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A Tesla Cybertruck was recently posted for sale on Facebook Marketplace for only $50,000. The vehicle has a red wrap; however, what was more surprising was that it is the tri-motor version with the “88G Plutonium upgrade.”

One of my readers recently seized a unique opportunity and purchased a Subaru Solterra from Hertz at a deep discount. I'll delve into why the Solterra pricing is so attractive at Hertz and if you should consider doing the same thing.

How hot is the remodeled Subaru Crosstrek? The next-gen subcompact SUV leads all models in one critical area. Did Subaru hit a home run with the small SUV or a grand slam?  

China continues to lead the EV market, which, if allowed to continue unchallenged, will result in broad changes to Tech dominance and an increased risk of China-sourced conflicts in the future, resulting in failures.

Tesla is conducting a secret recall to replace the high-voltage battery pack for Cybertrucks produced around February of this year. Tesla told one customer the issue has to do with dented cells that can cause a battery short and “core collapse.”

Cybertruck rental rates have fallen precipitously over the past few months, from $1000/day at the start of the year to as low as $134/day now. After Turo takes its cut, Cybertruck owners are only making $92/day renting out their trucks.

Do you remember the Subaru WRX STI Type RA? It's time for Subaru to build an all-new WRX Type RA for performance enthusiasts. Let's wake up the WRX. 

Which small cars and subcompact SUVs have the roomiest interiors? You'll be surprised at the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza. There's only one model with more cabin room. Here are the nine roomiest models you can buy now. 

Which are the best new SUVs for parents? If you need to fit car seats, Kelley Blue Book ranked the ten best SUVs, and the 2025 Subaru Outback beats them all. Here is the latest car seat information parents need to know. 

Which are the most reliable and fuel-efficient compact SUVs for new model shoppers this fall? Consumer Reports has thirteen new recommended models. Ten are new hybrid models. See who wins the battle, the Subaru Crosstrek or the Hybrids. 

Our knowledge on how to make batteries better continues to improve and the result is that we are finding that EV batteries can and do last longer than we thought if treated well.

A Cybertruck owner says that his elderly neighbor had to be airlifted to a hospital after his truck startled her horse. She fell down and broke eight ribs. The Cybertruck also seems to startle and confuse other animals even more than gas vehicles.

Here are six easy but essential ways to prepare your Subaru all-wheel-drive vehicle for winter. Prepare your vehicle this fall before cold and severe weather driving hits you unexpectedly. 

Toyota, a brand known for its reliability, has a few surprises in its lineup. Two of its top-selling models, which you might not expect, are among the least dependable. Discover these unexpected findings here. 

A new video posted on X and TikTok shows firefighters attempting to break the Cybertruck’s windows. However, despite wielding heavy axes, it takes three blows to see the first crack and over 12 blows to break the window completely.

Times are changing for the Subaru Forester, Outback, and Crosstrek. It's great for customers and not so good for Subaru of America. Check out what's going on at retailers now.

A Cybertruck owner, Addam, says that his truck’s windshield shattered into pieces as he was washing it using a microfiber cloth. He adds that he was drying his glass from the inside when it spidered and shattered.

Should you buy a minivan? There are better alternatives if you need it for more than a commuter vehicle for hauling the kids to school and sports practice. Check out ten SUVs and two Subaru models that are top picks for the most active families.

What happens when a 2014 Subaru Crosstrek slides off the road, flips three times, and hits a tree? Did the driver sustain life-threatening injuries? She should have but walked away instead. Here is Kenzi's incredible survival story. 

Is the most popular SUV the best? Not necessarily, says U.S. News. The Subaru Forester isn't the top-selling SUV but is in the top ten, so I'll explain why it may be the best SUV. 

Tesla's recent price cuts for the full-self-driving software have angered current owners who have paid more than three times for the option. Tesla has lowered the FSD price to as low as $4,500 on some variants.

Which new midsize 3-Row SUVs are the best? If you want fuel-efficient and reliable, here are the thirteen best picks by Consumer Reports and why the Subaru Ascent does it all. I'll explain what it does for active families.

The combination of Smart Tires and Airless tires will be a game changer for both the track and the road making car safer and spare tires a thing of the past.

Norway's early move isn't without problems, but we can learn from them, resulting in far more successful subsequent efforts.

With GM now beginning their conversion to the NACS Tesla plug standard there are things you need to know, one of them being, it may be unsafe to use a Tesla supercharger with a non-Tesla car.

A Tesla Cybertruck using a 600KW fast charger has set a new record, achieving a peak charging rate of 405KW. This translates to recouping 1,030 miles/hr; however, the charging curve still needs improvements.

Does Subaru have the most reliable and affordable models? A new report from Consumer Reports says the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and 2024 Subaru Impreza are the most reliable picks for new model shoppers that won’t break your budget. Here are the best pics.

I don't know why it happened, but it did. Consumer Reports dropped all Subaru's models from its latest updated safest cars list. Should customers be worried? I have more Subaru safety information for customers.

GM and EVgo are collaborating to create gas-station like charging stations that should appeal to both existing electric car owners and potential owners considering switching from gas cars. If this becomes the new standard, sales should improve a lot.

Electric car sales reporting for July indicates that the market is strong, but the difference between car makers is significant highlighting that marketing and incentives are having a major impact on the growth of the total market and individual brands.