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By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says that after driving a Cybertruck for a few months, getting back into his Ford F-250 initially made him think the F-250 was genuinely broken. However, after a few minutes, he realized this is how the Ford F-250 always drives.
By Narek Hareyan on
When Ashish tried to wake his Rivian through the app and was met with 15 minutes of silence, he discovered a hidden quirk that many EV owners might face, but few know how to handle when it happens.
By Aram Krajekian on
After months of carefully choosing where to park, a Tesla Cybertruck owner’s worst fear became reality. Now, with security footage in hand, they’re speaking out in hopes of finding answers and shedding light on a disturbing trend.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck buyer says this is the second time Tesla has tried to sell him a defective truck. He rejected the delivery, but adds it’s frustrating because there is no other vehicle on the market that meets all his criteria other than a Cybertruck.
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine buying a Tesla Model 3, and when you get home, your wife changes her mind about the car. She doesn't want to keep it. Amazingly, the car dealer will take the Tesla back. However, it's not cheap to do it. Here is what all car buyers need to know. 
By Dimitar Angelov on
Some car flippers will try to get creative when selling you a car to maximize profit. Here's my experience from when I went to test-drive a car I was interested in.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk personally steps in after a Tesla owner shares his frustrating service experience. Following Musk's involvement, the Tesla owner states, “The Service Manager reached out to me in the middle of the night and made it right."
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Honda Pilot have engine reliability issues? The Pilot is generally a reliable model, but one owner is replacing his engine with only 87,000 miles on the SUV. There are a few possible reasons why. Here's what Honda Pilot owners need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
Is your newer Toyota RAV4 spying on you and invading your privacy? There's eye-opening information about what Toyota and Progressive Insurance are doing to monitor RAV4 and other model car owners. Here is what all car owners should be aware of.
By Denis Flierl on
Have you purchased a new vehicle and then immediately had buyer's remorse? Rich bought a 2025 Honda Civic, spent $50,000, and discovered it didn't have key features his 2005 Honda CR-V had. Here is his story and what all Honda buyers need to know.
By Aram Krajekian on
After a transmission service left Greg’s 2024 Silverado downshifting violently and locking up its rear tires, he began to suspect dealer error. Now he’s questioning his loyalty to GM and wondering if a Ford F-250 would’ve been the better choice.
By Aram Krajekian on
After just one month with a Tesla Model 3, this owner realized what they were missing. Here’s why their story captures a growing feeling shared by many new EV drivers.
By Aram Krajekian on
A Tesla buyer placed an order for a 2025 Model Y with a clear delivery window, but when the date vanished and support had no answers. Here’s why this story reveals a deeper issue that new buyers could face.
By Narek Hareyan on
A new battery should mean a fresh start, but when this 2020 Chevy Bolt wouldn’t charge past 80%, one owner uncovered a hidden system that left him, and others, wondering what’s really going on behind the scenes.
By Rob Enderle on
Chery's use of blond humanoid robot salespeople, while attracting attention, likely faces challenges due to the uncanny valley effect, but serves as a valuable step in developing future human-robot interactions for customer service.
By Rob Enderle on
BYD's exclusive focus on electric vehicles has resulted in significant financial gains, surpassing even Tesla in global EV sales. This strategic emphasis on EVs has facilitated efficient manufacturing, clearer branding, and faster innovation.
By Narek Hareyan on
A small rubbing noise in one Rivian R1S’s steering wheel turned into a stuttering mystery that service brushed off as “normal”, but what if it’s not, and you’ve heard it too without realizing something’s wrong?
By Rob Enderle on
Countries that have welcomed Chinese electric vehicles are achieving faster progress on their green initiatives due to the affordability, performance, and range advantages Chinese EVs offer.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner claims he was targeted for armed robbery because of his expensive vehicle. However, he adds that the assailant wasn’t able to figure out how to open the Cybertruck’s unconventional door handles, which he credits with saving his life.
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Hyundai Elantra have a problem with its Lane Assist feature? Kristyn says her 2024 Hyundai Elantra jerked her to the left and drove her into a concrete wall on the highway. Here is what all Hyundai owners need to know about the safety tech. 
By Aram Krajekian on
When a Rivian R1T owner heard a strange croaking sound every time his truck woke up, he turned to the community. What he found was both oddly common and surprisingly helpful.
By Narek Hareyan on
A simple charger glitch that vanished with a quick unplug turned into a deeper mystery, and now one Rivian owner’s experience has EV drivers everywhere rethinking what’s really hiding behind those charging errors.
By Narek Hareyan on
Towing a 5,000 lb trailer with a Rivian might sound like a nightmare for range and charging, but one owner’s real-world trip proves it can be smooth, easy, and even more convenient than you'd expect.
By Narek Hareyan on
After two years with his Rivian R1S, Sanjiv got more than he paid when he traded it in, and his story might change how you think about EV ownership and resale value forever.
By Denis Flierl on
How often should you change the oil in your Nissan or any car brand's vehicle? Gaby says it's been 23,000 miles since her last oil change in her 2019 Nissan Altima. Check out her incredible story and what all car owners need to know.
By Dimitar Angelov on
While some people think it's normal, more and more Lexus GX550 owners complain from a jerky transmission.
By Narek Hareyan on
This Rivian owner gets just 2.4 mi/kWh, but his cost-per-mile is so low it puts gas SUVs to shame, and his simple math might finally end the EV efficiency debate.
By Dimitar Angelov on
At the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, Honda unveiled two fastback models, co-developed with leading Chinese automakers, and it paints a picture of the brand's future.
By Denis Flierl on
Lanna purchased a Chevrolet Silverado pickup for cash, and the dealer failed to give her a title to the truck. It's been nearly five months, and she's still waiting. Check out Lanna's unbelievable story and what all car and truck buyers need to know. 
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he was surprised when Tesla informed him that he needed a high-voltage battery pack replacement after bringing his truck in for a minor issue. However, he is pleased with the newer Cybertruck loaner Tesla provided him.