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News Opinion (Page 16)

News Opinion

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

By John Goreham on
Our title paraphrases a post at the Tesla Cybertruck Facebook Page. Let’s explore the seeming silliness of folks with lousy cars criticizing the Cybertruck.
By John Goreham on
A new post in a popular Hyundai Ioniq 5 group asks a very good question. Which tires are the best for year-round use if the owner of a battery-electric vehicle wishes to preserve the vehicle’s initial efficiency and have a smooth ride? We break down the b
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck buyer was excited when Tesla offered him an $8,000 discount on a brand-new truck. However, he’s now concerned after Tesla informed him that the truck cannot be delivered without first performing safety repairs.
By John Goreham on
We found a crazy discount on a new, never-driven Cybertruck on Tesla’s official website for excess inventory. Here’s the price.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner reports that he was recently rear-ended while driving on the highway with his wife present. However, he notes that neither he nor his wife felt the impact. Now, seeing how sturdy the vehicle is, his wife wants her own Cybertruck.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Much thought and effort has gone into turning this humble Japanese Honda Civic hatchback into the ultimate hypermile build.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner transitioned from an FSD believer to a skeptic after a drive meant to showcase how awesome FSD is ended up in a crash. The Cybertruck owner now doubts if Tesla is ready to launch unsupervised FSD in a few days.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner claims that Tesla Service may have misplaced his vehicle and unintentionally performed the scheduled door replacement for his truck on another Cybertruck. He asks Tesla, “Are you sure we’re in the right truck?”
By Rob Enderle on
The conceptual Fiat TRIS, a small and affordable electric vehicle, offers an innovative solution for last-mile delivery in dense urban areas and presents a potential steppingstone towards integrated drone delivery networks.
By Rob Enderle on
BYD, leveraging its cost advantages and strong Chinese market presence, has overtaken Tesla in global EV sales, necessitating BYD's continued focus on affordability and international expansion, while Tesla needs to diversify its lineup and reduce costs.
By Rob Enderle on
Google's integration of its advanced Gemini AI into Volvo cars promises a revolutionary, conversational in-car experience with enhanced entertainment, safety features, and the potential to elevate Volvo's tech-forward appeal, positioning it well.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Several Tesla Cybertruck owners in Texas are reporting a "quirk" where their trucks in FSD drive into oncoming traffic while making a left turn. This comes less than two weeks before Tesla launches unsupervised FSD in Austin, Texas.
By John Goreham on
Our title is taken from a post by a Democrat party political action committee in Philadelphia that has just destroyed a Tesla vehicle in protest. Its founder, Jack Inacker, invites you to ask questions about its destructive protest of Tesla and Elon Musk.
By John Goreham on
The Senate Majority from Massachusetts has proposed a new law that would limit the personal driving miles of her constituents
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reports that falling tree sap has seriously damaged the stainless steel on his truck. He added that he contacted Tesla, and the company responded, saying that if not immediately cleaned, tree resin could damage a Cybertruck.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Thanks to stricter emissions regulations and updated cyber security, extracting extra performance from the upcoming “NE” Mazda MX-5 will be more difficult. Reddit users are discussing interesting solutions to a future problem.
By John Goreham on
The Toyota RAV4, coming this fall, enters a new generation for its 2026 model year. Every RAV4 for 2026 has two or more electric motors. The question we ask of readers is, should the RAV4 be called an “EV,” or not?
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase Pan Luo, owner of Pan Pro Pest Services in Metro West Boston. Pan switched from a gas-powered minivan to a new 2025 Model Y from Tesla and has found that it is improving his business in numerous ways.
By John Goreham on
Our family owned a G80 for seven years. Now I have tested the latest version 2025 of the Genesis G80, and I think I can honestly say what needs to be said about this car. 
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck buyer expressed his surprise after discovering red paint and scratches all over his brand-new truck. The owner shared his belief that the truck had been vandalized beforehand and that Tesla hadn’t properly cleaned up the resulting mess.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Is Nissan's poor reliability exaggerated? Opinions vary, but this Rogue serves its owner faithfully and drives like new most of its original parts.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he took delivery of a Cybertruck with a lot of blemishes because he didn’t want to wait. However, more than a year later, he says, “The defects are driving me insane.”
By Tinsae Aregay on
Tesla has reversed its policy barring Cybertruck trade-ins. A Cybertruck owner says Tesla offered him $65,400 for his $100,00 truck with 6,200 miles. This means, according to Tesla, a Cybertruck loses $5.6 for every mile driven.
By Rob Enderle on
Apple CarPlay Ultra strives to unify the in-car experience across all screens, potentially surpassing Android Auto, but faces resistance from automakers wanting control. This push for a consistent Apple ecosystem in vehicles offers clear benefits.
By Rob Enderle on
The striking, retro-futuristic DeTomaso P72 prototype revives the iconic brand with modern tech and a potent engine, promising exclusivity and head-turning appeal. Its luxurious interior and potential performance position it as a noteworthy hypercar.
By Rob Enderle on
GM's LMR battery, using lithium metal silicon, aims for better range and charging than current EVs, potentially outperforming Tesla and BYD; its arrival in cars later this decade offers hope for a more efficient electric future.
By John Goreham on
Toyota has just updated its only battery-electric vehicle on sale in America. Following the off-pavement craze, Toyota has made a great choice of tire. Here’s why the Falken WildPeak A/T Trail is the ideal selection.
By John Goreham on
We spotlight how Vermont and Massachusetts are changing their EV policies to better reflect the realities of declining EV interest and questionable charging infrastructure. 
By John Goreham on
Now that I’ve used the tires for about two years and over 10,000 miles, my opinion on the Falken WildPeak all-terrain tire is firming up. Here’s what I’ve learned and what I think of the WildPeak tires.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Multiple Tesla Cybertruck owners are showing that their factory off-road light bar is detaching from the roof and flying off while driving on the highway. One owner, however, is not concerned, saying, “It’s okay; I’ve another Cybertruck to drive.”