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Why does Toyota use fake engine noise in the 2024 Toyota Tacoma? One owner is asking why and how to turn it off. Daniel is disappointed that no one told him about it when he bought the truck. Can it be turned off? Here is what Tacoma owners need to know.

A disabled man shows how to drive a Tesla Cybertruck with no hands. He says the “doors are freaking heavy” and “the turning signals on the wheel are odd.” However, he adds, “the steering and driving is nice.”

Does the Tesla Cybertruck have quality issues? Not all trucks are affected by trim pieces flying off while traveling 55 miles an hour on the highway, but one owner did. Check out the potential problem and what all Cybertruck owners need to know.

If you are considering a used sports car, there are a few important things you need to be aware of. I am sharing my experience with a 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

RPM play can be a sign that your engine periphery may be going bad, but this Toyota Tacoma owner may be in luck.

Not all Toyota Tundra owners have engine problems, but other issues exist. Anthony has a 2024 Tundra truck with 24,000 miles and no problems other than Bluetooth tuning. Here are solutions for all Tundra owners.

Several Cybertruck owners are sharing that they traded a Cadillac Escalade to get a Cybertruck. There appear to be a surprising number of cross-shoppers between the two brands.

Are you a Chevrolet Silverado owner experiencing a drop in gas mileage? Austin, who owns a 2021 Silverado 5.3, has seen a significant decrease in his truck's mpg after reaching 90,000 miles. Is he doing enough? Here are the answers for all truck owners.

Micro Mobility AG of Switzerland is bringing the Microlino BMW Isetta-like EV to the US as the anti-pickup truck (Cybertruck), and this could be an ideal solution for kids needing a safer ride to school or older adults who currently are using golf carts.

BYD’s CEO rightly highlighted that China is years ahead of the rest of the world in EVs, and this is largely because China identified this opportunity back in 2001 and then resourced it so they would win. The West was caught napping.

Imagine driving on a dark Montana highway in winter, and a deer jumps out in front of your Subaru Ascent. The SUV keeps you safe, but there was so much damage to the front of the vehicle that it bursts into flames. Here is Andelyn's harrowing story. 

Mitsubishi could revive the Montero in the perfect time for Honda to take advantage of its body-on-frame platform, but two things need to happen first.

The recent 5-star safety rating from the NHTSA has thrilled Elon Musk to the extent that he recalled he also manages a car company. Following the announcement of the results, Musk stated, “Cybertruck is apocalypse-level safe.”

Have you purchased a new car only to find out the salesman didn't explain or disclose everything to you? Here is Jonathan's unbelievable story of a deal gone wrong for a 2024 Toyota RAV4. Here is his warning that all new car buyers should be aware of. 

Leaked information from a Tesla insider hints that “Tesla will soon add turn signal stalks to the Model 3." This move follows Tesla’s latest decision to keep the physical turn signal indicator on the refreshed Model Y.

How often should you change the oil in a new Toyota Tacoma pickup? Toyota recommends a 10,000-mile oil change interval. However, Joe Carter says he changes his every 3,500 miles regardless of what Toyota says. Who's right, and what should owners do? 

With the GS discontinued and the IS being too small, the ES300h might be the best Lexus sedan you can buy, if you are looking for a reliable, luxury commuter car, and are willing to sacrifice some performance for fuel economy.

Are Tesla vehicles good in the snow, and should you buy one if you live in a snowy climate? Rob wasn't afraid to drive his Model Y in deep snow and says it performed like a champ. Here's what Tesla buyers need to know. There's more to fear than snow.

Cybertruck owners across the US are banding together to launch a pro-Elon Musk counter-protest at Tesla service centers. They say showing up with 200 Cybertrucks will prove they are the majority.

Are you tired of the negative stories about the Cybertruck? One Cybertruck owner's viewpoint sheds light on the controversial truck. Erdal Calgary has owned his Cybertruck for ten months and couldn't be happier. Check out his transformative story.

The Lexus LBX was recently trademarked for the US, replacing the slow-selling UX, and promising to make life difficult for the BMW X1 and Mercedes GLA.

Thieves are targeting the Ford F-150, but they aren’t stealing the trucks themselves; instead, they’re taking the taillights. Check out the story of a 2024 F-150 owner and what happened to his truck. Here’s what every Ford F-Series owner needs to know.   

A Tesla owner recently visited a Tesla store in Tennessee and met two older gentlemen who were there to buy a Cybertruck. One of the older gentlemen said he’s trading in his Toyota Tundra for a Cybertruck specifically because he’s happy with Elon Musk.

A Tesla Cybertruck owner says his truck lost all power while he was going in reverse. Without steering, cameras, and partial brake failure, he ended up rolling onto other vehicles in a parking lot. Now, the Owner wants Tesla to pay for the damages.

What do you think about the current technology in new cars today? Have the automakers gone too far? You might say yes after reading Isabella's story of her Genesis GV80 luxury car. 

This is how you should buy a car if you are younger, want financial security, and want to remain debt-free. Check out this story of Rissa, who purchased a 1997 Toyota Corolla for only $6,000. Here is her inspiring story of what to do and what not to do. 

You can’t make this stuff up. A woman purchased a 2025 Honda Civic with $1,000 down, she needed a co-signer and has a $558 car payment. She made the deal because she wanted Apple CarPlay and a new car. How smart is this? And there’s more to this story.

A 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner took his truck to the dealer after only owning it one year, and the value has dropped significantly. He is wondering why they only offered him $38,000. Should all new Tacoma owners be worried about their resale value? 

A Cybertruck owner says his roofing business is losing a lot of customers because of the Cybertruck. He adds that he lost $70,000 worth of deals because of the vehicle. However, he says he still loves the truck and doesn’t want to sell it.

With range anxiety looming and fearful stories in their mind, one driver took a chance on a 900-mile EV road trip with this Chevy Blazer EV to rescue a dog, but what happened next defied all expectations.