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News Opinion (Page 15)

News Opinion

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

By Dimitar Angelov on
Fans of Japanese sports cars are eagerly awaiting the rebirth of the Toyota Celica and exciting new bits of information just arrived from Japan.
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases Tesla owner N.P., who reports that he has had an apparent brake failure while driving a new Model Y. Let’s look with some skepticism into this issue and see if it's a real failure and if it is a “known fault.”
By Dimitar Angelov on
One Hond CR-V owner speaks of a recurring issue with his SUV's odometer readouts, but can it be due to negligence?
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases Hyundai Ioniq 5 owner S.C., who is dismayed to discover that Tesla superchargers have cords that make it almost impossible to charge the car. Here's what fellow owners say about how to adapt to and overcome this challenge.
By Dimitar Angelov on
There is an easy fix to a well-known Hyundai issue that has been plaguing owners for years.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Despite being one of the most popular American SUVs, one Ford Explorer owner regrets his vehicle choice after previously driving Toyota and Lexus.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk says he doesn’t understand why there is still hostility towards the Tesla Cybertruck, especially considering his falling out with President Donald Trump. Musk remarked, “What are they even mad about at this point?”
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Model Y buyer claims that Tesla attempted to sell him a vehicle riddled with problems. Making matters worse, Tesla employees downplayed the defects, saying, “At Tesla, we’re more concerned about technology rather than build quality.”
By Aram Krajekian on
Not every Ford Explorer is law enforcement, but this news crew found out that doesn’t always matter. Here’s further insight into the current situation in California, and what it says about how vehicles are being perceived.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner voices his concerns after his truck ran over a chicken on the road. He states that the truck, operating under Tesla’s full self-driving network, did not even register that an accident had occurred.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner claims that driving the truck has placed a significant burden on his family. He describes the personal attacks and negative treatment his little children endure, noting that they have started to experience bullying at school.
By Rob Enderle on
The BYD Seagull's $8,000 price tag makes it a game-changer for last-mile delivery and personal ownership in an autonomous future, highlighting BYD's aggressive pricing that challenges Western automakers who have little time to respond.
By Rob Enderle on
The 2025 Genesis G90 in Black is emerging as a strong contender to the Mercedes-Benz Model S, offering comparable luxury and features at a better price, signifying Genesis's growth as a brand rival and challenging Mercedes to adapt.
By Rob Enderle on
The electric Mercedes G-Wagon struggled in sales because Mercedes misjudged its target audience, failing to effectively market its unique EV advantages to traditional G-Wagon buyers while simultaneously neglecting to attract tech-forward EV enthusiasts.
By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases a Hyundai Ioniq 5 battery-electric vehicle owner who was quoted a shocking amount for service at less than 30,000 miles. We’d say this was a one-off event, but we’ve seen this behavior many times at other brands' dealers before.
By John Goreham on
Ford’s “You pay what we pay” program has been extended through the end of June. After that, auto prices are looking pretty grim.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner states that his truck has been unresponsive since December 2024. He adds that the issues began after a software update, and now, six months later, his truck is still bricked.
By John Goreham on
Slate is hoping to someday build a low-cost, bare-bones pickup truck with a green powertrain. We’ve looked at the expected costs and found the currently available Ford Maverick pickup to match that cost, and it offers an experience very close to an EV rig
By Aram Krajekian on
Some Tesla owners aren’t staying silent anymore, and one bold sticker I spotted at a red light shows just how far the frustration with Elon Musk has gone. Here’s why it sums up the growing divide in the Tesla community.
By John Goreham on
Tesla is seeking the pinnacle of driving automation, and it’s a noble goal. But shouldn’t a car company with such advanced technology be able to simply prevent curb rash and curb strikes?
By Tinsae Aregay on
Several Cybertruck owners have shared the strategies they used to persuade their wives to let them buy a Cybertruck. Surprisingly, some female Cybertruck owners have also revealed how they convinced their husbands.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner claims he must hide all the problems with his truck from his coworkers, who are skeptical about electric vehicles. During his latest service visit, Tesla damaged his truck for the second time while trying to fix it.
By Rob Enderle on
GM Steals the Crown: How Chevrolet Equinox EV, Silverado EV, and Cadillac OPTIQ Fueled a 252% Surge, Propelling GM Past Tesla in Canadian EV Sales as Incentives Vanish and Elon Musk's Persona Impacts Brand Appeal.
By Rob Enderle on
Toyota's partnership with BYD on the China-exclusive bZ5 electric crossover demonstrates Toyota's strategic effort to understand BYD's cost-effective EV production, offering a competitively priced vehicle that could potentially succeed in the US.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck buyer says that Tesla sent her vehicle for service prior to delivery. She adds that her Tesla advisor was unsure why her delivery was delayed but later found out that Tesla needed to replace some clips on the truck with bolts and screws.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Model Y owner from Canada is concerned after his all-electric crossover lost 3% of its battery capacity in just 7,500 miles. He notes that his previous Teslas had lost only 1.4% of their battery capacity over a nine-year period.
By John Goreham on
We reached out to the folk most likely to buy a new generation 2026 Toyota RAV4 and asked how important a spare tire was to them. Nearly two-thirds say they would reconsider the purchase if Toyota ditches the spare tire.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Elon Musk has responded to calls that he should dedicate a minimum of 40 hours per week to Tesla. Musk expressed his frustration, stating that Tesla hasn’t paid him anything for his work over the past seven years.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Sometimes, what seems like a scary issue that may cost you an arm and a leg at the dealership, turns out to be an easy fix, as this Hyundai owner found out.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that his vehicle became completely unresponsive shortly after a high-pressure rinse at the car wash. Tesla Support replied, stating he’s to blame because he didn’t activate “Car Wash Mode" before washing the Cybertruck.