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By Denis Flierl on
Do the Subaru WRX and STI have engine issues? Let's take a tour of a performance shop and see how many Subaru WRX and STI are there and why they are in the shop. Does Subaru have an engine problem, or is it a driver problem?
By Aram Krajekian on
When even the dealership can’t sell its own trucks, the cracks in Chevrolet’s 6.2L really start to show. Here’s what many owners are starting to notice about one of GM’s latest recalls.
By Denis Flierl on
How many Cybertruck and other Tesla owners are upside down in their vehicle loans? Other owners have just welcomed a new Cybertruck owner, and some say they are upside down. They owe more than the vehicle is worth. Is this a growing trend? 
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Toyota Highlander have a problem with its airbags failing to deploy? Veronica reports that the airbags in her 2023 Highlander did not deploy during a serious accident. Here is what all Highlander owners need to know about its safety. 
By Denis Flierl on
Prepare to be shocked by this bizarre yet true story. A Toyota RAV4, left at a dealer for repairs, was stolen not once, but twice, right from under the dealer's nose, leaving the police baffled. The dealer’s incompetence will leave you speechless.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reported that her vehicle experienced multiple system failures, rendering it undrivable. However, after reporting the issues to the Tesla service department, the Cybertruck owner ended up praising the EV maker.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Honda NSX will be the first of many classic models to benefit from extended parts production, but as other Japanese carmakers do the same, this could trend disrupt the modern-day automotive industry.
By Denis Flierl on
When buying a car from a dealer, should you go with their financing? Imani purchased a Nissan Kicks from the dealer with a payment of $500 at a high interest rate. Before you go with dealer financing, read this story. You could save hundreds of dollars. 
By Aram Krajekian on
It only took one flat tire and a few hundred feet for this Cybertruck owner to realize just how expensive a simple mistake can get.
By Rob Enderle on
The KG Motors Mibot represents more than just a new electric car; it signifies a potential paradigm shift towards prioritizing low-cost, single-passenger sheltered transportation in urban environments.
By Rob Enderle on
Gotion High-Tech's revolutionary solid-state battery, boasting a 7-minute full charge and 800,000 km lifespan with enhanced safety, is poised to redefine EV technology and could propel China years ahead in the global electric mobility race.
By Rob Enderle on
Jeep's new three-speed automatic transmission for EVs is a game-changer, promising improved performance and battery life, and crucially, enhancing off-road capability beyond what current EV transmissions offer, uniquely positioning Jeep for the future.
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner just wanted to save a little battery on her Rivian while camping, but what happened the moment she got back to a hotel says everything about how unpredictable life can be.
By Aram Krajekian on
Some still say the Cybertruck isn’t a real truck, but after seeing it haul over 3,000 pounds, auto-level, and barely lose any range, many might start to see it differently.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The latest rumors paint a Subaru Brat as an electric twin to the soon-to-return Toyota Stout light pickup truck.
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine an 80-year-old grandpa riding in a Tesla Model 3 for the first time. His grandson is an avid Tesla owner and wants to show his grandfather the car's new technology. When he activates FSD, his mind is blown. 
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine taking your Ram truck to the dealer more times than you can count. The dealer either can't or doesn't want to fix a problem that keeps recurring. This is what Alicia is dealing with. Check out her amazing story and what Ram owners need to know. 
By Aram Krajekian on
Certified pre-owned should mean peace of mind, but this Explorer ST barely made it through its first drive. What happened next, and how the dealer responded, raises bigger questions about trust and accountability.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reports that a faulty firmware update has prevented his truck from shutting down properly for three months. He discovered this issue after leaving his truck at the airport, where it lost 160 miles of range in just a few days.
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner drove three of the top electric trucks across the country, but what made him circle back to the Ford F-150 Lightning says a lot about what really matters in an EV truck.
By Denis Flierl on
Is Facebook Marketplace a good place to buy a vehicle? It can be, but as Carolyn found out, some sellers will lie and take your money. Now she is out $27,000 and can't drive her 2022 GMC Sierra. Here is her story, along with a warning for car buyers. 
By Aram Krajekian on
The sixth-gen 4Runner just hit the road, but prices on used ones are already heading into wild territory, and not the kind it was built for.
By Aram Krajekian on
It all started with a Blazer SS, but what made them go back for a second says everything about where the Chevy Blazer’s reputation is heading.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reports that he pulled into a parking spot and a man started banging on his window, shouting that the truck was on fire. He stepped out immediately and saw smoke pouring from the wheel wells, and the brake was on fire.
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine making a $350,000 mistake at your job. If you did, what do you think your employer would do? See what happens when a Mercedes-Benz GM finds out his dealership loaded a $350,000 AMG G 63 on the wrong transport truck. Check out the bizarre story.
By Dimitar Angelov on
All signs hint at a well-known problem of the 10th-generation Toyota Camry, but there might be a bit more to this owner's issue.
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner thought he was just buying basic tire insurance for his Cybertruck until the number on the receipt made him pause. Here's why that surprising total can still save him money.
By Denis Flierl on
How much does it cost to replace a 2022 Toyota Corolla headlight? 'You don't want to know,' the parts store told Derek when he inquired about replacing it. It could total more than $1,500 for parts and labor. Here is what all Corolla owners need to know. 
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that while transporting a calf in his cabin, the animal was able to use its nose to manipulate the touchscreen climate controls and direct the HVAC vents toward itself.
By Denis Flierl on
If you had thieves steal gas from your vehicle, you know how Marco feels. However, it's much worse for Marco, who owns a Ram pickup. It features a special polyethylene gas tank, which is expensive to replace. Here's what all Ram owners need to know.