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News Opinion

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

By Rob Enderle on March 7, 2025 - 8:34PM
BYD is moving around Tesla and leaving them behind at an increasing rate. With features like 360-degree turns, head-in parking, emergency water driving, hydraulic suspension, autonomous driving, and done options, Tesla is becoming obsolete.
By Rob Enderle on March 7, 2025 - 8:31PM
Volvo has released its ES90 EV, which looks to be a well-priced high-end luxury EV at a relatively reasonable price. Decent power, decent range, and some standout features may make this our family’s next car.
By Rob Enderle on March 7, 2025 - 8:27PM
Toyota announced a $15K car, basically half the price of the Fiat 500e, with better performance, range, capacity, and RAV4-like usability. This car at this price could be a positive game changer for Toyota when Tesla is failing.
By John Goreham on March 7, 2025 - 4:52PM
We compare and contrast the 1969 Plymouth Fury III Hardtop Coupe to the 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona Coupe and find they are almost twins. 
By Tinsae Aregay on March 7, 2025 - 4:47PM
After the election, Tesla's stock surged 90%, leading investors to praise Elon Musk's outspoken political involvement. However, as of today, Tesla's stock has returned to pre-election levels, suggesting that Musk’s risky strategy might not pay off.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 7, 2025 - 11:17AM
Several Tesla enthusiasts are celebrating reports that many Tesla owners are selling their vehicles at a significant loss. One Cybertruck buyer admits he’s secretly hoping the anti-Tesla sentiment continues so he can get a good price on a use Cybertruck.
By John Goreham on March 7, 2025 - 8:25AM
Jeep’s most modern and sleek vehicle is the new battery-only Wagoneer S. This all-new crossover SUV shares much of its powertrain with the Dodge Charger. We spoke with Jeep in person to find out why Jeep selected this very specific tire for Wagoneer S.
By Mikey Garcia on March 6, 2025 - 4:42PM
‘100 Wh per mile is crazy,’ says one fan of the Aptera Solar EV, which just broke efficiency records in Mojave Desert testing. With up to 40 miles of solar range daily, it’s a game-changer, but delays leave many wondering if it will it ever hit production
By Tinsae Aregay on March 6, 2025 - 2:56PM
A Cybertruck owner accepted delivery of a defective truck, believing Tesla could easily fix the issues. However, he discovered there was no service opening for a month. Even worse, after a long wait, Tesla returned his Cybertruck even more damaged.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 6, 2025 - 9:16AM
A Cybertruck owner reports that he charged his truck above 80% for the first time and began to notice a strange odor inside the cabin. He adds that the smell resembles that of an electrical wire harness melting.
By Dimitar Angelov on March 5, 2025 - 10:41AM
Owners knock on Toyota's reliability as Tacomas, less than two years old, are experiencing unusual problems. But are owners right to be upset, or can some of it be negligence?
By Tinsae Aregay on March 5, 2025 - 9:15AM
In a first-of-its-kind act of philanthropy, a Tesla fan says he will be accepting a lower trade-in offer from Tesla than he can get otherwise. His reason is that he wants to help Tesla financially & adds “I’m super happy Tesla will pocket the difference.”
By Dimitar Angelov on March 5, 2025 - 1:41AM
It is a recurring issue that plagues multiple model years of the Mazda MX-5 Miata. The issue is well-documented, but dealerships will fix it only under certain circumstances.
By Mikey Garcia on March 4, 2025 - 6:52PM
Vietnamese automaker VinFast expands rapidly in the EV market with models like VF8 & VF9, praised for affordability but faces software glitches & reliability issues.
By John Goreham on March 4, 2025 - 5:13PM
Electric vehicles face not just headwinds in 2025 but a hurricane of problems. Here’s why we see EV market share in America dropping back to levels of a few years ago.
By Tinsae Aregay on March 4, 2025 - 9:19AM
A Cybertruck buyer who was instructed to schedule a service appointment for a Cybertruck he has yet to receive says he’s taking Tesla to court. He adds, “This is un-American,’ and he didn’t even have a honeymoon period with his brand new Cybertruck.
By Mikey Garcia on March 3, 2025 - 5:37PM
Honda’s Prologue is a stunning EV, but will charging nightmares could leave you stranded! Can Honda fix this fatal flaw before it’s too late?
By Dimitar Angelov on March 3, 2025 - 2:27PM
The Porsche 911 GT3 market can currently be described as the "perfect storm", but not for everyone. Here's how you can be in luck if the 992 GT3 is on your radar
By John Goreham on March 2, 2025 - 4:51PM
In our review of the 2025 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec Advance, we explore the vehicle's many pluses and explain why we feel the two minuses are not really a problem, despite many people flagging them. 
By Mikey Garcia on March 2, 2025 - 12:29PM
The Volkswagen’s ID. Buzz shines with its retro design and nostalgic appeal, but below the surface lies a complex reality where it struggles to balance practicality and its premium price tag.
By Rob Enderle on February 28, 2025 - 7:44PM
The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is far cheaper and far faster than similar cars from Audi, Porsche, and Tesla, showcasing a massive and growing advantage Chinese car companies have, and this advantage is growing very rapidly.
By Rob Enderle on February 28, 2025 - 7:42PM
Mergers between peer companies like Honda and Nissan are complicated to pull off, this one failed because of conflicts between C-level executives who didn’t want to retire early.
By Mikey Garcia on February 28, 2025 - 6:40PM
With an substantive 400-mile range and impressive towing, the Chevy Silverado EV might be the electric truck America has been waiting for.
By Dimitar Angelov on February 28, 2025 - 10:08AM
A few owners are starting to experience a minor but frustrating issue with their Hyundai Palisade SUV. So far, there is no proven, universal solution.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 28, 2025 - 9:00AM
A Tesla Cybertruck owner reported that he broke his driver’s side window while attempting to simply open and close the door. This incident occurred while he was stuck on the road after his Cybertruck's battery unexpectedly died in cold weather.
By Dimitar Angelov on February 28, 2025 - 7:15AM
Cross-shopping the Toyota 4Runner and Honda Passport? Here's why this “apples to oranges” comparison, could be swaying in favor of Honda's midsize SUV.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 28, 2025 - 6:41AM
After Tesla investors collectively lost $627 billion in two months, Elon Musk responded to accusations that he was to blame for the decline in Tesla stock price. Musk states, “The long-term outcome for Tesla is very high.”
By Tinsae Aregay on February 28, 2025 - 5:47AM
Tesla announces that the promotional price for the Cybertruck will conclude after four days. Through the official Cybertruck account, the company urges prospective buyers to finalize their purchase before the prices increase.
By John Goreham on February 27, 2025 - 5:34PM
Many EVs once relegated to second-class status are about to have their Cinderella moment.
By Dimitar Angelov on February 27, 2025 - 8:52AM
These SUVs pack V-6 power, proven tech, and great versatility, making them the perfect family fortresses on wheels.