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News Opinion (Page 12)

News Opinion

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

By Dimitar Angelov on May 28, 2024 - 11:22AM
Despite Toyota, Mazda, and Subaru working on reducing carbon emissions, they still promise excitement from future models.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 28, 2024 - 11:13AM
There are more than ten customer-assigned Cybertrucks at the Loveland, Colorado, Tesla service center. However, the trucks couldn’t be handed over to customers because the service center was understaffed following recent employee firings.
By Bhavik Sreenath on May 27, 2024 - 11:16AM
The Porsche Macan bids farewell to Europe due to new cybersecurity regulations. Learn why Porsche is pulling the plug on the ICE Macan in the EU and what it means for other markets.
By Denis Flierl on May 27, 2024 - 6:08AM
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?
By Bhavik Sreenath on May 26, 2024 - 2:33AM
2024 Porsche Cayenne facelift vs. BMW X5 LCI: a head-to-head comparison of two luxury SUV titans. Which one takes the crown for performance, luxury, and value?
By John Goreham on May 23, 2024 - 7:44PM
VW says that its customers’ opinions have resulted in it holding off on introducing the ID.7 crossover. We believe VW, but we think there is more to the story. 
By John Goreham on May 23, 2024 - 4:58PM
We update our Michelin Defender2 tire test at the one-year mark. The news is all good.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 23, 2024 - 7:21AM
The 2026 Toyota Corolla is another chance for Toyota to add to the legend, and here's what we might get.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 23, 2024 - 7:10AM
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.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 22, 2024 - 3:02PM
The 2025 Corolla remains a solid pick with a nippy, but efficient engine, but Toyota may have missed the mark a bit.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 22, 2024 - 8:13AM
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.
By John Goreham on May 21, 2024 - 10:43AM
The most-anticipated new green vehicle of 2025 is the Honda Civic Hybrid. Here’s what’s ahead and why we see this hybrid-electric vehicle as so significant.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 21, 2024 - 3:37AM
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.
By Bhavik Sreenath on May 21, 2024 - 3:22AM
If you're a Porsche enthusiast who craves a hybrid 911 but can't wait until 2025, the Tedson Daydream offers a bespoke solution. This Croatian restomod combines the classic 911 experience with modern hybrid technology, delivering electrifying performance
By Tinsae Aregay on May 20, 2024 - 8:08AM
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.”
By Justin Hart on May 19, 2024 - 5:11PM
Kia has a lot of new vehicle development going on. One such vehicle is their first electric pickup truck. It seems to be a mid size, crew cab likely to compete with similar trucks from Toyota, Nissan, Chevy, Rivian and Ford.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 19, 2024 - 8:18AM
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.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 18, 2024 - 9:15AM
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.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 17, 2024 - 5:33AM
Toyota is bringing back old nameplates from its storied past, and it would make perfect sense if these iconic names make a comeback.
By John Goreham on May 16, 2024 - 8:09PM
If you are given a choice of vehicles at the rental corral, choosing the Mitsubishi Outlander can be a great idea because it has a special feature. 
By Tinsae Aregay on May 16, 2024 - 7:33AM
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.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 15, 2024 - 10:16AM
On paper, the Porsche 911 Hybrid may be better, but it doesn't matter.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 15, 2024 - 10:05AM
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.
By Bhavik Sreenath on May 15, 2024 - 9:08AM
Porsche's 992.2 911 Hybrid is set to revolutionize the sports car world. Combining a new 3.6-liter flat-six engine with an 80-90 horsepower electric motor, this hybrid powerhouse clocked a blistering 7:16.934 lap time at the Nürburgring.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 15, 2024 - 5:12AM
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.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 15, 2024 - 1:57AM
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.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 14, 2024 - 1:54PM
This 2023 Toyota Corolla posted on Reddit, takes wear and tear to new heights. Here's what we learned.
By Bhavik Sreenath on May 13, 2024 - 2:37AM
The Porsche 718 Spyder/GT4 and 911 GT3 are both track-ready, flat-six-powered thrill machines. But which one is right for you? We break down the key differences in performance, handling, and overall experience to help you decide between these 2 Porsches.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 10, 2024 - 6:48AM
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.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 10, 2024 - 4:44AM
Reddit discussions regarding the 2024 Lexus GX 550 are heated and opinions vary quite a bit.