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By Tinsae Aregay on
After keeping silent about the issue for days, Elon Musk has finally acknowledged the launch of the refreshed Model Y. However, Musk's endorsement is definitely lacking in enthusiasm.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner shares his truck was totaled after it was sideswiped by an E-scooter. However, the insurance company is only offering to pay him a “fair market price” of $77K, even though he paid $198K for the truck and still owes the bank $171K.
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner is having issues with his new truck. He would like answers. Who better to ask than Cybertruck owners? Benny is taking his vehicle to Tesla for service but has to wait until mid-February. Are these common Cybertruck issues?
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says his HOA is not allowing him to install a charger for his Cybertruck. The owner is suing the HOA but says he’s up against a deep-pocketed association with a three-million-dollar reserve.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla tech staff say, “They’ve never seen anything like this,” after examining a Cybertruck that died in the cold. Unable to figure out what went wrong, Tesla passed the issue to its engineers. However, the owner says he’s thankful for the EV maker.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he’s crying because he has to part ways with his truck. He recently got a promotion and a 25% pay raise, and his wife and new baby are fine, but the new job is in London, which means he has to sell his Cybertruck.
By Denis Flierl on
Have you seen the surprising deals Ford is offering on the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning? One potential buyer, Cooper, is considering the F-150 Lightning but has second thoughts after looking at the details. Find out why he's keeping his Chevy Silverado. 
By Denis Flierl on
If you look at the truck market compared to the electric sports car market, things are crazy. Alex Sedlak points out that his 2024 Toyota Tundra was $71K, and he had just bought a 2021 Porsche Taycan for $58K. Was it a good choice, or will he be sorry?
By Armen Hareyan on
I was stranded with a dead phone and a locked Tesla Model 3, but thinking quickly and using the Tesla's Apple Watch app I turned the potential disaster into a tech-savvy rescue you'll want to hear about.
By Tinsae Aregay on
An early Cybertruck owner says he has successfully compelled Tesla to buy back his defective truck, with Tesla only deducting $300 for every 1000 miles he drove it. However, the Cybertruck fan says he’ll use the money to buy a more expensive Cybertruck.
By Denis Flierl on
Have you owned a car brand for years and then decided to make a change? That's what Lizzie did. She knew it was time to change when her Mazda 5 minivan failed her. Here is Lizzie's car purchasing dilemma. Why did she pick the 2025 Subaru Outback instead?
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Tacoma owner is asking if it's acceptable to install upgrades to her Tacoma pickup and if it's like adding Raptor lights, which sparked a debate among enthusiasts. Does it add a touch of style, or are they showy and comical? What do you think?
By Rob Enderle on
Chinese car companies are moving aggressively to remove their artificial Tariff disadvantage against Chinese built Teslas. Once this is done it will pretty much assure Europe will follow Australia and move from Tesla cars to Chinese alternatives.
By Rob Enderle on
The US’s pullback from EVs assures China’s future dominance of this industry, and they are already around 2 years ahead of everyone but Tesla. If this doesn’t change, a lot of countries will bleed jobs and automotive revenues.
By Rob Enderle on
The Car market is a mess in 2025 suggesting a number of companies may be gone by the end of the decade. It would be wise to avoid buying a new car until it has settled again, likely after 2027 but before 2030, so you don’t regret the purchase.
By Denis Flierl on
Is the Toyota Grand Highlander available? The stop-sale has been lifted, production has restarted, and the 2025 models have arrived. Is it safe for customers to buy the SUV, and has Toyota fixed the problem? An interview with a dealer reveals more details
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla has finally allowed automotive YouTubers to get up close to the refreshed Model Y. The new videos detail all the minor changes Tesla has made to the all-electric crossover. The design gets a big thumbs up, but the specs were a letdown.
By Denis Flierl on
How does a Tesla Cybertruck compare with a Ford F-350? Dave is an owner of both a 2024 Cybertruck and a 2007 Ford F-350. He likes both trucks and gives an honest evaluation with cost analysis so potential Cybertruck buyers can make an informed decision. 
By Denis Flierl on
It may be the best time to buy if you are considering a 2024-2025 Toyota Tacoma. Tomi Slavmikula, who negotiates many Toyota deals, says the Tacoma market has softened, and deals are incredible. See how much he thinks you can save on a new Tacoma truck. 
By Tinsae Aregay on
Veteran Tesla Cybertruck owners have shared a list of unusual advice to new buyers. The unexpected recommendations include what not to do during a car wash.
By Armen Hareyan on
Discover how Jill’s Kia EV9 nailed a jaw-dropping self-parking maneuver in a ridiculously tight spot, proving you might need this feature more than you think.
By Dimitar Angelov on
If you are looking to buy a used Tesla or any EV, this will give you a good idea of what to expect from the battery in terms of range and longevity.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The weird noise came after 5,500 miles. Honda dealership says it is the high-pressure fuel pump and it's normal, but I am less convinced.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Florida man bricks his Cybertruck trying to add an aftermarket modification. Here is the internal step-by-step guide Tesla gave him that restored his truck and can also re-activate any other dead Cybertruck.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Tesla Cybertruck features Level 2 autonomy with FSD, but sometimes owners forget that they still have to be involved in the driving process.
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru offers a unique feature for all its vehicles that few owners know about. Addie owns a Subaru Crosstrek and discovered the distinctive feature almost accidentally because Subaru doesn't advertise it. Here is Addie's unique feature and story.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner shares how happy he is after his truck did not experience any issues in the first 3 months since he bought it. Elated by this experience, he says he will never buy any vehicle other than a Cybertruck—Not even another Tesla.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Texas-based private security firm, Strong Man Protection Services LLC, says the company has rolled out “the first-ever security Tesla Cybertruck. The truck is intended to provide various security services.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The next generation of Toyota's entry-level sports car might not be quite what we hoped for. Here's what I found out about the next-generation GR86's new engine.
By Denis Flierl on
Should the Tesla Cybertruck be considered a flop? According to two top analysts, the electric truck is comical, has not met Elon Musk's projected sales, and can't compete with the Ford F-150 and Chevy Silverado. What is the future of Cybertruck?