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Volkswagen's partnership with Irvine-based Rivian and San Diego-based Qualcomm is building a new software-defined vehicle architecture where powerful central computers control everything from infotainment to driver assistance.
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As car software becomes more complex than a spacecraft's, J.D. Power reveals that your car’s Wi-Fi connection might be more important for your happiness than its actual horsepower.
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Scout Motors is an exciting new entrant to the green vehicle space. Targeting off-road enthusiasts, Scout Motors will pair a gas engine with its EV platform. One Scout reservation holder told us what excites him about the gas-engine-equipped version.
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I may not be an auto executive at VW, but I sense a missed opportunity unfolding now and then. VW and Scout Motors have internal shopper data proving beyond a doubt that shoppers want gas motors in upcoming Scout vehicles. Why not scratch that itch?
By Dimitar Angelov on
Even carmakers that are typically known for reliability are ranking high on this list
By Chris Johnston on
the VW ID Buzz problem isn’t about lack of nostalgia, it’s the stuff buyers won’t ignore and what VW needs to fix to be successful in 2027.
By John Goreham on
The ID. Buzz battery-electric minivan is the latest EV to be canceled.
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Converting classic cars like the VW Super Beetle to electric is easier than ever, just not simple.
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We break down which brands have seen the biggest drops in average transaction price since President Trump took office, and also list the brands that have seen the steepest increases. We were surprised by the top model on each list.
By Noah Washington on
The battle for the three-row SUV crown is heating up, and one former Hyundai loyalist has defected. This story exposes the alarming reason why reliability is the ultimate deal-breaker.
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An ID. Buzz owner dropped off their vehicle for a simple update and is now on day three without their keys. Discover the stunning reason for the massive delay.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport owner reports a disturbing failure while going 65 mph. His SUV started making a strange noise, eventually died, and after being towed to the dealer, he found out the rear axle was not even bolted to the differential.
By Rob Enderle on
Subscription pricing for performance as VW is trying in the UK on the ID.3 has create a lot of unneeded negative controversy for the VW brand which doesn’t need it at the moment.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here's what this upset car owner did to ensure she would win her case against a garage that botched her car repair so badly that they could not put it back together.
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The Volkswagen ID.3's minimal battery degradation after 107,000 miles, combined with the inherent mechanical simplicity and reduced maintenance of EVs, strongly suggests that electric cars are likely to last longer than gasoline vehicles.
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Volkswagen's transformation of the ID. Buzz into an autonomous taxi spearheads a shift away from personal car ownership, driven by lower costs and accelerating the trend of younger generations forgoing driver's licenses in favor of on-demand mobility.
By Timothy Boyer on
Do you want to know just how much cargo room space today's SUVs carry during vehicle comparison shopping? Here's an update to the practical storage numbers car shoppers need to know in 10 SUV and Minivan models.
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Volkswagen Atlas have transmission issues that customers should be aware of? Yes, and here is one customer's amazing story. She purchased a 2025 Atlas SUV, and now, after two days and only 29 miles, the transmission needs to be replaced. 
By Chris Johnston on
VW sold under 2,000 ID Buzz Units in the U.S. in Q1 compared to over 20,000 Kia EV9s and 6,000 Tesla Cybertrucks sold in the same timeframe. The VW/Rivian partnership makes sense.
By Timothy Boyer on
If you are considering buying a car from CarMax, you need to hear this story from Zach — an ASE-certified master automotive mechanic and former CarMax employee with insider secrets to share.
By Dimitar Angelov on
If you thought SUVs are safer just because they are taller, this extreme crash test shows some very interesting results, with the best performers being the most surprising.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is some excellent advice on understanding why any high-priced repair estimate must have a second or third opinion before committing to an expensive repair that could be fraudulent.
By Noah Washington on
A Volkswagen driver claims the automaker’s high-tech cruise control isn't just annoying, it’s downright dangerous. After his car violently slammed on the brakes at highway speeds because it misread a sign meant for another road.
By John Goreham on
Many EV owners, including Tesla owners, are struggling with very rapid tire wear, even those who drive sedately and don’t own Performance trims. Here is what owners who solved the dilemma recommend doing.
By Rob Enderle on
Western Automakers have dropped behind their Chinese counterparts by around a decade and China continues to advance, if this trend isn’t reversed most Western car makers are likely to fail by 2030 simply because of their management style and structure.
By Noah Washington on
Parking my Rivian R1S next to the new VW ID. Buzz revealed a stark contrast in size, but ultimately, range and price cemented my preference for the Rivian.
By Noah Washington on
The four-year wait is over, and my ID. Buzz has arrived, surpassing all expectations. It’s a vehicle that resonates deeply, not only with me but with anyone who sees it.
By Noah Washington on
I love my ID. Buzz, but the navigation failed me in multiple ways, let me explain.
By Noah Washington on
The Volkswagen ID.Buzz contains a critical design flaw that's causing widespread problems for owners, it left me stranded.
By John Goreham on
The potential cost of ownership advantage of battery-electric vehicles is spoiled entirely by a terrible depreciation rate. The value of BEVs drops like a stone compared to other types of vehicles, and the reasons are many. Here’s why EVs are a bad buy.