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I have talked to many Subaru owners, and there is a common theme among Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback owners. They wish their cars had two features. Can you guess what they are?

Three new battery electric Subaru SUVs are coming, but what new features will they have? Check out six unique technology advances. Will you want all of them?

I wrote earlier that a perfect storm is gathering over Subaru. Now, a seismic shift has occurred. Customers need to ask themselves this now: Is it best for the customer or best for Subaru?

Which are the best new cars of 2024? Autotrader released its annual ranking, and there are a few surprises. One is the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek, which they say will shock you. Is it all that's advertised? 

The 2026 Toyota Corolla is another chance for Toyota to add to the legend, and here's what we might get.

A Tesla owner recently experienced an issue with his safety restraint system. In any other car, you have to take it to a shop and spend $120 to perform an OBD reading; however, Tesla diagnoses itself & automatically schedules a service appointment.

The 2025 Corolla remains a solid pick with a nippy, but efficient engine, but Toyota may have missed the mark a bit.

Which are the SUVs with the most deal-breaking flaws? Consumer Reports has identified the SUVs to avoid. Check out the complete list here before you make a costly mistake.

The new Tesla owner has significantly cut his monthly car payments by switching from a Lexus RX 350 to a Tesla Model Y. The savings were further amplified by gas savings and when he switched from Allstate to Tesla Insurance.

If you value a car with a quiet cabin, which is the best subcompact SUV you can buy? An updated ranking from Consumer Reports says it's the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. Why is it the best, and which model should you steer clear of?

The Tesla Cybertruck production ramp appears to be going far more smoothly than anyone anticipated. Since the end of April, Tesla has increased Cybertruck production by 50%, reaching an annual run rate of 75,000 Cybertrucks per year.

Which are the most reliable and fuel-efficient new compact SUVs? Check the 13 top models and why the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is now second-best according to an updated Consumer Reports ranking.

Elon Musk has finally revealed some details regarding the Giga Texas expansion project, which has been shrouded in mystery. Musk says, “The rear portion of the factory extension will be a super dense, water-cooled supercomputer cluster.”

A video shows the first Tesla Cybertruck caught on fire, allegedly following an off-roading accident that damaged the battery pack. Smoke can clearly be seen coming out of the Cybertruck; however, people are questioning the legitimacy of the fire.

After a tornado destroyed the electrical grid in Houston, Texas, an unlikely hero—a Tesla Cybertruck—emerged to help gas cars during the power outage. A Cybertruck was seen powering gas pumps, allowing ICE vehicles to fill up.

Toyota is bringing back old nameplates from its storied past, and it would make perfect sense if these iconic names make a comeback.

Tesla’s largest retail investor, Leo KoGuan, who owns 27.8 million TSLA shares worth $4.8 billion, has shared proof that he voted against reinstating Elon Musk’s $56 billion compensation package. This has caused uncertainty about Musk’s future at Tesla.

People in the Porsche 911 community have varying opinions about the new, hybrid Porsche 911.

A seismic shift is underway in the global electric vehicle (EV) market. Chinese automaker BYD's affordable and innovative Seagull EV has sent shockwaves through the industry, leaving American manufacturers and politicians reeling.

On paper, the Porsche 911 Hybrid may be better, but it doesn't matter.

Images taken near Tesla’s engineering headquarters in Palo Alto, California, show Tesla testing the Robotaxi disguised as a Model 3. The new vehicle does not have side-view mirrors and features novel camera placements, including behind a side window.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the next FSD major upgrade, which will be released in the next few days, will improve the miles driven without intervention by 5 to 10 times. Musk added that Cybertruck will get an even better FSD software in June.

ExxonMobil and Toyota are partnering up to introduce a greener fuel that would reduce CO2 emissions without any downsides. What does that mean for Toyota's other alternative fuel efforts?

A U.S. Army Veteran, EV/Tech YouTuber, and Tesla Cybertruck and Model Y owner shares his nightmare Cybertruck experience. His Cybertruck left him stranded on four different occasions and has spent two months at Tesla service without a resolution.

This 2023 Toyota Corolla posted on Reddit, takes wear and tear to new heights. Here's what we learned.

Toyota Celica is making a comeback as the GR Celica, and it's much better than we were initially led to believe.

Toyota's GR Yaris engine will be seen in many future Toyota and Lexus models, and it's good to know there is a way to make it sound and perform much better.

Reddit discussions regarding the 2024 Lexus GX 550 are heated and opinions vary quite a bit.

Be careful when closing your Cybertruck door! I parked on an incline and exited the truck. As I closed the door, I clipped the very corner against my leg. When I got home, my wife said I needed stitches, so I did. I still love the truck.

We know Toyota's little, turbo-three engine can dish out some serious horsepower while staying healthy, so what happened to this GR Yaris while performing a track session?