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News Opinion

Opinion on auto industry news. Opinion on cars and new vehicles.

By John Goreham on April 8, 2024 - 1:49PM
Mazda’s 2024 CX-50 is a big hit. We found three things we liked about the CX-50 and identified two areas in need of improvement.
By Bhavik Sreenath on April 8, 2024 - 10:48AM
Forget Cybertrucks – this Chinese SUV does tank turns, floats on water, and has Tesla sweating.
By Bhavik Sreenath on April 6, 2024 - 11:48AM
Jaguar I-Pace runaway incident fuels fears about EV safety and reliability. Are we rushing electrification at the cost of our safety?
By Tinsae Aregay on April 4, 2024 - 11:03AM
Tesla recently posted quarterly numbers showing a 20% decline in deliveries. This has once again raised concern by Tesla investors that Musk’s increasingly political and polarizing views are hurting Tesla. Musk has harshly responded to these suggestions.
By Justin Hart on April 3, 2024 - 2:18PM
What body style is that, you ask? Why none other than the venerable wagon, or “estate” as they say in the UK. Which 2025 Kia model will be available as a wagon? That would be the brand new Kia K4, which replaces the outgoing Forte sedan.
By John Goreham on April 3, 2024 - 1:07PM
How many Cybertrucks has Tesla sold? In its latest bad excuse for delivery reporting, Tesla doesn’t even reveal how (low) its Cybertruck deliveries are.
By John Goreham on April 3, 2024 - 9:26AM
Toyota’s U.S. market delivery results are in and the big news is that hybrids are massively popular with consumers.
By John Goreham on April 2, 2024 - 4:06PM
As with so many issues and choices, America seems intent on dividing itself and engaging in active othering when it comes to electric vehicles. Here are two terms to know.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 2, 2024 - 12:53PM
A heated discussion on Reddit regarding Toyota RAV4 maintenance cost and dealership frivolity begs the question of how much you should pay for a 60,000-mile or six-year service.
By John Goreham on April 2, 2024 - 9:59AM
Discounts on new Tesla vehicles began years ago, but the ones we are seeing right now seem a bit extreme. Here's what we think it all means.
By Timothy Boyer on April 1, 2024 - 11:05AM
An automotive oil lubrication expert takes a look at whether his daughter’s 2023 Toyota Corolla engine had been properly broken in before it was sold to her.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 1, 2024 - 10:37AM
Toyota Camry continues to dominate the sedan market, but these slightly used Japanese and Korean models provide great alternatives if you don't want to go for a brand-new car.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 30, 2024 - 2:06PM
A few weeks back, MKBHD sold his Tesla Model S Plaid & replaced it with a Porsche 911. Today, as MKBHD releases his effusive Cybertruck 2000-mile review video, Tesla’s Lead Cybertruck engineer asks whether he regrets moving from a Tesla to a Porsche 911.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 29, 2024 - 3:12PM
Tesla detractors criticize the Cybertruck as a “vehicle for soccer moms” and claim that the Cybertruck is not a real truck. However, Tesla appears to have jumped on the bandwagon and embraced the Cybertruck as the “perfect mom vehicle.”
By Dimitar Angelov on March 29, 2024 - 12:31PM
Toyota is still a solid performer in North America, but Chinese automakers are casting a shadow in certain markets. Will this happen in North America too?
By Tinsae Aregay on March 28, 2024 - 2:40PM
A Tesla Cybertruck has demonstrated the true strength of the truck’s 30X cold-rolled stainless steel exoskeleton in an unfortunate crash with a Nissan Sentra. The Cybertruck sustained barely a dent, whereas the Nissan was completely destroyed.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 27, 2024 - 12:24PM
Toyota RAV4 is an over-achiever, but the Highlander and Grand Highlander make a very strong case regarding value for money.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 26, 2024 - 5:11PM
Toyota Mirai came a bit too early for its own good, but this will change soon.
By John Goreham on March 26, 2024 - 4:18PM
Are you looking for a large sedan that can double as a limo? If so, the Lexus LS 500 may be right up your alley.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 26, 2024 - 10:50AM
Check your inbox if you are a Tesla investor with over $86,000 in Tesla shares. Tesla has sent a communication asking for further documentation proving shareholder status. The program allows you to skip the line and take early delivery of your Cybertruck.
By Timothy Boyer on March 23, 2024 - 9:39AM
Looking to buy a used GM car? Here is one easy red flag you should never overlook that can tell you a lot about this GM model’s condition and a simple test to confirm your worst suspicion.
By Justin Hart on March 22, 2024 - 2:11PM
The other day my neighbor tells me he is thinking about replacing his 2 gas powered vehicles with one electric vehicle (EV). But there’s a catch: he works from home, rarely drives long distances, and isn’t that sure about what the future holds, per se.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 22, 2024 - 12:57PM
A massive leak reveals that Tesla has quietly included wireless charging capability in the Cybertrucks currently being delivered to customers. The feature was confirmed jointly through a teardown and the Cybertruck Service Manual.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 22, 2024 - 8:24AM
A drone flight over Giga, Texas, shows a record 370 Cybertrucks parked at the facility. In response to the sea of stainless trucks photographed at the Texas facility, Elon Musk has given an update regarding the Cybertruck production ramp.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 22, 2024 - 5:07AM
Forget the Mk4 Toyota Supra. This is the 2JZ-powered four-door Japanese sedan that's way more affordable.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 21, 2024 - 10:40PM
The moment Tesla unveiled the Cybertruck, people rushed to get in line to be the first ones to receive the all-electric truck. However, Tesla has now created an option where select individuals can skip the line and receive their Cybertruck in less time.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 21, 2024 - 9:30AM
Complete redesign, better quality, and more hybrid powertrains seem to be the focal points of the next-generation Toyota RAV4.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 21, 2024 - 3:49AM
A Tesla accessory shop has completely reupholstered the Cybertruck’s vegan black seats and black-and-white interior with real Bordeaux leather seats, a red dashboard, and red leather door trims. What Cybertreuck interior color would you like to see next?
By Dimitar Angelov on March 20, 2024 - 5:09PM
Despite a few shortcomings in earlier models, the fifth-generation RAV4 continues to be a shining example of Toyota's dependability.
By John Goreham on March 19, 2024 - 4:50PM
We tried out the 2024 Dodge Hornet (without the plug-in option) and found that it is a true Dodge.