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A 2011 Toyota Tacoma owner slams his local dealer after being quoted over $400 for a single replacement key, calling it "highway robbery." Is this standard dealer pricing, or are there hidden, cheaper ways to get on the road without breaking the bank?

The CR-V rides smoother, but can it beat the RAV4 to 300,000 miles? I'll pit Toyota's planetary gears against Honda's electric drive. Does the "Cablegate" scandal crown a new reliability king? I strip down the tech to find the true 15-year survivor.

Some owners are surprised by how thirsty the fourth-generation Toyota Tacoma is, claiming "V-8-like" MPGs, but what truth hides behind these numbers?

He waited months for the redesigned 2026 Toyota RAV4, but after one test drive, he bought a Honda CR-V instead. Citing a "cramped" cabin and "busy" ride, he says the Toyota didn't live up to the hype. Here is why he says the CR-V is the superior SUV.

Ford claimed the "CDF Drum" update fixed the F-150's 10-speed transmission issues. However, owners in 2024 and 2025 report that the clunk and PowerBoost failures are back. What Ford F-150 buyers need to know. 

A Toyota Highlander owner wants to sell his SUV after getting stuck in 5" of snow. Is the FWD Hybrid at fault, or the 42k miles on the tires? See why this Florida transplant's winter struggle proves tires matter more than drivetrain.

Lucid dethrones Tesla as U.S. News’ 2025 Best Luxury EV Brand. The new Gravity Touring SUV challenges Tesla with superior luxury and engineering, signaling a major market shift as competitors finally out-execute the industry giant.

Jeep’s first electric SUV, the Recon, arrives with massive expectations. To secure Stellantis’ financial future, it must outperform the Wrangler on-road while matching its grit off-road, avoiding the pitfalls of the polarizing Dodge Charger Daytona EV.

Jaguar is in crisis. Following the disastrous "Copy Nothing" rebrand, design chief Gerry McGovern has been fired. With sales plummeting and customers alienated, the brand's risky pivot to ultra-luxury EVs now hangs by a thread in Miami.

The 2026 Rogue PHEV is essentially a rebadged Mitsubishi Outlander designed to stanch Nissan’s market bleeding. While competent, it arrives as the hybrid "bridge" era collapses, facing stiff competition from superior pure EVs and dominant Toyota rivals.

Despite aging tech, Tesla’s Model Y dominates China’s 2025 premium EV market. Yet, surging rivals like Xiaomi and Zeekr are eroding this lead, with a permanent dethroning predicted for 2026 absent a Full Self-Driving breakthrough.

The Corvette ZR1X delivers 1,250 horsepower and hypercar performance for under $210,000, shaming multi-million dollar rivals like Ferrari. This ultimate halo car reignites brand excitement as standard C8 values normalize, proving American dominance.

Is the Regular Cab Short Bed the ultimate truck? Todd just scored a "super rare" 2026 GMC Sierra Pro in Sand Dune. See why this owner swears by the classic 2-door configuration and why he passed his '91 down to his son to keep the tradition alive.

Broken taillight at just 1,000 miles? A 2026 Toyota Tundra owner is balking at a $1,000 dealer repair bill. The catch? Aftermarket parts for the 2026 don't exist yet. Here is the DIY nightmare facing early adopters.

A 2024 Prius owner claims Toyota said the 12V battery lasts just 30,000 miles. After blowing through two batteries in a year, he shares a costly warning for high-mileage drivers.

Is the 2026 Toyota Tundra worth $65k? One shopper says no. Citing a "clunky" console, poor camera quality, and lack of "truck feel," he walked away. He's keeping his 210k-mile Ram 2500 instead. Here are the specific deal-breakers that killed the sale.

Toyota is still showing promising results, but a few models surprised me in terms of sales.

A Tesla Cybertruck owner says his truck is mad and acts like his "ex" is chasing him. Check out his hair-raising experience and why this report suggests its advanced software might be taking its aggressive mission too literally.

A truck buyer grew up believing that Ford stood for "Found On Road Dead," but this fleet expert just bought a 2021 F-150. Why did he rule out Ram, Chevy, and Toyota? He explains why the F-150 is the "lesser headache" and why he chose it.

An owner is torn between two seemingly very different Toyota SUVs, and owners share their insight on which one is the better buy, but the subject becomes divisive.

Ford's 10-speed transmission "sucks," says a buyer torn between the F-150 and Ram 1500. He's asking Ram owners for the truth before buying. Here is their unfiltered advice on reliability and the best model years.

A Toyota Tacoma owner slams a NJ dealer after a 4-hour oil change nightmare. The worst part? The tech lost the oil filler cap, leaving the engine exposed. Is "free" maintenance worth the risk? Here is one owner's cautionary tale.

Land Cruier who? Mitsubishi is cooking a body-on-frame PHEV SUV, and if it is priced right, Toyota could be in trouble.

The big tire debate: Will 295/65 R20s rub on a Ford F-150 with a 2.5-inch level? The tire shop says they won't fit, but owners disagree. Here is the verdict on wheel clearance and the best tire upgrades for your truck.

301,276 miles later! One owner says goodbye to her "family member," a 2008 Toyota Highlander, and hello to a brand new 2026. Can the new model match that incredible longevity? See this amazing trade-in story and what Highlander buyers need to know.

The Chevy C8 Corvette is currently the most attainable mid-engine sports car you can get, but Toyota’s upcoming GR Celica could be a game-changer.

A 2026 Chevy Silverado ZR1 owner finds defects in week one: "What else will go wrong?" Now regretting skipping the extended warranty, he asks owners for the best aftermarket protection. Here is the top advice for GM truck coverage.

One driver is baffled that Toyota hybrids still need fuel, admitting he thought owners "never had to buy gas again." Here's the massive misunderstanding he had about the RAV4 Prime's real-world electric range.

Honda made a mistake by offering the Prelude as a hybrid with no manual, but the model’s future is brighter than expected, as JDM fans will get what they originally wanted.

One new owner calls his 2024 Ram 1500 a "HOG" that "drinks fuel like there is no tomorrow." Even with gentle driving, he says this 5.7L Hemi is draining the tank at record speed. See the shocking numbers inside. How about your Ram's fuel mileage?