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

By Dimitar Angelov on November 5, 2024 - 7:15AM
In case you needed more proof that Toyota is reviving the FJ Cruiser, here it is.
By Timothy Boyer on November 4, 2024 - 6:09PM
Should politics affect whether or not to buy a particular vehicle? Asks one car shopper on the fence about whether or not to buy a Cybertruck. This writer found the publics’ answers surprisingly refreshing.
By Tinsae Aregay on November 4, 2024 - 9:31AM
Following in GEICO’s footsteps, more insurance companies are dropping Cybertruck policies. One such individual who lost his Cybertruck coverage says his insurer cited the "high cost of replacing Cybertruck parts" as the main reason.
By Tinsae Aregay on November 2, 2024 - 10:41AM
The wait time to buy a Cybertruck has shrunk from months to weeks to days. It now takes Tesla less than 10 days to build and deliver a brand new $79,990 Cybertruck. This raises concerns that Tesla might soon run out of Cybertruck buyers.
By Dimitar Angelov on November 1, 2024 - 4:49AM
These trends are no longer common in the SUV segment, but Toyota among other carmakers, may be bringing them back.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 31, 2024 - 9:42AM
Tesla’s lead Cybertruck engineer, Wes Morrill, has clarified the Cybertruck tow hitch’s small 160 lb vertical load rating. Wes explains how the vertical load rating changes with distance and says, “The 11,000 lbs tow rating isn’t absolute.”
By Tinsae Aregay on October 31, 2024 - 7:38AM
A group of Cybertruck owners brainstorm ideas on how to make their trucks appear less politically polarizing. The fear is they will be singled out for politically motivated violence after the election results are out.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 30, 2024 - 10:19AM
Multiple Cybertruck owners report receiving negative comments from Toyota Prius drivers on the road. Looking at the issue a bit more, there appears to be a major divide taking place in the electric vehicle world.
By Dimitar Angelov on October 29, 2024 - 11:54AM
These used Toyota models are worth keeping an eye on if you want an versatile arsenal of versatile, fun, and reliable vehicles
By Tinsae Aregay on October 28, 2024 - 8:58AM
Tesla has adopted a new much more aggressive Cybertruck sales strategy as it tries to reach new buyers. Tesla is directly reaching out to people who have never shown interest towards the all-electric truck and is advertising a lower $74,490 price.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 26, 2024 - 9:40AM
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says there is a concerted effort to publicly shame people who drive the all-electric truck. He recounts several instances where people pointed and laughed at him while driving his Cybertruck.
By Rob Enderle on October 25, 2024 - 8:33PM
The CEO of Ford likes his Chinese Car more than any Ford, showcasing the critical need for companies like Ford to partner with companies like Lenovo to increase their speed of innovation before doing what Japan almost did.
By Rob Enderle on October 25, 2024 - 8:00PM
The International Scout died in the 1980s, but Volkswagen has brought it back, and the result could be a car that is as amazing as the original Scout with none of the downsides. And you can order one now.
By Rob Enderle on October 25, 2024 - 7:08PM
Waymo’s $5.6B additional investment speeds up the move away from car ownership dramatically.
By Rob Enderle on October 25, 2024 - 6:32PM
Stellantis is in trouble, but the announcement that it is partnering with Factorial for high-performance solid-state batteries suggests there may be a light at the end of its dark tunnel.
By Rob Enderle on October 25, 2024 - 4:55PM
Lotus showcases with the Theory 1, the most incredibly advanced supercar to have yet been created. While there is currently no plan to release this car, this car is so amazing, it deserves its chance in the sun.
By Dimitar Angelov on October 22, 2024 - 9:50AM
Apparently, the Prelude is not the only Honda coupe that's making a comeback. Here's everything I found out so far.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 21, 2024 - 5:08PM
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he was forced to get his truck towed after the center touchscreen suddenly stopped working. This wouldn’t be too much of an issue; however, the Cybertruck primarily relies on the screen for rear visibility and gear selection.
By Dimitar Angelov on October 21, 2024 - 10:16AM
Toyota has big plans for its latest powerhouse and here's everything you need to know about the company's 2.0-liter turbo-four engine
By Tinsae Aregay on October 21, 2024 - 8:47AM
After Tesla exhausted the 1 million Cybertruck reservation list with less than 30,000 individuals deciding to buy the truck, the EV maker has decided to increase the reservation price for the Cybertruck range extender battery pack fourfold.
By Dimitar Angelov on October 18, 2024 - 2:32PM
Virtually, the same car, but following different philosophies. Here's why choosing the right Nissan Z is not as simple as you think.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 18, 2024 - 8:58AM
Tesla has officially ended the Cybertruck reservation program in the US, as the EV maker exhausted the entire reservation list. Ultimately, only 2.5% of Cybertruck reservation holders went ahead and bought the truck.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 16, 2024 - 5:18PM
Tesla has shared a new headscratcher post that is making people wonder what’s going to happen. The post includes the numbers 7 and 17 and the date, October 18, 2024. Besides that, Tesla has not provided a lot of information.
By John Goreham on October 15, 2024 - 11:15AM
The Tesla Robotaxi looks cool but misses the mark as a taxi, autonomous or not. Here’s why.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 15, 2024 - 8:18AM
A Tesla Cybertruck owner shares he was shot at for simply driving a Cybertruck while he was at a Dairy Queen Drive-Thru. More surprisingly, several Cybertruck owners share their own gun-related violence for driving the all-electric truck.
By Timothy Boyer on October 13, 2024 - 11:32AM
Toyota has had a rough year, but does this mean its quality is headed downhill? This expert says the answer is both "yes" and "no." Plus, Toyota's biggest problem today is not necessarily Toyota’s fault…but its owners’ and fans’ fault.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 13, 2024 - 11:02AM
Several individuals, who reserved a Cybertruck as late as July 2024 were surprised to get an invitation from Tesla to take delivery of their $79,990 Cybertruck. Tesla has run through the entire 1 million Cybertruck reservation list in 9 days.
By Tinsae Aregay on October 11, 2024 - 6:27PM
Tesla’s VP of vehicle engineering, Lars Moravy, expresses his surprise regarding Elon Musk’s 2026 Robotaxi production timeline. Holding his head, Lars says, “Did Musk say 2026? I missed that. I’ll be right back.”
By Tinsae Aregay on October 10, 2024 - 10:21AM
The Cybertruck, with its first Tesla 4-wheel steering setup, appears to be experiencing a unique issue while operating on FSD. Owners report the Cybertruck’s rear wheels are getting curbed while making a turn.
By John Goreham on October 9, 2024 - 9:37AM
Both battery-electric and conventional vehicle owners think they have the best vehicle when the power is out, or an evacuation takes place. They are both wrong. Here’s why PHEVs are the best bug-out vehicles one can buy in 2025.