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By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he’s dealing with an unexpected issue involving turkeys and his truck. He mentions that the truck’s full self-driving software cannot recognize or handle turkeys, leading to significant frustration.
By Aram Krajekian on
A year of living with the GMC Sierra EV can reveal things that spec sheets never show, and they're the quiet strengths that turn a truck from impressive on paper to unforgettable in everyday life.
By Aram Krajekian on
Tesla Model 3 owners love their car’s tech, but even the smartest systems can surprise owners. This driver's window shattered mid-close after a sensor short, revealing how Tesla’s advanced design can sometimes turn small glitches into big moments.
By Denis Flierl on
A "Reduce Acceleration" error leaves a 2024 GMC Sierra owner stranded on vacation. With no reverse and hard shifting at only 21k miles, is the 10-speed transmission toast? Here is what GMC owners need to know about this alarming failure.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Nissan Rogue is the brand's bestseller, and for 2026, a few key features continue to make it relevant in an SUV-saturated market.
By Denis Flierl on
"Buy a jump pack," the dealer told a 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner after her new truck died three times. With just 3,500 miles on it, she was stranded with "System Stopped" errors. Here is the simple fix that finally solved this frustrating mystery.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A brand-new Cybertruck owner expresses his frustration over a seemingly minor issue with the front-trunk latch. Apparently, the panels weren’t installed correctly, and now Tesla has to grind down the stainless steel to ensure the frunk latches properly.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2019 Ram 1500 owner is living a nightmare. He skipped the warranty to afford payments, but 7,000 miles later, the engine is toast with bad lifters and metal shavings. Now he's broke with a dead truck. Here is what you need to know before buying used.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner is surprised to learn that he needs to replace his tires after only 11 months due to low tread depth. He shares that in that period, he's driven 14,000 miles, has never gone off-road, and makes sure to rotate his tires regularly.
By Denis Flierl on
Critics warned him it was too long, but Mark's 2017 Ford F-150 just hit 217,000 miles using 10,000-mile oil changes. Is the 5.0L V8 really that bulletproof, or is he playing with fire? Here is why his controversial maintenance schedule is working.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck was seen hanging in the air, supported only by electrical wires. The vehicle appeared in the mountainous region of North Carolina, and despite being several feet off the ground, the Cybertruck looks completely unharmed.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota’s latest retro-inspired model might just be the most utilitarian compact SUV you have ever seen.
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota dealer quoted $174 for a fuel injection service, but can a $15 bottle of Royal Purple do the same job? Do you really need the expensive cleaning for your RAV4 at 80,000 miles, or is the DIY additive enough? What all car owners need to know.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he drove his truck in the rain for the first time and was surprised by the issues that arose. He mentions that Tesla should improve the Cybertruck’s software to better handle bad weather.
By Denis Flierl on
From "wimpy" to "muscled up." One Chevy Silverado owner trades his 2.7L 2WD for a 3.0L Duramax Trail Boss. Is 495 lb-ft of torque and 4WD the massive upgrade he's been waiting for? What Silverado buyers need to know. 
By Dimitar Angelov on
The unusual switch from a performance car to the much more frugal Toyota Corolla may seem unusual, but it makes more sense than one might think.
By Chris Johnston on
My Subaru Solterra test drive exposed how far some dealers will go to avoid selling an EV.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares that his vehicle of choice as an environmental compliance tester heading to the gas station is his Cybertruck. He adds that the Cybertruck has been much more reliable compared to his previous Ford, Chevy, and GMC trucks.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Tundra owner says his sunroof exploded like a shotgun blast mid-drive. No impact, just glass everywhere. Toyota denied the $2,800 warranty claim, citing "outside influence." Is this a new Toyota defect? Here is the unbelievable story. 
By Dimitar Angelov on
According to owner reports, some early Toyota GR Corolla models experience vague clutch feel and wear out extremely fast. We could be looking at another Toyota recall.
By Denis Flierl on
One 2018 CR-V owner just traded for a 2026 CR-V Hybrid, but friends are already saying, "You'll be sorry." Will battery replacement costs really wipe out gas savings? Here is the truth behind the hybrid fear, causing major buyer's remorse.
By Denis Flierl on
Fed up with his 2021 F-150, Steve Betts found a permanent fix: "I bought a 2025 Toyota Tundra. Good luck, y'all." Is the switch to Toyota the ultimate solution? Torque News reporter Denis Flierl asks: "Now, how about that new Tundra?"
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner shares how he started to panic when he saw “smoke” coming from the front of his truck during supercharging. However, he explains exactly what was happening and why other Cybertruck owners shouldn’t panic.
By Denis Flierl on
Toyota Highlander Hybrid owners are discovering a hidden filter under the rear seats that collects serious dirt. Did you know this HV battery part existed? Here is how to find it and why cleaning it is critical for your hybrid system. 
By Denis Flierl on
"You can get cheese but not tomatoes?" One Tacoma buyer is fuming. He tried to order a TRD Off Road with a moonroof and a swaybar disconnect, but was denied due to "regional restrictions." Why Toyota's rules might make buying your dream truck impossible.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 Ram owner installed a K&N cold-air intake, hoping for big power gains. Instead? An immediate engine error light and a truck stuck at 15 mph! Can a simple diagnostic reset fix this, or is "bad boy" now just a heavy paperweight?
By Aram Krajekian on
When a Chevy Silverado 3500HD owner walked away from a 60-mph crash with only whiplash, it turned into a real-world testament to the strength in design that heavy-duty truck owners trust with their lives.
By Aram Krajekian on
Toyota Prius drivers are already used to impressive efficiency, but every so often, a result appears that completely resets what we think these cars can do.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 owner's truck broke down so often that GM bought it back. Josh traded up (or down?) for a stripped-down 2025 Silverado 1500 5.3L, shocked by the lack of V8 4x4 options. Will his 'new' truck be better?
By Rob Enderle on
Xiaomi produced its 500,000th EV in just 19 months, a speed embarrassing legacy automakers. With a new Munich design center and profitable operations, Xiaomi is dominating China and eyeing Europe.