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News Opinion

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

By John Goreham on January 31, 2025 - 12:57PM
We paraphrase Mikey from the Car Talk Community to use this case with Toyota Prius as a perfect example of one car dealer’s most despicable high-pressure tactics. Let’s examine this closely and see what other people’s experiences can tell us. 
By Dimitar Angelov on January 31, 2025 - 10:00AM
Mixed reports about Mazda's upcoming hybrid sports car contradict what we already know. Mazda's patents showed a very different car.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 31, 2025 - 5:22AM
This 2006 Lexus RX400h owner experienced a seemingly catastrophic issue that may turn out to be a relatively easy fix.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 30, 2025 - 7:27PM
Elon Musk has expressed reservations about the second-generation Tesla Semi, which is scheduled to start production by the end of 2025. Musk questions whether the $10 billion it is expected to bring is worth the hype.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 30, 2025 - 10:03AM
A Lexus GX550 Overtrail owner's attempts to prepare for the winter prompt me to do research on whether snow chains are a good idea or not.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 29, 2025 - 6:49PM
Tesla says none of the company’s future vehicles will use the Cybertruck’s stainless steel exoskeleton and accompanying complicated production process. However, Tesla also says 4680 production has fully ramped to support 130K Cybertrucks annually.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 29, 2025 - 6:32AM
Multiple Cybertruck owners have shared that they have been victims of what they call “anit-Elon Musk motivated hate crimes.” Some owners suggest giving each other Elon Musk’s “My Heart Goes Out to You” salute in order to show solidarity in public.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 28, 2025 - 3:05PM
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he’s worried after his truck spent the last 3 months stuck in a shipping container. The owner shipped his Cybertruck from New Jersey to Europe back in November, but it still hasn’t arrived, and the battery might be dead.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 28, 2025 - 7:04AM
While the brand does not have the best reputation, especially of late, here's why I find the Jaguar F-Type to be an unsung hero.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 28, 2025 - 5:07AM
A 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe owner reports leakage in the engine bay. Is it something to be concerned about?
By Tinsae Aregay on January 28, 2025 - 4:32AM
After keeping silent about the issue for days, Elon Musk has finally acknowledged the launch of the refreshed Model Y. However, Musk's endorsement is definitely lacking in enthusiasm.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 27, 2025 - 9:41AM
A Tesla Cybertruck owner shares his truck was totaled after it was sideswiped by an E-scooter. However, the insurance company is only offering to pay him a “fair market price” of $77K, even though he paid $198K for the truck and still owes the bank $171K.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 27, 2025 - 6:51AM
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says his HOA is not allowing him to install a charger for his Cybertruck. The owner is suing the HOA but says he’s up against a deep-pocketed association with a three-million-dollar reserve.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 26, 2025 - 4:28PM
Tesla tech staff say, “They’ve never seen anything like this,” after examining a Cybertruck that died in the cold. Unable to figure out what went wrong, Tesla passed the issue to its engineers. However, the owner says he’s thankful for the EV maker.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 26, 2025 - 10:35AM
A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he’s crying because he has to part ways with his truck. He recently got a promotion and a 25% pay raise, and his wife and new baby are fine, but the new job is in London, which means he has to sell his Cybertruck.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 25, 2025 - 9:56AM
An early Cybertruck owner says he has successfully compelled Tesla to buy back his defective truck, with Tesla only deducting $300 for every 1000 miles he drove it. However, the Cybertruck fan says he’ll use the money to buy a more expensive Cybertruck.
By Rob Enderle on January 24, 2025 - 5:53PM
The Car market is a mess in 2025 suggesting a number of companies may be gone by the end of the decade. It would be wise to avoid buying a new car until it has settled again, likely after 2027 but before 2030, so you don’t regret the purchase.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 24, 2025 - 10:18AM
Tesla has finally allowed automotive YouTubers to get up close to the refreshed Model Y. The new videos detail all the minor changes Tesla has made to the all-electric crossover. The design gets a big thumbs up, but the specs were a letdown.
By John Goreham on January 23, 2025 - 4:08PM
We paraphrase principal tester Emma Risken, who says that, like a trusted friend, her Uniroyal Tiger Paw tires have been a welcome companion during this winter’s harsh weather. 
By John Goreham on January 23, 2025 - 11:31AM
Our title paraphrases online content creator Jake of Jakes’ Hobbies. He has now purchased multiple hybrids after owning a Tesla Model Y. Let’s look at why he has moved in this direction. 
By Tinsae Aregay on January 23, 2025 - 7:10AM
Veteran Tesla Cybertruck owners have shared a list of unusual advice to new buyers. The unexpected recommendations include what not to do during a car wash.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 22, 2025 - 6:39AM
If you are looking to buy a used Tesla or any EV, this will give you a good idea of what to expect from the battery in terms of range and longevity.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 22, 2025 - 4:45AM
A Florida man bricks his Cybertruck trying to add an aftermarket modification. Here is the internal step-by-step guide Tesla gave him that restored his truck and can also re-activate any other dead Cybertruck.
By Dimitar Angelov on January 21, 2025 - 11:58AM
Tesla Cybertruck features Level 2 autonomy with FSD, but sometimes owners forget that they still have to be involved in the driving process.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 21, 2025 - 5:52AM
A Tesla Cybertruck owner shares how happy he is after his truck did not experience any issues in the first 3 months since he bought it. Elated by this experience, he says he will never buy any vehicle other than a Cybertruck—Not even another Tesla.
By David Black on January 20, 2025 - 10:45PM
Ever wonder how your car's cost per mile stacks up to an EV like the Chevy Bolt? One driver’s eye-opening response left gas car owners speechless. Let's find out why.
By David Black on January 20, 2025 - 7:09PM
Can EVs thrive in California with electricity prices surging? As costs soar, the Golden State's clean transportation dreams face a critical crossroad. Explore whether innovation can power through, or if drivers will rethink their road to sustainability.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 20, 2025 - 11:08AM
A Texas-based private security firm, Strong Man Protection Services LLC, says the company has rolled out “the first-ever security Tesla Cybertruck. The truck is intended to provide various security services.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 20, 2025 - 7:49AM
Several Cybertruck owners with free supercharger access have come forward with their suspicion that Tesla is throttling their charging speeds. These individuals show that their Cybertrucks can’t charge faster than 100 kW.
By Tinsae Aregay on January 19, 2025 - 8:37AM
A concerned mother says her son’s Tesla Model 3 ran into a bizarre issue while he was driving from California to Colorado. The seats started to burn from the inside out in the outline of the heating coils. Tesla responded, telling her to call 911.