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News Opinion (Page 14)

News Opinion

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

By Rob Enderle on
The Geotab study revealing EV batteries can last 20 years with minimal degradation, outliving gas cars, is a game-changer that necessitates modular car designs and updated battery standards to allow for vehicle updates over replacement, especially for EVs
By Rob Enderle on
The Mercedes-AMG GT XX prototype is a visionary electric "Halo" car designed to redefine the brand's future, combining over 1,341 horsepower, revolutionary fast-charging, and a stunningly futuristic interior to make a bold statement in the EV world.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck buyer says he’s reconsidering his purchase after visiting a local Tesla delivery center. The parking lot is filled with unsold, dirty, & rusty Cybertrucks that appear to have been sitting there for months.
By Dimitar Angelov on
A recent post by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, suggests there is a "fix" for one of the most hated systems featured in modern cars, but it may take some years.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has agreed with a Cybertruck owner who argued that the reason the all-electric truck isn’t selling is because “the tasteless hordes and their MSM-addled brains aren’t equipped to recognize the Cybertruck’s brilliance.”
By Dimitar Angelov on
Subaru's controversial decision to stick with the CVT may limit the brand's flexibility in a competitive market, but there are a few logical reasons behind it.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he was recently deported to Mexico after the US government denied his asylum status. He left his truck in the US, hoping his friends would rent it out on Turo, but claims he isn’t making enough to cover the loan payments.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Can a jerky CVT be a cause for a $12,000 repair when the dealership doesn't mention trnasmission replacement? This Subaru owner has a peculiar situation.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says he won't buy another Cybertruck after Tesla bought back his truck following 15 service visits. He adds that he might consider getting another Tesla, but he will not get a Cybertruck.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A video captures the first near-miss involving a Tesla Robotaxi operating in public. A Tesla safety monitor steps in just in time to prevent a collision with a UPS truck. Tesla fans blame the UPS driver, while others say the Robotaxi is at fault.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The weak demand for Dodge's electric Muscle car means dealerships are practically handing these out.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk dismissed the controversy over the special button, or kill switch, that Tesla supposedly installed on every Model Y used as a Robotaxi. Tesla safety observers were seen with their fingers constantly hovering over a button.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner shares he’s in a dilemma. Usually, he doesn’t drive his truck when it’s raining, but today his wife needs to go to the doctor’s and wants to take the truck. He is struggling to tell her not to drive the Cybertruck because of the rain.
By Tinsae Aregay on
More than 10 Cybertruck owners report that their trucks engage full regenerative braking when they activate FSD on the highway and release the accelerator pedal. Cybertruck owners with multiple Teslas confirm this issue is exclusive to the Cybertruck.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Multiple Cybertruck owners have reported door malfunctions after water entered the door panels during a window tinting process. The water has damaged the doors' electronics, causing them to open spontaneously.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has expressed concern that Tesla critics might intentionally tamper with the Robotaxis, which are currently offering paid public rides, to cause accidents and harm Tesla’s reputation.
By Dimitar Angelov on
This humble and underpowered Honda Insight is still chugging along with almost a million miles on the odometer, and it's not slowing down.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reported that her vehicle experienced multiple system failures, rendering it undrivable. However, after reporting the issues to the Tesla service department, the Cybertruck owner ended up praising the EV maker.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Honda NSX will be the first of many classic models to benefit from extended parts production, but as other Japanese carmakers do the same, this could trend disrupt the modern-day automotive industry.
By Rob Enderle on
The KG Motors Mibot represents more than just a new electric car; it signifies a potential paradigm shift towards prioritizing low-cost, single-passenger sheltered transportation in urban environments.
By Rob Enderle on
Gotion High-Tech's revolutionary solid-state battery, boasting a 7-minute full charge and 800,000 km lifespan with enhanced safety, is poised to redefine EV technology and could propel China years ahead in the global electric mobility race.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The latest rumors paint a Subaru Brat as an electric twin to the soon-to-return Toyota Stout light pickup truck.
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase 2023 Ford Bronco Sport owner M.A., who counted his blessings after a huge hole took out his tire. Is this a good reminder that spare tires serve a useful purpose?
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reports that a faulty firmware update has prevented his truck from shutting down properly for three months. He discovered this issue after leaving his truck at the airport, where it lost 160 miles of range in just a few days.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reports that he pulled into a parking spot and a man started banging on his window, shouting that the truck was on fire. He stepped out immediately and saw smoke pouring from the wheel wells, and the brake was on fire.
By Dimitar Angelov on
All signs hint at a well-known problem of the 10th-generation Toyota Camry, but there might be a bit more to this owner's issue.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that while transporting a calf in his cabin, the animal was able to use its nose to manipulate the touchscreen climate controls and direct the HVAC vents toward itself.
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla's imminent Robotaxi launch is poised to render personal car ownership obsolete by offering a cost-effective, on-demand autonomous mobility solution that negates the expense and idleness of private vehicles, fundamentally reshaping transportation.
By Rob Enderle on
Fiat's partnership with Ample for the 500e's battery swap could revolutionize EV recharging, making it faster and more convenient for affordable urban vehicles by overcoming past hesitations and concerns about battery degradation.
By Rob Enderle on
The ideal EV would blend the Lucid Air Sapphire's unparalleled performance and range with the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance's accessible price, attractive design, and robust dealer support.