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News Opinion

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

By Justin Hart on March 9, 2024 - 4:56AM
This week, Rivian showcased its forthcoming, more affordable EVs the R2 and R3, along with a higher performance, off-road oriented version of the R3 called the R3X. These “adventure” vehicles excited many and put mainstream automakers on notice.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 7, 2024 - 11:42AM
Although the Cybertruck’s stainless steel exoskeleton looks beautiful, it is a fingerprint magnet and is a nightmare to keep clean. However, a Cybertruck owner has now designed and fitted his Cybertruck with a 3D-printed door dandle to solve this issue.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 7, 2024 - 10:27AM
The Cybertruck’s unique design is already a head-turner. However, yesterday, Elon Musk might have shared one of the most breathtaking Cybertruck pictures so far. Musk captioned this picture, writing, “Cybertruck on Hoth.”
By Tinsae Aregay on March 6, 2024 - 11:13AM
Although the Cybertruck is built on an 800-volt architecture, due to the limitations of Tesla’s V3 superchargers, it has been limited to charging at 400 volts and 250KW. However, the 1st 800-volt Cybertruck charging session shows the vehicle’s capability.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 6, 2024 - 5:09AM
The 2024 Toyota 4Runner is shaping up to be the last truly old-school Toyota 4x4.
By Justin Hart on March 6, 2024 - 3:57AM
I am a big fan of plug-in hybrids (PHEVs). They are critical to our effort to end dependence on fossil fuels for personal transportation. However, they’re a bridge to get us to the point when batteries can completely replace gasoline, not the end point.
By John Goreham on March 5, 2024 - 3:29PM
It’s time that the automotive media stops hyping future electric vehicles, future electric vehicle prices, and future EV deliveries before they actually happen. 
By Tinsae Aregay on March 5, 2024 - 7:42AM
An official Tesla service bulletin shows the EV maker is ready for the 1st physical retrofit and major Cybertruck upgrade. The upgrade will change the Cybertruck’s rear steering actuator, increasing rear wheel steering freedom from 3 to 10 degrees.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 4, 2024 - 7:30AM
Over the weekend, Tesla released the official Cybertruck Collision Repair Manual. Contained within, we can see the unexpectedly modular way the Cybertruck’s stainless steel exoskeleton is put together and how that makes the truck a breeze to repair.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 2, 2024 - 9:37AM
A Cybertruck owner has spent $30,000 only on aftermarket modifications on his brand-new Tesla Cybertruck. Now called the “Cybertron,” the Cybertruck’s even more futuristic cousin features several exciting upgrades.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 1, 2024 - 11:45AM
A new Cybertruck delivery video by two huge Tesla fans who have owned 17 Teslas over the years shows the EV maker has a ways to go when it comes to quality. Their Cybertruck was delivered with multiple issues that spoiled the new vehicle experience.
By John Goreham on February 29, 2024 - 12:34PM
Tesla’s Supercharger network went from free and exclusive to expensive and open to all. What was once a primary reason to choose Tesla over another EV brand has vanished.
By John Goreham on February 29, 2024 - 10:19AM
We’ve tested both the hybrid and standard versions of the Toyota Corolla Cross. Here is why you should buy the hybrid. 
By John Goreham on February 28, 2024 - 2:27PM
If you are a fan of the Buick line, you may soon notice that the dealers nearest you are closing. Here’s what is happening and why it is not just a single factor at play.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 27, 2024 - 12:26PM
In the first-ever comparison between the best American sports cars, the C8 Corvette Z06 and the Cybertruck, the full-sized pickup truck leaves the sports car in the dust. The Cybertruck is redefining what it means to be an American muscle car.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 26, 2024 - 1:18PM
Jay-Z and his wife Beyonce have taken delivery of a white interior Tesla Cybertruck and immediately wrapped it in black. Elon Musk has responded to this decision.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 26, 2024 - 8:45AM
A Tesla Cybertruck was able to stop criminals from stealing the contents inside the truck after the Cybertruck’s “armored glass” proved impenetrable to the car vandals. Unfortunately, the Cybertruck sustained damage to the windows and glass roof.
By Justin Hart on February 25, 2024 - 9:44PM
Even though it is mostly about misaligned expectations and not real declines in year over year sales, there is a bunch of noise in the media lately about electric vehicle (EV) sales tanking. That simply isn’t true, generally.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 25, 2024 - 2:52PM
A recent collision between a Cybertruck and a Ram pickup truck leaves the Cybertruck with minor, mostly cosmetic damage while the Ram gets its front end destroyed. The Cybertruck shows why having a stainless steel exoskeleton is essential.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 24, 2024 - 11:30AM
A new drone flyover of Tesla’s Texas factory shows the plant teaming with Cybertrucks. The record 140 Cybertrucks that were spotted suggests that Tesla has achieved a production run rate of 50,000 Cybertrucks per year.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 22, 2024 - 10:23PM
Cybertrucks in the secondary market are currently selling for as high as $300,000. However, the 1st used Cybertruck offered to CarMax for sale has poured cold water on Cybertruck prices. The truck loses 25% of its value in 3000 miles.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 21, 2024 - 7:17AM
A new video shows a Tesla Cybertruck traversing a small body of water in an extreme flooding test. During the test, the Cybertruck gets up to 30mph in Wade Mode; unfortunately, the challenging test resulted in several truck components breaking down.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 20, 2024 - 9:13AM
A lot has been said about the Cybertruck’s design; however, footage of a Cybertruck covered in over a foot of snow shows why the truck’s unconventional design makes it super easy to clean ice off the Cybertruck.
By Justin Hart on February 18, 2024 - 1:28PM
With more mainstream automakers slowing down EV production and instead working to increase hybrid production, one problem should be at the forefront of every mainstream car company’s minds: many customers simply do not understand hybrids.
By Justin Hart on February 17, 2024 - 2:38AM
Ford’s best selling electric vehicle (EV) right now is the Mustang Mach-E, yet Ford is struggling to move them. I interviewed a brand new Mach-E Owner who purchased one as her first ever EV. Her story may shed light on why Ford is struggling.
By John Goreham on February 15, 2024 - 5:00PM
Flashy six-figure cars and trucks get a lot of attention, but very quietly, two EV companies, like TOGG and Vinfast, are starting to emerge from the shadows.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 15, 2024 - 4:33PM
During the Cybertruck delivery event, Tesla showed the all-electric truck out racing a Porsche 911 while towing a Porsche 911. Recently, Tesla’s demonstration video has come into question, and now a new video independently recreates the drag race.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 13, 2024 - 6:54AM
Investing opposite what CNBC Mad Money host Jim Cramer recommends has become a trend. However, in recent times, ‘Inverse Cramer’ appears to no longer be a winning strategy as the CNBC host is predicting Tesla’s stock price with incredible accuracy.
By John Goreham on February 12, 2024 - 3:37PM
If you dislike being blinded by oncoming traffic at night, read on.
By John Goreham on February 12, 2024 - 1:46PM
We tested the Toyota bZ4X battery-electric vehicle and found a lot to like about Toyota’s third-generation EV crossover.