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News Opinion (Page 19)

News Opinion

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

By Tinsae Aregay on December 11, 2023 - 7:46AM
Tesla has currently started selling the first 1000 “Foundation Series” Cybertrucks with special laser-etched insignia. These trucks are in such high demand that people are flipping their Foundation Series Cybertruck online for $350,000.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 9, 2023 - 11:00AM
In a new video, a Tesla “Cyberbeast” Cybertruck goes face to face against the top-of-the-line $110,000 starting price Ford F-150 Raptor R. The Cybertruck annihilates the Ford both on pavement and while driving off-road.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 8, 2023 - 9:33AM
The Cybertruck is the 1st vehicle to feature, steer-by-wire, 48-volt architecture, clean 4680 cell and a structural battery pack design, and high-bandwidth ethernet comms. In his new video, Sandy Munro gives us a glimpse into Cybertruck’s inner workings.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 7, 2023 - 8:27PM
MKBHD has released his Cybertruck 2nd impressions video & he’s disappointed with Tesla – “They promised a 500-mile range and delivered 340 miles; They promised $69,000, the tri-motor is $100,000; 14,000 lbs towing, now it’s 11,000 lbs.”
By Peter Neilson on December 7, 2023 - 4:05PM
2023 Toyota Prius reinvented: sleek design, 196 hp, 57 mpg. It's not just eco-friendly; it's cool - giving even a Lambo a run for its money.
By Peter Neilson on December 7, 2023 - 2:45PM
Transform your Prius with LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) batteries for superior performance, longer range, and enhanced fuel efficiency.
By John Goreham on December 7, 2023 - 11:57AM
Our testing of the Michelin CrossClimate2 tire has now spanned 31,000 miles. We report on tire tread wear, noise, and MPG changes during our two-and-a-half-year test.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 7, 2023 - 9:44AM
Given the Cybertruck’s sharp edges and ultra-hard stainless steel exterior, people assumed it would not pass Europe’s stringent pedestrian protection regulation. However, Elon Musk says the Cybertruck is the “safest truck in the world for pedestrians.”
By Tinsae Aregay on December 7, 2023 - 7:12AM
UFC President Dana White in partnership with Elon Musk is raffling off a free early VIN “Foundation Series” Cybertruck. Dana is giving away a Cybertruck to promote his rally cross racing venture, Nitrocross. Here is how to enter to win a free Cybertruck.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 7, 2023 - 5:12AM
Tesla, to inspire the automotive world to make the shift 48-volts sent a “how to build a 48-volt vehicle” guide to all automotive CEOs. Today Ford CEO Jim Farley has confirmed receiving this guide and Elon Musk has responded to the situation in return.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 6, 2023 - 7:51AM
In a new interview, Elon Musk has admitted that the Cybertruck production ramp will go slower than otherwise hoped. Musk said, “Cybertruck will not be material to Tesla’s financials in 2024.” Musk pushed Cybertruck volume production to 2025.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 5, 2023 - 8:49PM
Elon Musk confirmed next-gen $25,000 vehicle production has moved from Giga Mexico to Giga Texas. Musk added Tesla is close to starting production of this car and teased “technology far in advance of anything in the automotive world.”
By John Goreham on December 5, 2023 - 4:06PM
We examine three fuzzy areas of the cost of ownership of a Tesla Cybertruck and make some predictions.
By John Goreham on December 5, 2023 - 2:23PM
We had a chance to experience the 2023 BMW Z4 and came away with five strong impressions.
By John Goreham on December 5, 2023 - 1:23PM
Mazda’s smallest sedan and hatchback plus its smallest crossover all earn the Insurance Institute For Highway Safety’s highest possible score following updated testing. 
By John Goreham on December 5, 2023 - 10:51AM
As the modern age of electric vehicles grows close to completing three decades, we look back on some milestones in the industry and in our testing.
By John Goreham on December 5, 2023 - 8:10AM
Are you about to install a new EV charger setup? We have some advice for you, and an explanation as to why you should hard-wire it or install the plug “upside down.”
By Tinsae Aregay on December 5, 2023 - 8:10AM
A new video shows a Tesla Cybertruck carrying a Toyota Prius on the truck bed while off-roading. Further inspection of the video reveals that the Cybertruck is preparing for an automatic emergency braking test.
By Peter Neilson on December 4, 2023 - 4:01PM
Explore the evolution of eco-friendly driving from the pioneering Toyota Prius to the futuristic Tesla Cybertruck. Witness how they're reshaping the automotive world.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 4, 2023 - 10:12AM
At the Cybertruck delivery event, Tesla showed off the Cybertruck’s durability rather disappointingly by softly lobbing a baseball at the glass. However, a new video shows Tesla’s top executive team thoroughly testing the Cybertruck glass.
By Justin Hart on December 3, 2023 - 3:59AM
US car dealers are escalating their resistance to EVs. In a recent letter to president Biden, they falsely claimed to “reflect the voice of customers” and to sell “every major brand in the US”. It is a sign that dealerships are getting desperate.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 2, 2023 - 11:26AM
Tesla’s VP of Investor Relations has come to MKBHD’s defense against “he should stay in his lane” comments and production quality criticisms. MKBHD’s Cybertruck review was especially criticized in light of Hagerty’s & Top Gear’s stellar reviews.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 1, 2023 - 3:30PM
In a new interview, Tesla’s VP of vehicle Engineering, Lars Moravy has confirmed that using the V4 superchargers, the Cybertruck will be able to supercharge at 350KW. Lars also added that the vehicle can go from 15% to 85% in under 18 minutes.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 1, 2023 - 11:51AM
A Tesla Cybertruck has taken on the Rivian R1T and Hammer EV in the first quarter mile race. The Cybertruck leaves both vehicles behind and only a day after deliveries officially becomes the fastest pickup truck in the world.
By Tinsae Aregay on December 1, 2023 - 8:07AM
Tesla has launched the first 1000 “Foundation Series” Cybertrucks at the delivery event. The trucks are inspired by the Foundation Series books and contain special 3-headed Cyberbeast badging and Elon Musk’s civilization collapse warnings.
By Tinsae Aregay on November 30, 2023 - 7:19PM
Tesla has launched two new Cybertruck factory color options – matte black and satin white. According to Tesla’s online configurator, these options cost an extra $6,500.
By Tinsae Aregay on November 30, 2023 - 5:51PM
Tesla launched the Cybertruck with a “Range Extender” that bumps the Cybertruck’s range to 470 miles. Elon Musk has provided details saying it’s “an optional battery pack that fits in 1/3 of the truck bed, used for long trips & towing things up mountains”
By Tinsae Aregay on November 30, 2023 - 2:12PM
Concerns over surprisingly small Cybertruck range numbers accidentally shared by MHBHD have tempered expectations for the Cybertruck. Tesla’s stock is down in a day that’s expected to be the company’s biggest product launch.
By John Goreham on November 30, 2023 - 11:12AM
We update our long-term test of the Ford Bronco Sport with a focus on things we have learned in the first four months of ownership including a look at the community of owners.
By John Goreham on November 30, 2023 - 8:49AM
In a new study based on owner-reported problems, Consumer Reports busts the myth that battery-electric vehicles are more reliable than hybrids and conventional gas-powered vehicles.