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A 2025 Honda CR-V owner found out the hard way how fragile cars can be, but also how far safety has come when a rear-end crash resulted in everyone walking away.

Some say EV trucks can’t handle real work, but one Chevy Silverado EV driver’s story shows there’s more to these pickups than what meets the eye.

The 2025 Honda Civic Type R's sticker shows a jaw-dropping $15,000 "dealer profit." I'll expose the truth behind market adjustments and provide you with the real-world tools you need to fight back and avoid being taken for a ride.

Luc's new 2025 Toyota Tundra Hybrid died with a "hybrid system malfunction," 3k miles in. The dealer found the transmission completely out with metal in the oil. Can a full replacement save his $75K truck? Is this a sign of future trouble in the Tundra? 

BYD's launch of its high-quality, sub-$20,000 Seagull EV in Latin America is a strategic masterstroke that massively undercuts the competition, establishing a powerful beachhead in the Americas and exposing the critical failure of Western automakers.

A Cybertruck owner claims he purchased four winter tires, which cost $1,940; however, Tesla gave him a full winter package set, including wheels, TPMS sensors & nuts. The complete package costs $3,250.

The EU's landmark mandate requiring all new EVs to be V2G-capable by 2027 is a revolutionary policy that transforms every vehicle into a mobile battery, creating a continent-sized virtual power plant to stabilize the grid.

CATL's mass production of cheaper, lithium-free sodium-ion batteries for budget city cars represents a strategic masterstroke that tackles EV affordability head-on, securing China's dominance in the mass-market segment.

A Cybertruck owner lists all the issues he's faced with his truck. He mentions that, because of the truck’s misaligned window rails, his windows shattered spontaneously twice. Additionally, both his motors failed, and his brake calipers malfunctioned.

The Hyundai Sonata has long carried a reputation for practicality, but one sudden engine seizure shows how fast confidence in a car can unravel.

A simple scrape in a parking lot turned into a hefty bill for one Cybertruck owner. What happened next shows how Tesla’s Sentry Mode can shift the story from frustration to accountability.

A 2010 Toyota Tacoma with 200K miles and peeling paint was traded in for over $13K. I'll check out why the Tacoma is the mid-size truck champion of resale value and give 7 tips on maximizing your trade-in. Don't sell your Taco without reading this. 

When a new Honda Prologue spends more time in the shop than on the road, it's a painful reality check on cross-brand EV platforms. I'll share one owner's story of a "lemon" and offer critical advice on documentation, rights, and next steps.

Multiple Cybertruck owners have shared why they find it difficult to park their vehicles. The explanations include crooked parking visualizations, 4-wheel steering, and, for one owner, a Cybertruck that differs in length between the right and left sides.

A Tesla Cybertruck owner has a problem: tires wearing out in record time, and he's not alone. I'll address the primary reasons for the truck's rapid tire wear and provide solutions to help all Cybertruck owners save money. Here is Leon's surprising story.

A loyal Tundra owner saw a 2024 model with a blown engine at the dealer. Is Toyota's legendary reliability a thing of the past? I'll dive into the future of their turbocharged powertrains, offer proactive ownership tips, and give you the real verdict.

A warranty is supposed to be peace of mind, but for one Hyundai Santa Cruz owner, it turned into proof that protection can vanish the moment you need it most.

Joe's new 2025 Chevy Silverado 3.0L Duramax isn't getting the MPG he expected. I break down the real-world factors—from speed and tires to DPF cycles—and offer advice for all truck owners to help you get the fuel economy you are looking for.

A 2024 Toyota RAV4 owner checked his oil after just 5,000 miles and found it "filthy." This raises a critical question for all owners: Can you really trust Toyota's recommended 10,000-mile oil change interval, or is it a risk you can't afford to take?

Trucks have always been the backbone of small businesses, but one contractor’s switch to Ford F-150 Lightnings shows how electric could also be a part of that picture.

The great debate: Honda vs. Toyota. A lifelong Honda Civic owner makes the switch to a Toyota RAV4. Is it a betrayal of loyalty or a practical decision for a new chapter? It's a real-world dilemma that many Toyota and Honda owners have questions about. 

A powerful Facebook post shows a Tesla on fire after a minor fender bender, calling EVs "ticking time bombs." But is one viral image the full story on EV battery safety? I'll dive into the facts and reveal why gas cars are more likely to catch fire.

A Cybertruck owner says she left her husband resting in the truck, and when she returned two hours later, she found him frantically pounding on the glass trying to get out. She adds that he tried every door, but the manual release mechanism didn’t work.

A 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner's seat lever is a real pain. If you're dealing with this frustrating design flaw, don't worry—you're not alone. I'll offer some simple DIY fixes, and practical habit changes to help solve the problem. Check out Scott's dilemma. 

A Tesla Cybertruck owner is wondering whether the latest software update is what caused his truck to break down. After installing the update, the truck stopped charging and soon after became completely undrivable.

If you just bought a new Chevy truck and noticed no undercoating, you're not alone. I'll break down the surprising reason why, the risks of premature rust on modern GM trucks, and provide advice on how to protect your vehicle for the long haul.

Are the new 2025 Toyota Tundra's V6 engine problems fixed? One owner trades his GMC Sierra for a 2025 Tundra and asks for answers. Here are the facts on Tundra reliability and aftermarket fixes for the Tundra grille that many owners dislike.

A Tesla Cybertruck owner is demanding a new truck from Tesla after a homeless man slept and urinated inside his vehicle. The owner claims his truck was parked at Tesla service, unlocked, when the homeless man entered and caused the damage.

You're "upside down" on your car loan and can't get out of a high car payment? Learn from Hannah's TikTok dilemma. I'll show you how to tackle negative equity with a smart plan, not a simple one. Check out her story before you try to bury the debt.

A Cybertruck owner says she was threatened with a firearm on the highway for no reason other than that she drives a Cybertruck. She adds that the cops want the truck's sentry camera footage as evidence, but even Tesla couldn’t recover it.