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Stellantis is in financial distress and Leapmotor needs a partner to move out of China, if they can work through the Chinese Tariff issues, the partnership between the two companies could be impressively powerful.

Geico is apparently canceling consumer auto insurance for the Tesla Cybertruck and replacing it with commercial insurance due to the unique nature and costs associated with owning this unique vehicle.

Subaru will launch an all-new 3-Row battery-electric SUV for customers, built in the U.S., but it's now been delayed. I'll explain why it's been held up and when it will be available for customers.

GEICO, the second-largest vehicle insurance underwriter in the US, has decided it will no longer cover Tesla Cybertrucks. The company is terminating current Cybertruck policies and says the truck “doesn’t meet our underwriting guidelines.”

How does Subaru compare with Toyota? Which car brand is better? I'll explain why Subaru is significantly better than Toyota and the seven areas where Subaru excels. 

For those of you eyeing a used Subaru Outback or Crosstrek, here's some great news. The prices of these two popular models have seen a significant drop, making them more affordable than ever.

A Cybertruck owner still professes his love for the all-electric despite Tesla failing to fix his Cybertruck on eight separate service visits. Having said that, the owner has decided to let out his frustration after the latest failed service visit.

Which SUVs, cars, and minivans are the easiest to get into and out of? The new list from Consumer Reports explains why the Subaru Forester is the best compact SUV for easy access. I'll describe two additional areas in which Forester excels.

The Forester has been the best-selling model for Subaru of America, but things have changed. The next-generation Forester is showing a decrease in demand. Did Subaru price the Forester too high? I'll explore what's going on with the new Forester now.

The Subaru Outback is due for remodeling, and before it arrives, it falls behind. The Outback can't compete with a much smaller SUV, the Crosstrek, now America's hottest model. See what the Outback needs to stay up with its smaller brother.

The non-Foundation Series Tesla Cybertruck is available starting at $79,900. Interestingly, it has 5% less range, several stripped-out features, and does not qualify for the $7,500 tax credit. However, Tesla is honoring the 2019 FSD reservation price.

Tesla’s Robotaxi Launch will be the beginning of the end for personal car ownership. While this won’t happen overnight, once we have the equivalent of horizontal elevators only the rich are likely to continue to own cars, and maybe not even them.

Ionna addresses one of the significant shortcomings of EV vehicles, public charging, by building charging stations with amenities similar to those of gas stations. This could be a massive game-changer for EVs.

The head of Mercedes AMG group is partially right that performance car buyers are interested in tech and that there are reasons they should prefer EVs. But, without focused marketing, it is doubtful they’ll pivot to EVs as quickly as they otherwise might.

The World Economic Forum has identified 5 things that they think would improve EV sales and help stop global climate change. However, some aren’t yet financially viable, and the ones they didn’t list are just as important.

EV battery prices have dropped 90%, giving Chinese carmakers an additional massive cost advantage on top of the labor cost and government investment advantages they already enjoy. Tariffs won’t protect existing car makers, who may mostly fail.

BYD cars in Australia are capturing audio, however as we continue to deploy AI tools, more and more of our Smartphones and other devices will be doing the same. Perhaps it is time to moderate our behavior because we are almost always on-stage.

A Cybertruck owner recently posted his truck for sale, sparking debate about the fair price for a used Cybertruck. Thankfully, several former Cybertruck owners chimed in, sharing exactly how much they sold their trucks. And the market is rough.

How high can the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek go? The smokin' hot Crosstrek just set another record. Is there a limit to the small SUV's success? I'll answer that question and more.

A Cybertruck owner says he was shocked to see how little damage his truck sustained following an accident. On the other hand, the vehicle that collided with the Cybertruck was left crumpled and nearly totaled.

Which is the best midsize car you can buy for under $30,000? Consumer Reports says it's the 2025 Subaru Legacy. See why it's the top performer now for new model shoppers.

A Cybertruck owner shares his abysmal Cybertruck ownership experience over the past seven months. He says that, on top of multiple failures, he wasn’t able to access the inside of his truck for three weeks when it got bricked for no apparent reason.

Which is the best small SUV you can buy for under $30,000? Consumer Reports says it's the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. See why it's the top performer now for new model shoppers.

How safe are Subaru vehicles? I will delve into another personal story of a Subaru model protecting the driver in a serious crash. This is Janet's story.

A Cybertruck owner says Tesla service technicians are unable to solve his truck's issues. The Tesla technicians added that the defect is widespread and that they are waiting for upper management to issue a Cybertruck recall and refresh.

Subaru Corporation has registered a new e-Outback trademark in Japan. Is there a new electric Outback in the works? Here is what it means for U.S. customers.

A pressing issue has emerged with the new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and Ascent models. These vehicles are reported to have dangerous mirror problems, with the mirrors moving and shaking while driving. This is a matter of immediate concern for all customers.

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares is correct in saying the Tariffs on Chinese cars are stetting the western auto industry up to failure given Chinese car makers now have a massive cost advantage. He recommends we, instead, we compete like China does.

While the recently announced $1B fund for improved EV infrastructure is a solid step forward much more will be needed to prevent the near certainty of China owning the 2030 EV market.

Hydrogen may have been a better path to mitigate climate change because, done right, it could have reduced or eliminated the obstacle that the petrochemical industry has become.