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What happens when a Mustang Mach-E or F-150 Lightning battery has to be replaced? A Ford dealer gives insight into the EV repairs. First, it's costly, and second, they are not easy for the Ford dealers to work on. Check out the learning curve.

A Tesla Model Y owner shares a week and a half of frustrating failures that turned him from a big Tesla fan into someone who has decided to sell his Model Y and buy another vehicle from a trusted, reliable automaker.

A guy says he accidentally walked into a Tesla showroom and told the Tesla rep he was on his way to buy another vehicle. To his surprise, the Tesla rep gave him a Cybertruck test drive and let him take a Tesla Model X on his way to other dealerships.

In the 1980s, Mazda developed a groundbreaking model, and much of its tech spilled onto future performance models.

Trading a BMW X5 M for a Mach-E isn’t something you hear about every day. But when this new owner called the rear design “ugly,” it sparked a conversation that went deeper than just looks.

Tesla has issued a warning to Cybertruck owners seeking a full windshield replacement due to a small cosmetic flaw. Tesla notes that replacing a Cybertruck windshield is especially challenging, stating that the old glass must essentially be sawn out.

Every engine has its limits when chasing big power, and here's what to look for when modifying the GR Corolla's small three-cylinder engine.

A Tesla Cybertruck owner has had his CT at the Tesla Service Center for over 50 days, and they still can't fix the problem. It's a persistent squeaking noise coming from inside the cabin. If Tesla can't fix it, does it qualify for the Lemon Law?

It’s not every day you see a 540-horsepower truck pulling off this kind of efficiency, which is exactly why the 2025 Ram 1500 offers a compelling glimpse into where Ram’s future might be headed next.

Multiple Tesla Cybertruck owners have reported receiving notices that their Cybertruck insurance policies are being canceled due to low production volumes. Insurance companies say the low production numbers make it difficult to assess liability.

Imagine being the owner of two Chevrolet vehicles, a 2023 Chevy Tahoe SUV and a 2024 Chevy Silverado RST pickup. Now both will be at the dealer getting two major problems fixed: a transmission and engine failure. It's not a good time to be a GM owner. 

In a world of tech-packed compact models and obscene price bumps, the 2025 Kia K4 proves that less might be more.

When a top-trim GMC Sierra 1500 can’t deliver on something as basic as night vision, even the boldest V8 and flashiest tech start to feel hollow for some owners.

Cybertruck owners have reported multiple injuries from the truck’s sharp edges, including cut fingertips, peeled nails, gouged wrists, and cut nipples. Some recommend cleaning the blood right away to prevent the iron in the blood from causing rust.

A Toyota dealer told a 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owner that they won't change her new SUV's oil until 10,000 miles. It seems like too many miles to her, and she's wondering if she should change it sooner. Here's what RAV4 owners need to know. 

Toyota's venerable workhorse of a hybrid powertrain may be more efficient than anticipated, according to some Crown Signia owners, who are quickly racking up miles.

A Cybertruck owner reports that he left his truck outside during intense heat, and the Cybertruck’s glass roof suddenly began cracking due to thermal stress. He adds that the cracks formed a spiral similar to that of a tornado or a spider's web.

A Tesla Cybertruck owner is not your typical truck buyer; he doesn't just drive a truck, he deploys it. He's on a mission, and it's a battleground every time he drives it. It happens at a stoplight, a parking lot, everywhere he goes; it tests his resolve.

This Tesla Cybertruck owner just knocked out 1,100 miles in two days. And at just 10.8¢ per mile, we're seeing the future of a standard being set for EV truck efficiency.

A 2025 Toyota Tacoma owner has 30 miles on his pickup, and it's being torn down. Not with engine or transmission problems, he's already making significant upgrades to the truck. What's he doing to change it, and how many owners add mods to their trucks? 

It takes a lot to make 60 MPG sound disappointing, but when other Toyota Camry owners are showing higher numbers, it creates an expectation for some that feels impossible to ignore.

A 2024 Chevy Silverado owner is done with his truck due to three engine failures in under 15k miles. He purchased a 2024 GMC Denali 3500 and loves it, so far. Will he have fewer problems with the GMC Sierra than the Chevy Silverado? Let's check it out. 

Citing insurmountable infrastructure challenges and high costs, Stellantis's retreat from hydrogen fuel-cell development signals a decisive shift in favor of battery-electric vehicles in the passenger car market, dramatically altering its future.

Tesla's Q2 earnings shortfall reveals a company in a precarious position, grappling with the costly and delayed Cybertruck, a cooling EV market, the looming expiration of federal tax credits, and significant brand damage that threatens its future.

Uber's strategic partnership with Lucid and Nuro to deploy a massive robotaxi fleet positions it as a powerful platform aggregator, challenging the integrated models of rivals like Tesla and Waymo by leveraging specialized expertise to win the race.

A Cybertruck owner shares he was stalked and robbed by organized criminals who are very knowledgeable about the all-electric truck. The car burglars tracked the owner to a parking lot and exploited the truck’s auto lock feature to carry out their theft.

A Tesla Cybertruck owner just picked up his new truck, took a short trip to Mt. Baldy, and then, as he was coming down, he received a "Brakes Too Hot" warning. He relied on his regenerative braking, but now there's an issue. Is it an isolated problem?

A GMC Sierra owner took his truck in for an oil change and asked the dealer to switch the oil viscosity from 0W-20 to 5W-30 oil. They wouldn't do it unless he signed a waiver confirming his request. Is this what Sierra owners are now required to do? 

A small part most drivers forget about just reminded one Tesla Model Y owner how quickly everything can shut down, even in a car that’s been flawless for years.

The Nissan Z is one of the more attainable sports cars you can buy, but this modified 350Z packs the same horsepower and costs a lot less.