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News Opinion (Page 68)

News Opinion

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

By Jeff Teague on February 18, 2021 - 4:55PM
Toyota hybrid owners comment on their extremely high mileage vehicles. Does high mileage driving help batteries last longer?
By Tinsae Aregay on February 18, 2021 - 1:50PM
Tesla CEO Elon Musk's suspicions about Bill Gates having a short position against Tesla might be right. Bill Gates in a CNBC interview given the opportunity to set the records straight ended up fueling the speculation even more.
By John Goreham on February 16, 2021 - 11:59AM
Shouldn't the larger "Utility" version of Chevy's new Bolt have more cargo space than the smaller hatchback version of the vehicle? According to GM's official specifications, the bigger utility Bolt has less cargo volume. And as far as we can tell, it does not have the ability to tow a trailer.
By John Goreham on February 15, 2021 - 1:57PM
If you are a fan of Wheeler Dealers, you will want to check out the new format. Here are all the details about the big changes ahead for this great TV show.
By John Goreham on February 15, 2021 - 11:58AM
Jaguar releases a comprehensive statement pointing to an almost immediate shift to battery-electric vehicles.
By John Goreham on February 15, 2021 - 11:27AM
Consumer Reports is one of the first private owners in America with a Polestar battery-electric vehicle. Watch as the group struggles to find anything good to say about this vehicle.
By Jeff Teague on February 15, 2021 - 11:06AM
Explore the potential for Toyota announcing a next-gen 2022 Tundra plug-in.
By John Goreham on February 15, 2021 - 9:48AM
The more we learn about the new Chevy Bolt EUV, the more mixed feelings we have about it. We break down what we feel are the new 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV's strengths and its weaknesses.
By Jeff Teague on February 14, 2021 - 9:15AM
We discuss whether Toyota Tacoma or 4Runner needs a redesign most – and when you will see them.
By Jeff Teague on February 12, 2021 - 10:01AM
Toyota announces new U.S. market battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles for 2021. What this means for Toyota and for Tesla now.
By John Goreham on February 10, 2021 - 1:30PM
Toyota announced today that it will drop three new green vehicles into the U.S. market this year. Here's what we know so far.
By John Goreham on February 9, 2021 - 3:55PM
Minivans are big vehicles. Buyers often wonder, “Will a minivan fit inside my garage.” We show you how easy it is to determine if a Chrysler Pacifica, Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Tesla Model X, or Kia Sedona minivan will fit inside of your garage.
By John Goreham on February 8, 2021 - 6:13PM
Tesla’s two original founders share a lot of backstory on how and why Tesla was founded and also on Elon Musk’s role. The video is fascinating. Particularly since the word “Autonomy” or the phrase “self-driving” is never the focal point.
By John Goreham on February 8, 2021 - 3:11PM
We break down the options for those who drive in snowy icy weather. These four vehicles are at the top, but which is the king of the mountain?
By John Goreham on February 8, 2021 - 12:23PM
Tesla is moving towards bitcoin. Here's what is happening and what sources are reporting these changes.
By John Goreham on February 8, 2021 - 9:34AM
Tesla's owner satisfaction scores reveal some interesting things about how owners view their Tesla. Here is how Tesla did on this annual survey of owners.
By John Goreham on February 6, 2021 - 11:00AM
Consumer Reports is a big fan of Tesla products. Here’s one critical area that they find the new Mustang Mach-E is “definitely better” than the Tesla Model Y.
By John Goreham on February 5, 2021 - 9:09AM
Chevy will soon introduce a new Bolt EV. However, new leftover 2020 Bolts sit on dealer lots. Watch for discounts to pass $20K this spring.
By Tinsae Aregay on February 3, 2021 - 8:14AM
Elon Musk sat down for an interview with veteran engineer Sandy Munro. In their talk, they discussed the new 12v battery in the Model S & X, engineering changes coming to Tesla vehicles, and many more topics.
By John Goreham on February 2, 2021 - 1:55PM
We tested the all-new 2021 Ford Bronco Sport in a winter nor’easter storm. What we discovered will be important news for shoppers.
By John Goreham on February 2, 2021 - 10:37AM
We have tested the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport First Edition and are amazed at the content Ford has included. Four things, in particular, impress us. Only one important thing is missing - so far.
By John Goreham on February 1, 2021 - 3:00PM
If you checked out the Michelin CrossClimate2 and were disappointed to see your vehicle's tire size missing, check again. The company is adding in many popular sizes.
By John Goreham on February 1, 2021 - 8:45AM
The five-year-old design of the Chevrolet Bolt is aging extremely well. We find it is a screaming value. Not at MSPR, but at the heavily-discounted prices real buyers can pay.
By John Goreham on January 27, 2021 - 11:21AM
Plug-in hybrids reduce the number of common failure items your vehicle has. Here's a look back at how one woman's Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has worked over 160,000 miles of daily operation.
By Marc Stern on January 26, 2021 - 1:22PM
Have you wondered why the auto industry is jumping on board the over-the-air update parade? It makes sense. That is the opinion of Torque New Reporter Marc Stern whose piece today discusses software issues.
By John Goreham on January 25, 2021 - 5:34PM
We are testing the Mustang Mach-E back to back with the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt. It’s amazing how far the industry has come in five years. Can you guess where will be in 2026?
By John Goreham on January 25, 2021 - 9:49AM
Mitsubishi is about to launch an all-new Outlander. Here is a look at what guiding principles the company is looking to in its development. And why it matters to you, the driver.
By John Goreham on January 25, 2021 - 9:06AM
The 2021 Toyota Highlander has a green option that can save its owner $6,000 in fuel over its 10-year lifespan.
By John Goreham on January 25, 2021 - 8:43AM
The Toyota RAV4 Prime has a huge advantage in power and efficiency compared to the Subaru Forester and Nissan Rogue.
By John Goreham on January 21, 2021 - 4:59PM
The Toyota Prius solved the "cars cause global warming" problem over two decades ago. Here are three common Prius myths that everyone from EVangelists to coal-rollers wish were really true.