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A routine pre‑warm tap left my brand‑new Rivian R1S dead and on a flatbed, discover how one small battery toppled a six‑figure SUV and share your story.

See how one Rivian R1S’s daring matte burnished bronze makeover, with gloss‑black accents, smoked lights, and a still‑undecided copper‑caliper finale, redefines EV style and sparks a debate you’ll want to join.

The Mazda Miata NE will not be electrified after all, but other improvements are in store for the iconic model.

Is the Tesla Cybertruck's build quality a problem? Carlos, a Cybertruck owner, says his truck, which is less than 2K miles old, has multiple squeaking and rattling issues. What are other CT owners saying? He's not the only one, according to many owners.

Does the Hyundai Tucson have engine failure issues? Erin purchased a 2019 Hyundai Tucson and has to buy a new engine. She says it was the biggest financial mistake of her life and gives a warning to car shoppers. Here is what all car buyers need to know.

Fifth-generation Toyota 4Runner prices hold exceptionally well, with 2024 models, in many cases, being more expensive than the new model.

When one Camry owner shared a mysterious squeak, it opened the door to dozens of eerily similar reports, mounting dealership frustration and a potential transmission issue Toyota may not be ready to face.

An $8,000 repair this early into ownership has one BMW X5 owner facing a tough decision, and her story might change the way you look at luxury car ownership.

Should you buy a used vehicle from CarMax? Is the 2014 Subaru Outback a reliable vehicle? Twig purchased a used Subaru Outback from CarMax, and nine months later, it needed a new engine and transmission. Here is what all car shoppers need to know. 

I road-tripped my RT1 into the heart of the desert and found a stunning Rivian charging oasis so beautiful, and expensive, it changed how I see EV travel forever.

A low-mileage BMW X5 engine failure was only the beginning. What followed was a behind-the-scenes battle with the warranty company that every luxury car owner should read before it’s too late.

What was supposed to be a luxury upgrade turned into a mechanical mystery when this 1794 Edition Tundra started blowing black smoke. Now owners are weighing in on what it really could mean.

Is the Toyota Highlander a model you should avoid? Luis has 60,000 miles on his 2021 Highlander and already needs a new transmission. Now, a new problem has surfaced. He's not the only Highlander owner with problems. Here is what owners need to know. 

Tesla is poking fun at how stripped-down the newly released rear-wheel-drive Cybertruck is. In response to an even more minimalistic “no-wheel-drive” Cybertruck variant, the Chief Engineer suggests it would require a hole in the floor for leg propulsion.

Some of these sports cars have already appreciated in value, while others can still be found for dirt cheap.

A Cybertruck owner shares that Tesla’s FSD software failed to recognize the speed limit and continued to drive 90 mph into a construction zone. Other Cybertruck owners also reported similar incidents where the vehicle did not detect a construction zone.

Should you buy a 2025 Honda Civic, or is a used car a better value for shoppers? Here is a story from Melissa, who chose a used Mercedes over buying a new Honda Civic. Here are her reasons and what all Honda Civic and new car buyers need to know. 

One Tesla owner learned the hard way what happens when you forget to turn on Sentry Mode. And the aftermath was frustrating, potentially even preventable, but definitely all too familiar in the Tesla world today.

Why would a 2025 Chevy Tahoe owner trade in her new SUV with only 98 miles? The big Radiant Red SUV is so new, it's not even dirty, but she says this owner already hates it. Here is Jesse's story and why it's the second-worst trade-in she's ever seen.  

How much does it cost to insure a Tesla Cybertruck? The answer might shock you. Just ask John, who was stunned to find out that insuring his CT went up big after the first year. Here is John's incredible story and what all Cybertruck owners need to know. 

The Hyundai Ionic 6 N, due out in July 2025, could be a game changer in the performance EV sedan market, given the popularity of the Ionic 5 N.

Polestar, a division of Geely, has opened up a number of aggressive discounting programs that target Tesla owners, but what is surprising isn’t that this program is successful, but that other car companies haven’t broadly copied it.

BYD is beginning to execute like the Japanese car companies, picking Western brands, using Western design elements, increasing quality, and retaining massive cost and price advantages.

A mysterious camouflaged Tesla Model 3 is driving conversation across the EV world whether it's a sign of updates to come or just an elaborate illusion.

If you are considering a 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, expect to wait to get one. How long is the wait, and how will the tariffs affect prices? One buyer says the wait is about a month, but few are being built. Here is what RAV4 Hybrid buyers need to know.

Will you be buying your next Tesla Model 3 or Cybertruck using Cryptocurrency? Cameron, an expert in all things crypto, bought a Tesla Model S and used it. He says it's the future of auto purchasing. Are you ready? Here is what car buyers need to know. 

In a race against time to identify a hit-and-run driver, a Tesla owner is left with only a few seconds of blurry footage, no help from security, and a community scrambling to piece together the truth.

A routine Rivian R1T software update left one owner crawling in turtle mode with no rear drive, slammed suspension, and missing features, and now he’s stuck waiting three months for answers.

Think you need an expensive Level 2 charger to own an EV? One Chevy Bolt owner proves a plain old wall outlet might be all you ever need, and his monthly charging bill will blow your mind.

Does the 2024 Toyota RAV4 have reliability issues? Some owners report that their RAV4 engines are shutting down for no reason. An error message comes on after the engine stalls and occurs when it’s raining. Here’s what RAV4 owners need to know.