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News Opinion

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

By Guillaume Humbert on September 22, 2020 - 6:52PM
The long awaited Tesla Battery Day took place today where Elon Musk made important announcements and revelations. Here is an in depth review of what happened and the main highlights from the Battery Day.
By John Goreham on September 21, 2020 - 3:01PM
The Mercedes-Benz E350 is the definition of an executive sedan. Here’s what buyers can expect.
By Guillaume Humbert on September 19, 2020 - 11:07AM
Today, Tesla's Autopilot price changes come into effect. Here are the details of what you can get.
By John Goreham on September 17, 2020 - 11:55AM
320 lb-ft of torque in a small crossover? Yes, please!
By John Goreham on September 17, 2020 - 10:37AM
We conducted polls of green vehicle owners and found to our surprise that only about half would want a solar roof that adds 2 miles of electric driving range per day.
By Paul Fosse on September 16, 2020 - 11:18PM
In this news report I am discussing some of the predictions my friend Warren Redlich about the 2022 Tesla pricing, made in a recent video. These predictions are based on his expectations for Tesla Battery Day next week.
By John Goreham on September 16, 2020 - 8:12AM
Every manufacturer from GM to Tesla to Toyota seems to be slow-walking new electric vehicle models. Could the reason be tied to uncertain price supports for electric vehicles?
By John Goreham on September 15, 2020 - 4:39PM
The all-new 2022 Hyundai Tucson will include a plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle trim. Here's what we know so far.
By Paul Fosse on September 15, 2020 - 7:56AM
In this article, I explain the solutions to the problems we highlighted last week with Tesla Service. This week I’ll focus on what Tesla can do to improve the situation.
By John Goreham on September 14, 2020 - 1:43PM
We contrast two electric vehicles, one a BEV and one a PHEV, to see which makes more sense for your driving needs.
By John Goreham on September 10, 2020 - 11:03AM
There are good reasons why solar roofs that add driving range to green cars have taken so long, but Hyundai has finally taken the plunge. We’re glad they have.
By John Goreham on September 9, 2020 - 10:45AM
General Motors announces a breakthrough in electric vehicle battery technology.
By John Goreham on September 9, 2020 - 10:29AM
General Motors is offering Uber drivers a significant discount on the cost of a new Chevy Bolt battery-electric vehicle. We reached out to one Uber driver we often refer to for information on both subjects for comment.
By John Goreham on September 7, 2020 - 10:22AM
If you prefer a sedan and are trying to pick a rental car at the airport, give the Chevrolet Impala a try. You won’t regret it.
By Guillaume Humbert on September 5, 2020 - 10:19AM
Yesterday, there was a new spotting of a Tesla Semi and it could mean the start of volume production soon. Here is our take on the event.
By Guillaume Humbert on September 4, 2020 - 1:22PM
Yesterday, while in Germany, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, met with a Chairman of Volkswagen. Elon even test drove the Volkswagen electric vehicle, was previewed the ID.3 and ID.4. Here is how the meeting went.
By John Goreham on September 1, 2020 - 4:02PM
Your vehicle has a problem that you feel should be covered under warranty. But the dealer is saying otherwise. Here is how to get the help you need.
By Kevin Meyn on August 31, 2020 - 11:11PM
I recently configured a 2020 Santa Fe in the mid-level SEL trim because I believe it could be the best value in Hyundai’s lineup.
By John Goreham on August 31, 2020 - 10:11AM
The Hyundai Kona Ultimate and Mazda CX-30 Premium crossovers are both great looking, fun and modern designs, but there are some major differences. We contrast the two to highlight choices shoppers can make.
By John Goreham on August 31, 2020 - 9:39AM
Toyota’s RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid-electric eliminates nearly every common repair and maintenance need. Here’s how, and a reminder that many of the systems Toyota pioneered on hybrids are now commonly used in EVs.
By Marc Stern on August 25, 2020 - 5:24PM
You've probably heard the saying "turn around; don't drown." This is the brief motto of the Weather Service and the Weather Channel that tells you to watch where you are driving. It doesn't matter if you are driving the best all-wheel-drive crossover or your new Ford F-150. There comes a point where you just can't trust the calm-looking water ahead.
By John Goreham on August 25, 2020 - 3:27PM
We compare and contrast the Mazda CX-30 crossover with its slightly larger sibling the CX-5 to help shoppers who may be asking if the CX-30 is big enough for their needs.
By John Goreham on August 24, 2020 - 8:29PM
Among the many ways your vehicle’s service costs are inflated is a small filter with a big bill from your dealer. Here’s why you should take back that task and save a bundle.
By Kevin Meyn on August 23, 2020 - 6:11PM
Hyundai’s are extremely quiet and comfortable, and I believe the Kumho Solus is the perfect match for Hyundai vehicles. In this article, we're going to focus on the all-new 2020 Sonata.
By John Goreham on August 20, 2020 - 10:31AM
The well-rounded Honda CR-V defines the family crossover segment. However, Honda does not offer an off-road trim for this versatile vehicle. Here are options for those buyers that want to get mud on the roof of head out before the plow trucks in winter storms.
By John Goreham on August 17, 2020 - 8:45AM
We contrast the difference in price to maintain a 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime PHEV and a Tesla Model Y BEV all-wheel drive green crossover. The result surprised us.
By Kevin Meyn on August 15, 2020 - 9:09PM
Hyundai, Kia, & Genesis use the excellent Michelin Pilot Sport 4s tires on many of its performance cars. You may not like or even agree to the answer why, but it’s not just because the Pilot 4s is a great tire.
By John Goreham on August 13, 2020 - 1:09PM
We review the all-new 4-cylinder GR Supra 2.0 and find a lot of interesting differences between it and the other Toyota and Lexus sport coupes.
By John Goreham on August 13, 2020 - 11:06AM
Aside from a horse-drawn wagon, Mazda’s CX-5 is the perfect family vehicle in which to tour some of New Hampshire’s prettiest destinations.
By John Goreham on August 13, 2020 - 10:41AM
Volkswagen will create a new electric vehicle manufacturing center in the U.S.