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Which are the best sports cars you can buy that are under $40,000? Subaru has the 2024 WRX and BRZ on the list, but why aren't you buying them?

The string of unexpected Cybertruck failures is continuing, now affecting some of the biggest Tesla supporters. The Cybertruck Guy is the latest victim, with his truck’s battery discharging to the chassis & posing electrocution risks.

Do you like the Subaru Auto Stop-Start system? If you said no, you aren't alone. My report reveals some truths and myths about the feature that may help change your mind.

A Cybertruck owner who recently escaped a crash on the highway by inches says that he is fortunate that he was driving his Cybertruck rather than his Ram Pickup. The Cybertruck’s steer-by-wire & 4-wheel-steering saved the day.

The announced Nissan electric GTR with solid-state batteries looks to be a game-changer. It will transform the GTR from the useful and extremely fast car it is into true supercar territory. I can't hardly wait.

There is a consensus that fake engine sounds in electric cars suck. However, the new Hyundai Ioniq 5 has showcased that it works when you do it right, suggesting that an uncanny valley of sound must be avoided.

Porsche's decision not to use artificial sounds and shifting on their electric cars is similar to what Palm and Microsoft did, allowing Apple to take the Smartphone market from them.

How close is Subaru to having a self-driving car? Subaru continues testing now on its track in Japan. See what technology they are using now and what it means for customers shortly.

A Cybertruck owner who went to Tesla Service to get his leaking tonneau cover checked out was told that “a general remedy is being developed.” Although promising, Tesla also says that the solution is not yet ready to roll out.

Which car brands make the most reliable cars? I'll examine a new report from Consumer Reports and fill you in on the ten best automakers and what it means for Subaru customers. 

A fault in the Cybertruck’s ground-breaking 48-volt architecture has resulted in yet another dead Cybertruck. This time, the Cybertruck failure happened to Tesla's superfan, “Cybertruck mom.”

Which SUV wins the family battle between the 2025 Subaru Forester and the 2025 Subaru Outback? There are some similarities but more significant differences that customers need to know about. The Forester is newer, but is it better?

Your Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, or another model has a unique feature you likely aren’t using or know about. The steering wheel paddle shifters are the most forgotten Subaru feature. I’ll explain how and when to use them for maximum benefit. 

A prospective Cybertruck owner says he placed a binding order thinking his Cyberbeast wouldn’t be ready for some time. However, to his surprise, Tesla scheduled his delivery for tomorrow, and now he wants help trying to get his $1000 back.

Which used SUVs are best to buy now? If you are looking for the most affordable under $5,000, KBB says the Subaru Forester is a great choice. Here are ten best and why Forester is a top pick and offers great value for your money. 

If you want a vehicle that will last the longest, buy a Toyota. Which ones? Check out six of the top ten cars expected to go 250,000 miles and beyond. But surprisingly, they aren't Toyota's top-selling models.  

A new video shared by a Tesla Cybertruck owner following a burglary shows the perpetrator shattering his Cybertruck’s window, peeling down the glass, and climbing onto his truck to steal his bag. The whole thing only took a few seconds.

There is new information on Subaru's four new hybrid models that customers will want to know. What are the four models, and what new hybrid technology will they have? Find out here. 

The 2025 Subaru Forester is here now. However, Subaru chose an interesting path with the Forester Wilderness trim level. Buy now or wait? Here is what customers need to know.

Which are the best new SUVs for taking off-road? A comprehensive report reveals Subaru's dominance in a key area. You'll be fully informed as I present the results here.

Wait times between Cybertruck orders and deliveries have fallen to as little as a few days. You can now order a brand new Cybertruck without reservation and have it delivered in a few days. Tesla is even offering some Cybertruck buyers immediate delivery.

Chinese electric car companies, and especially BYD, are moving to dominate the future car market with Electric Vehicles, and the time to respond competitively is quickly running out. Even Tesla is at risk.

A Cybertruck owner, Martin, was surprised to learn how angry people got after he posted his vehicle for sale for $140,000. Martin faced a barrage of insults for trying to sell his Cyberbeast at this price.

Electric car batteries are the car's weakest link, however, there are technologies coming that should fix this problem before 2030.

Subaru has achieved an exceptional feat in the Auto Express Driver Power customer satisfaction Survey for 2024. See how many mainstream and luxury brands they beat in customer satisfaction. They just put the rest of the automakers on notice. 

Should you buy the 2025 Subaru Ascent? The 3-Row family hauler gets new trim levels, but here's why it's better to wait another year or two. 

Caterpillar has created what may be the best pickup truck for professionals in years but if they don't learn from the International Scout it may be dead on arrival.

A Tesla Semi Tractor crashed and burned in California resulting in an NTSB investigation which could kill Tesla's as yet unapproved Semi Truck business.

What are the car brands that offer new vehicle technology that customers want? Check out the fourteen mainstream automakers, where Subaru ranks, and why Subaru dropped from last year.

The worrying trend of Cybertrucks experiencing multiple catastrophic failures has continued. A new Cybertruck owner, Raul, explains that he had taken his truck back to Tesla 4 times for major issues without any solution. Now Raul says his truck is dead.