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By Dimitar Angelov on May 15, 2024 - 10:16AM
On paper, the Porsche 911 Hybrid may be better, but it doesn't matter.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 15, 2024 - 10:05AM
Images taken near Tesla’s engineering headquarters in Palo Alto, California, show Tesla testing the Robotaxi disguised as a Model 3. The new vehicle does not have side-view mirrors and features novel camera placements, including behind a side window.
By Tinsae Aregay on May 15, 2024 - 5:12AM
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the next FSD major upgrade, which will be released in the next few days, will improve the miles driven without intervention by 5 to 10 times. Musk added that Cybertruck will get an even better FSD software in June.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 15, 2024 - 4:42AM
ExxonMobil and Toyota are partnering up to introduce a greener fuel that would reduce CO2 emissions without any downsides. What does that mean for Toyota's other alternative fuel efforts?
By Tinsae Aregay on May 15, 2024 - 1:57AM
A U.S. Army Veteran, EV/Tech YouTuber, and Tesla Cybertruck and Model Y owner shares his nightmare Cybertruck experience. His Cybertruck left him stranded on four different occasions and has spent two months at Tesla service without a resolution.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 14, 2024 - 1:54PM
This 2023 Toyota Corolla posted on Reddit, takes wear and tear to new heights. Here's what we learned.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 13, 2024 - 8:13AM
Toyota Celica is making a comeback as the GR Celica, and it's much better than we were initially led to believe.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 10, 2024 - 6:48AM
Toyota's GR Yaris engine will be seen in many future Toyota and Lexus models, and it's good to know there is a way to make it sound and perform much better.
By Dimitar Angelov on May 10, 2024 - 4:44AM
Reddit discussions regarding the 2024 Lexus GX 550 are heated and opinions vary quite a bit.
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.