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The Toyota Tundra has reliability problems with its engine. Now, a 2025 Tundra owner is replacing his rear diff because it was making a whining sound and had metal shavings in it, causing it to fail. Here is what Tundra owners need to know. 

One owner thought her Hyundai Kona was the perfect fit, until the engine blew up at just two years old, opening the conversation to stories from other owners facing the same reality.

When a brand-new Tesla was vandalized just days after delivery and Sentry Mode failed to catch it, what followed revealed a growing concern that a lot of Tesla owners are seeing.

When a six-month-old Toyota Camry started flashing every warning imaginable, one owner found himself stuck in a cycle of dealership visits that raises serious questions about the reliability of modern vehicle electronics.

Why are Tesla owners taking the Tesla logo off the back of their cars and replacing it with another automaker's brand? One Tesla Model Y owner stuck a Subaru sticker on the back of their car. What do other owners think? It's not positive. 

A Cybertruck owner says gallons of water are trapped in his truck's floor and slosh around when he drives. Tesla was unable to determine the root cause. However, the Cybertruck owner says, “Tesla for life, I’ll never switch brands.”

Should you buy a Ford Bronco or a Toyota Tacoma? Here is a Bronco Sasquatch owner's perspective: He doesn't like three things about the Bronco, and why he's trading it for a Tacoma. Here is what Bronco and Tacoma off-road enthusiasts need to know. 

When a Tesla owner asked fellow drivers if they'd buy their car again, without mentioning Elon Musk or the politics around Tesla, the raw, unfiltered replies revealed more about Tesla ownership than expected.

A routine pre‑warm tap left my brand‑new Rivian R1S dead and on a flatbed, discover how one small battery toppled a six‑figure SUV and share your story.

See how one Rivian R1S’s daring matte burnished bronze makeover, with gloss‑black accents, smoked lights, and a still‑undecided copper‑caliper finale, redefines EV style and sparks a debate you’ll want to join.

The Mazda Miata NE will not be electrified after all, but other improvements are in store for the iconic model.

Is the Tesla Cybertruck's build quality a problem? Carlos, a Cybertruck owner, says his truck, which is less than 2K miles old, has multiple squeaking and rattling issues. What are other CT owners saying? He's not the only one, according to many owners.

Does the Hyundai Tucson have engine failure issues? Erin purchased a 2019 Hyundai Tucson and has to buy a new engine. She says it was the biggest financial mistake of her life and gives a warning to car shoppers. Here is what all car buyers need to know.

Fifth-generation Toyota 4Runner prices hold exceptionally well, with 2024 models, in many cases, being more expensive than the new model.

When one Camry owner shared a mysterious squeak, it opened the door to dozens of eerily similar reports, mounting dealership frustration and a potential transmission issue Toyota may not be ready to face.

An $8,000 repair this early into ownership has one BMW X5 owner facing a tough decision, and her story might change the way you look at luxury car ownership.

Should you buy a used vehicle from CarMax? Is the 2014 Subaru Outback a reliable vehicle? Twig purchased a used Subaru Outback from CarMax, and nine months later, it needed a new engine and transmission. Here is what all car shoppers need to know. 

I road-tripped my RT1 into the heart of the desert and found a stunning Rivian charging oasis so beautiful, and expensive, it changed how I see EV travel forever.

A low-mileage BMW X5 engine failure was only the beginning. What followed was a behind-the-scenes battle with the warranty company that every luxury car owner should read before it’s too late.

What was supposed to be a luxury upgrade turned into a mechanical mystery when this 1794 Edition Tundra started blowing black smoke. Now owners are weighing in on what it really could mean.

Is the Toyota Highlander a model you should avoid? Luis has 60,000 miles on his 2021 Highlander and already needs a new transmission. Now, a new problem has surfaced. He's not the only Highlander owner with problems. Here is what owners need to know. 

Tesla is poking fun at how stripped-down the newly released rear-wheel-drive Cybertruck is. In response to an even more minimalistic “no-wheel-drive” Cybertruck variant, the Chief Engineer suggests it would require a hole in the floor for leg propulsion.

Some of these sports cars have already appreciated in value, while others can still be found for dirt cheap.

A Cybertruck owner shares that Tesla’s FSD software failed to recognize the speed limit and continued to drive 90 mph into a construction zone. Other Cybertruck owners also reported similar incidents where the vehicle did not detect a construction zone.

Should you buy a 2025 Honda Civic, or is a used car a better value for shoppers? Here is a story from Melissa, who chose a used Mercedes over buying a new Honda Civic. Here are her reasons and what all Honda Civic and new car buyers need to know. 

One Tesla owner learned the hard way what happens when you forget to turn on Sentry Mode. And the aftermath was frustrating, potentially even preventable, but definitely all too familiar in the Tesla world today.

Why would a 2025 Chevy Tahoe owner trade in her new SUV with only 98 miles? The big Radiant Red SUV is so new, it's not even dirty, but she says this owner already hates it. Here is Jesse's story and why it's the second-worst trade-in she's ever seen.  

How much does it cost to insure a Tesla Cybertruck? The answer might shock you. Just ask John, who was stunned to find out that insuring his CT went up big after the first year. Here is John's incredible story and what all Cybertruck owners need to know. 

The Hyundai Ionic 6 N, due out in July 2025, could be a game changer in the performance EV sedan market, given the popularity of the Ionic 5 N.

Polestar, a division of Geely, has opened up a number of aggressive discounting programs that target Tesla owners, but what is surprising isn’t that this program is successful, but that other car companies haven’t broadly copied it.