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The integration of Google’s Gemini into the new Volvo EX60 marks the pivotal moment where automobiles transition from transportation appliances to intelligent, conversational partners, fundamentally reshaping safety, productivity, and driving experience.

2026 Silverado debates start under the hood. For one 2020 owner, a 2026 2.7L TurboMax test drive posed a dilemma: Is four-cylinder reliability worth losing the V8 soul he loves, especially when that V8 is known for catastrophic lifter failure?

A Cybertruck owner reports that the glue holding his truck together is starting to fail after exposure to freezing temperatures. He adds that his panels are visibly falling apart and vibrate loudly while driving.

Understanding how performance brakes work on the Porsche Taycan is important, and what may sound like an issue may sometimes be normal behavior.

A Cybertruck owner says his rear tires wore down to the wires after he started driving using FSD. He mentions that Tesla is nonetheless refusing to replace his tires under warranty, claiming he has used 100% on his Cybertruck before.

"Smoke rolling out from the hood”: that’s how a simple 5K service ended for one 2025 Toyota 4Runner owner. The tech made a big mistake, and now the dealer is covering their behind and hiding the truth. Is your engine safe?

I look into why Toyota's hybrids, particularly its most basic ones, are a brilliant piece of engineering, and the main reason for the brand's huge success in the BEV segment.

Tesla’s refusal to incorporate Lidar and radar is a gamble with human lives that ignores historical failures, while Waymo’s sensor-fusion approach sets the gold standard for a truly autonomous future we can trust.

Today’s Volvo EX60 launch changed everything. I’m swapping my XC60 order for this 400-mile range marvel. With NVIDIA tech and Google Gemini, it’s the most advanced EV I’ve ever seen.

From bulletproof V8s to Ram regrets and the new V6 recall chaos, one owner is at a crossroads. Can a replaced twin-turbo V6 ever match the legendary 245k-mile reliability of the old 5.7L? We dive into the "replacement motor" debate. What would you pick?

A 2021 Toyota RAV4 owner had a 2025 RAV4 Hybrid loaner while their 2021 was in the shop, and the results were shocking. "Toyota needs to bring back the quality," they warned. Has the RAV4 peaked? See why the latest model failed to impress.

One of the most underrated Japanese trucks may just be the Tacoma's strongest competitor, especially if you are looking for a V-6 engine.

Slovakia’s Klein Vision stuns the automotive world with a production-ready flying car that transforms in minutes. We dive into the specs, the $1M price tag, and why this might be the first flying car to succeed.

Chery’s groundbreaking 600 Wh/kg solid-state battery technology debuts in the stunning Exeed Liefeng shooting brake, promising to end range anxiety forever while challenging the very survival of legacy Western automakers in the global market.

Frustrated with your new Silverado? You’re not alone. But before you switch brands, look at the data: Ford just shattered recall records. Is anyone actually building reliable trucks anymore? One owner’s viral take on why brand loyalty is dead.

The two special-edition models from Nissan and Toyota are more closely matched than some would like to admit, but there can only be one.

As a veteran reporter with decades of experience driving in the snow, I've seen every winter driving tech, but this Cybertruck owner's terrifying FSD experience in a blizzard reveals a hidden truth about Tesla's vision-only system.

While some owners enjoy their sixth-generation 4Runner, many agree that it doesn't live up to the glory of the old model, and are conerned about long-term reliability.

$265 for a first electric bill? Devin Arceneaux was shocked until he crunched the numbers. Driving 400 miles a week for work, he discovered his Tesla Model 3 costs just $73 a month to fuel. Is an EV actually cheaper than gas? Here is the math.

A Ram owner ditched his 5.7L Hemi for the 2026 Ram Hurricane and says the power is unmatched! The only thing missing? That iconic V8 growl. See how a custom exhaust setup gave this 6th Gen its soul back!

The dealer says blend, but owners say full synthetic; who’s right? One 2025 Ford F-150 owner is questioning why Ford recommends semi-synthetic for the 3.5L EcoBoost. Is the dealer cutting corners, or is there a hidden benefit? Here’s the truth.

A 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid with only 4,200 miles is leaking oil and vibrating? One owner is already "ready to trade it in" after finding a massive leak and a 2-quart low engine. Is Honda’s reliability slipping? Get the full story on this 6th-gen disaster.

Is your Tundra a ticking time bomb? A Toyota Master Tech warns of a common radiator failure hitting trucks just out of warranty. A simple "shroud rub" could cost you thousands, but there’s a cheap DIY fix. Don't get stranded; see the expert's hack!

900 miles and already stranded? Shannon is the newest member of the "Dead 12V Club." Even a 2024 Prius isn't immune to battery blues, leaving owners carrying jump boxes "just in case." Is the redesign worth the risk? What Prius owners need to know.

Is the V8 lifter nightmare finally over? One 2026 Chevy Silverado owner dug into his VIN data and found the news every truck enthusiast has waited for: Has GM officially removed DFM to solve reliability issues? Here’s what GM buyers need to know.

A 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner describes a terrifying freeway fail: pedal to the floor, 4K RPMs, but zero acceleration. Is the new gen facing a major reliability hurdle? Here is what happened, and what 4th Gen Tacoma owners need to know.

As trade tensions with Washington reach a boiling point, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s landmark 6.1% tariff deal with Beijing signals a seismic shift that could leave American EV makers out in the cold.

As the IEA confirms China’s overwhelming manufacturing dominance, Western legacy automakers must pivot from protectionism to radical innovation or face being completely forced out of the global automotive market within the next decade.

The all-new Volvo EX60 debuts with a groundbreaking 500-mile range and lightning-fast charging, redefining the electric SUV segment and challenging global rivals with its next-generation SPA3 architecture and world-renowned Scandinavian luxury and total s

The European Union’s pivot from aggressive 35.5% tariffs to a strategic minimum price floor for Chinese EVs marks a historic shift in trade policy, altering the competitive landscape for Western automakers and the planet’s green future.