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EV battery prices have dropped 90%, giving Chinese carmakers an additional massive cost advantage on top of the labor cost and government investment advantages they already enjoy. Tariffs won’t protect existing car makers, who may mostly fail.

BYD cars in Australia are capturing audio, however as we continue to deploy AI tools, more and more of our Smartphones and other devices will be doing the same. Perhaps it is time to moderate our behavior because we are almost always on-stage.

A Cybertruck owner recently posted his truck for sale, sparking debate about the fair price for a used Cybertruck. Thankfully, several former Cybertruck owners chimed in, sharing exactly how much they sold their trucks. And the market is rough.

How high can the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek go? The smokin' hot Crosstrek just set another record. Is there a limit to the small SUV's success? I'll answer that question and more.

A Cybertruck owner says he was shocked to see how little damage his truck sustained following an accident. On the other hand, the vehicle that collided with the Cybertruck was left crumpled and nearly totaled.

Which is the best midsize car you can buy for under $30,000? Consumer Reports says it's the 2025 Subaru Legacy. See why it's the top performer now for new model shoppers.

A Cybertruck owner shares his abysmal Cybertruck ownership experience over the past seven months. He says that, on top of multiple failures, he wasn’t able to access the inside of his truck for three weeks when it got bricked for no apparent reason.

Which is the best small SUV you can buy for under $30,000? Consumer Reports says it's the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. See why it's the top performer now for new model shoppers.

How safe are Subaru vehicles? I will delve into another personal story of a Subaru model protecting the driver in a serious crash. This is Janet's story.

A Cybertruck owner says Tesla service technicians are unable to solve his truck's issues. The Tesla technicians added that the defect is widespread and that they are waiting for upper management to issue a Cybertruck recall and refresh.

Subaru Corporation has registered a new e-Outback trademark in Japan. Is there a new electric Outback in the works? Here is what it means for U.S. customers.

A pressing issue has emerged with the new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and Ascent models. These vehicles are reported to have dangerous mirror problems, with the mirrors moving and shaking while driving. This is a matter of immediate concern for all customers.

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares is correct in saying the Tariffs on Chinese cars are stetting the western auto industry up to failure given Chinese car makers now have a massive cost advantage. He recommends we, instead, we compete like China does.

While the recently announced $1B fund for improved EV infrastructure is a solid step forward much more will be needed to prevent the near certainty of China owning the 2030 EV market.

Hydrogen may have been a better path to mitigate climate change because, done right, it could have reduced or eliminated the obstacle that the petrochemical industry has become.

A Tesla Cybertruck was recently posted for sale on Facebook Marketplace for only $50,000. The vehicle has a red wrap; however, what was more surprising was that it is the tri-motor version with the “88G Plutonium upgrade.”

One of my readers recently seized a unique opportunity and purchased a Subaru Solterra from Hertz at a deep discount. I'll delve into why the Solterra pricing is so attractive at Hertz and if you should consider doing the same thing.

How hot is the remodeled Subaru Crosstrek? The next-gen subcompact SUV leads all models in one critical area. Did Subaru hit a home run with the small SUV or a grand slam?  

China continues to lead the EV market, which, if allowed to continue unchallenged, will result in broad changes to Tech dominance and an increased risk of China-sourced conflicts in the future, resulting in failures.

Tesla is conducting a secret recall to replace the high-voltage battery pack for Cybertrucks produced around February of this year. Tesla told one customer the issue has to do with dented cells that can cause a battery short and “core collapse.”

Cybertruck rental rates have fallen precipitously over the past few months, from $1000/day at the start of the year to as low as $134/day now. After Turo takes its cut, Cybertruck owners are only making $92/day renting out their trucks.

Do you remember the Subaru WRX STI Type RA? It's time for Subaru to build an all-new WRX Type RA for performance enthusiasts. Let's wake up the WRX. 

Which small cars and subcompact SUVs have the roomiest interiors? You'll be surprised at the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza. There's only one model with more cabin room. Here are the nine roomiest models you can buy now. 

Which are the best new SUVs for parents? If you need to fit car seats, Kelley Blue Book ranked the ten best SUVs, and the 2025 Subaru Outback beats them all. Here is the latest car seat information parents need to know. 

Which are the most reliable and fuel-efficient compact SUVs for new model shoppers this fall? Consumer Reports has thirteen new recommended models. Ten are new hybrid models. See who wins the battle, the Subaru Crosstrek or the Hybrids. 

Our knowledge on how to make batteries better continues to improve and the result is that we are finding that EV batteries can and do last longer than we thought if treated well.

A Cybertruck owner says that his elderly neighbor had to be airlifted to a hospital after his truck startled her horse. She fell down and broke eight ribs. The Cybertruck also seems to startle and confuse other animals even more than gas vehicles.

Here are six easy but essential ways to prepare your Subaru all-wheel-drive vehicle for winter. Prepare your vehicle this fall before cold and severe weather driving hits you unexpectedly. 

Toyota, a brand known for its reliability, has a few surprises in its lineup. Two of its top-selling models, which you might not expect, are among the least dependable. Discover these unexpected findings here. 

A new video posted on X and TikTok shows firefighters attempting to break the Cybertruck’s windows. However, despite wielding heavy axes, it takes three blows to see the first crack and over 12 blows to break the window completely.