke with a dead truck. Here is what you need to know before buying used.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner is surprised to learn that he needs to replace his tires after only 11 months due to low tread depth. He shares that in that period, he's driven 14,000 miles, has never gone off-road, and makes sure to rotate his tires regularly.
By Denis Flierl on
Critics warned him it was too long, but Mark's 2017 Ford F-150 just hit 217,000 miles using 10,000-mile oil changes. Is the 5.0L V8 really that bulletproof, or is he playing with fire? Here is why his controversial maintenance schedule is working.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck was seen hanging in the air, supported only by electrical wires. The vehicle appeared in the mountainous region of North Carolina, and despite being several feet off the ground, the Cybertruck looks completely unharmed.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota’s latest retro-inspired model might just be the most utilitarian compact SUV you have ever seen.
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota dealer quoted $174 for a fuel injection service, but can a $15 bottle of Royal Purple do the same job? Do you really need the expensive cleaning for your RAV4 at 80,000 miles, or is the DIY additive enough? What all car owners need to know.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he drove his truck in the rain for the first time and was surprised by the issues that arose. He mentions that Tesla should improve the Cybertruck’s software to better handle bad weather.
By Denis Flierl on
From "wimpy" to "muscled up." One Chevy Silverado owner trades his 2.7L 2WD for a 3.0L Duramax Trail Boss. Is 495 lb-ft of torque and 4WD the massive upgrade he's been waiting for? What Silverado buyers need to know.