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This owner trusted her new Model Y with her safety, until it glitched mid-drive and locked up leaving her roadside. What happened next isn’t just a scary story. It hints at a deeper issue that EV owners should hear about.

A sudden gust of wind misaligned our Rivian’s door, but it was the repair quote that really blew me away and made me question what actually went wrong.

Discover the song that captures a Tesla Cybertruck driving itself back to the dealer. The owner, unable to meet the hefty payments, is on the verge of losing his cherished Cybertruck. His plea, 'Come back, Cybertruck,' echoes as he watches it drive away. 

A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he took his 5-month-old, 26,000-mile truck in for service, and to his surprise, Tesla returned it with the odometer reset to zero. This comes after Elon Musk categorically denied claims that Tesla manipulates the odometer.

Does the Chevy Suburban have transmission problems? Cynthia says her 2023 Suburban auto-decelerated without warning on the highway, which could have caused a serious accident. Her warning is for all Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC SUV, and truck owners. 

This new Toyota Land Cruiser owner traded-in his American SUV and claims it is a substantial upgrade.

Should you rent a car from Turo? Here is Shay's unbelievable rental experience of a 2024 Hyundai Palisade repossessed while she and her son had lunch at a restaurant. Here is valuable information for all car renters to know. 

Another Toyota Tundra truck has died on the highway with engine failure. Here is Charlie's dead 2023 Toyota Tundra story and an update for all Tundra owners to know now. He's not the only one this has happened to.

A Cybertruck owner shares that his truck is back in his driveway after it died for the 3rd time in a month. Despite all the issues, the owner adds that the Cybertruck is the best vehicle in the world, even compared to Tesla’s remaining vehicle lineup.

A Cybertruck owner says that the 10-year-old kids at his son’s baseball practice initially thought the Cybertruck was the coolest vehicle. However, their excitement faded & they started to point & laugh after the Cybertruck had to be towed on a flatbed.

Do Mercedes and BMW dealers give good customer service? Buying an expensive luxury car should be a good experience. The opposite was true for Philippe, who walked through both dealers and received no help. Check out his unbelievable story.  

Imagine paying $1,500 extra for a specific color, only to get the wrong one on delivery. Tesla says you signed for it, so it’s final. But is it really? Here’s why this story isn’t as simple as it sounds.

This Tesla owner is trading in his Model S for an R1T he’s never seen in person. As delivery day approaches though, his excitement is giving way to some doubt. Here’s what his story reveals about buying EVs online.

Thinking about ditching your Tesla for a Rivian? This honest, community-driven breakdown might be exactly what you need to read before making the leap.

Tesla’s mobile service is redefining what customer care looks like, one driveway at a time. Here’s why this story shows how commitment is becoming the new standard in automotive service.

Nissan's Frontier Hybrid concept, with its promising (though CLTC-rated) 84-mile EV range, could be a game-changing practical solution for truck buyers. It would bridge the benefits of EV and ICE and boost Nissan.

Rivian's improving financials highlight its growing appeal as a practical, adventure-focused Tesla alternative whose design resonates broadly with truck/SUV enthusiasts, fueling strong anticipation for its more accessible R2.

Despite its technological ambition, the Cadillac Celestiq's steep price and subsequent low sales mirror the fate of the expensive Continental Mark II, suggesting its main role may be a brand-enhancing halo car rather than a volume seller.

Not everyone is excited about Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology. Here is what Cybertruck owners say about it, information for those curious, and what you need to know if you are considering buying a Cybertruck or any Tesla model.

Changing your oil and monitoring the gauges is good, but understanding oil pressure is key.

An R1T owner attempted a routine software update, but the truck never recovered like it was supposed to. Here’s why this story reveals more of what’s emerging with Rivian’s Over-the-Air updates.

What started as a simple sensor issue on a nearly new Camry turned into a shredded wire nightmare. Here’s why this story reveals the hidden threat no one warns car owners about.

An independent fabricator is fixing one of Jaguar's mistakes, by recreating one of the fastest supercars of the 1990s.

What started as a simple recall might turn into one of the largest engine replacements for GM. Owners are hearing whispers of full swaps, and now some are wondering if GM is really prepared for what’s coming next.

What started as a simple windshield quote for a Rivian R1S turned into a $4,800 shocker that exposed just how wildly unpredictable EV repair costs can be, here’s what owners are saying, and why you need to double-check everything.

Everyone talks about Rivian service nightmares, but this owner got his R1T back in just 3.5 days, with every issue fixed and communication that actually impressed him.

Does the Lexus GX 460 have a coolant leak problem? It's called a valley plate, and it's expensive to fix. Michelle bought a 2016 GX 460, got a great deal, and knows why it was so cheap. It needs an expensive repair. Here's what owners need to know. 

Is there a problem with the new Chevrolet Tahoe? Erica says her Tahoe left her stranded on the side of the road. The issues were so bad she sold it and bought a GMC Yukon. Now her Yukon is having problems. Here is what Tahoe and Yukon buyers need to know.

An owner of one of the most desirable Toyota SUVs may have to part ways with his vehicle and with new Toyota off-roaders being what they are, these older models are very hot on the market right now.

A Ram 2500 owner was quoted over $1,000 just for labor to install shocks and a leveling kit, are shops cashing in, or is this the new normal?