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By Tinsae Aregay on May 9, 2024 - 2:03PM
Be careful when closing your Cybertruck door! I parked on an incline and exited the truck. As I closed the door, I clipped the very corner against my leg. When I got home, my wife said I needed stitches, so I did. I still love the truck.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 9, 2024 - 9:52AM
We know Toyota's little, turbo-three engine can dish out some serious horsepower while staying healthy, so what happened to this GR Yaris while performing a track session?
By Tinsae Aregay on May 9, 2024 - 5:22AM
Much has been said about Cybertruck's premature rusting issues. However, this Cybertruck owner embraces rust concerns with a novel wrap that makes the truck look dated. Here is Tesla’s response to fears of prematurely rusting Cybertrucks.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 9, 2024 - 4:05AM
2024 Toyota Corolla Cross and 2024 Honda HR-V are two of the most popular compact SUV models. But which one is for you?
By Dimitar Angelov on May 7, 2024 - 2:50PM
This 992-generation Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a one-off special that pays homage to a memorable moment in racing history. And it is for a special customer.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 7, 2024 - 8:26AM
Toyota President, Akio Toyoda takes quality control very seriously after the current Prius was recalled for a build-quality-related issue.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 6, 2024 - 11:16AM
Tom Zhu, Tesla’s 2nd in command and the man expected to one day replace Elon Musk as the Tesla CEO, has resigned from his global duties and has returned to China. This move suggests Tesla’s refocus on expanding its current production facilities.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 6, 2024 - 8:43AM
These Japanese models from Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi, and other are understated and still affordable while giving the JDM icons a run for their money.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 5, 2024 - 9:11AM
A video shows a Model Y in a rollover accident, flying over several vehicles on a city street. Luckily, the passengers only sustained minor injuries, with one occupant even seen using his smartphone while still inside the wrecked Model Y.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 3, 2024 - 4:00AM
The 2024 Toyota Tundra is thirstier than some owners expected when used for towing.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 2, 2024 - 10:41AM
Following a stellar Q1 earnings call by Elon Musk and his team, Tesla stock has risen by an incredible $170 billion (37%) in just five days. However, Tesla has reversed that trend and lost $57 billion after CNBC host Jim Cramer praised Elon Musk.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 2, 2024 - 7:03AM
One owner shares valuable experience in purchasing an iconic JDM rally icon by Toyota.
By Armen Hareyan on May 1, 2024 - 1:58PM
A nearly standard in-house dealer financing may seem fishy for some car buyers as one Toyota Tundra buyer suspects the dealer's motives and feels uncomfortable with the situation, which Toyota doesn't want to be a Tundra deal-breaker.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 1, 2024 - 10:50AM
After Sawyer Merritt and Whole Mars Catalog shared with their followers the contents of an article that reposted a confidential internal Tesla email, Elon Musk has decided to end his association with the prominent Tesla personalities.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 1, 2024 - 5:23AM
Here's what the Toyota S-FR compact roadster actually is.
By Armen Hareyan on April 30, 2024 - 9:43AM
Her brand new Toyota Sienna van wouldn't start, acting like a battery issue. The dealership checked it multiple times but couldn't find anything wrong. This happened several times, and Cheryl decided to deal directly with Toyota.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 30, 2024 - 9:00AM
Will the 2025 Lexus LFA successor, eventually, lead to an all-electric supercar by Toyota? Or will it give hydrogen a second chance?
By Tinsae Aregay on April 29, 2024 - 6:56AM
A new experiment finds that fears regarding the Cybertruck’s stainless steel exterior getting dangerously hot in the sun are unfounded. In contrast, the experiment shows that the Cybertruck’s reflective surface makes it the coolest Tesla surface finish.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 29, 2024 - 2:34AM
A lot has been said about the Cybertruck’s durability and bulletproof characteristics; however, how does the all-electric truck compare to a purpose-built armored vehicle? We compare the Tesla Cybertruck with the Rezvani Vengeance.
By Armen Hareyan on April 28, 2024 - 12:18AM
The 2022 Toyota Tundra owner says this is the third and last time this truck will leave him stranded on the side of the road after going back to the dealership for 3rd motor at 49,000 miles.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 27, 2024 - 12:50PM
Tesla has shared a picture of around 400 Cybertrucks parked together on the company's official page. Tesla shared this picture after the EV maker revealed that Cybertruck deliveries to verified long-term TSLA shareholders had begun.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 26, 2024 - 7:18AM
It sounds like the 1990s, Japanese pocket rocket from Toyota is making a comeback. GR Starlet is on the way, and it will no longer be a rebadged Suzuki.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 26, 2024 - 4:05AM
These SUVs are more athletic than they suggest and the power-to-weight ratio on some of them is comparable to a true sports car.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 25, 2024 - 8:50AM
A version of the 2025 Toyota RAV4, featuring the 2.4-liter turbo-hybrid powertrain is not out of the question, but there are a few reasons why Toyota will, likely, not install it in the next-gen RAV4.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 24, 2024 - 12:17PM
Following an exceptional earnings call, Tesla's value has increased by $50 billion in a single day. Tesla’s one-day increase is equivalent to Ford & GM’s entire market capitalization. Here are the highlights of the earnings call and ensuing short squeeze.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 24, 2024 - 4:03AM
Owners on Facebook, Reddit, and other forums share the most popular 2024 Toyota Tundra aftermarket mods.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 23, 2024 - 9:16AM
In a new video, you can see and hear the painful sounds as a semi-trailer tears apart the side of a Cyberuck. After withstanding multiple collisions and a barrage of tests, the Cybertruck appears to have finally met its match.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 23, 2024 - 5:13AM
The range-topping PHEV variant of Toyota's RAV4 is in for some interesting upgrades in 2025 that would make it even better.
By Dimitar Angelov on April 22, 2024 - 5:52PM
Toyota is bringing out some serious contenders for the 2025 mode year, and these are the most exciting Toyota premieres to look out for.
By Tinsae Aregay on April 22, 2024 - 9:59AM
Tesla has stirred up controversy after the EV maker cut the FSD price to $8,000 from $12,000. Multiple Tesla community members have criticized the price cuts and are demanding a refund. Elon Musk has responded in typical Musk fashion.