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Written-Off 721-Mile 2023 Rivian R1T Sparks Insurance Controversy
Written-Off 721-Mile 2023 Rivian R1T Sparks Insurance Controversy

21 May 2024, 01:38 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / New car buyers were given federal and state credits to become EV owners. Now, they're dealing with pricey registrations and expensive insurance rates

 
You Can Order a New 2024 Tesla Cybertruck for $4,000, but Should You?
You Can Order a New 2024 Tesla Cybertruck for $4,000, but Should You?

20 May 2024, 19:50 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / No matter who you are or what you do, when someone tells you that a brand-new vehicle such as the Cybertruck can be had for 4% of its MSRP…

 
Tesla Now Installs Global LED-Matrix Headlights on Legacy Model 3/Y in Certain Conditions
Tesla Now Installs Global LED-Matrix Headlights on Legacy Model 3/Y in Certain Conditions

20 May 2024, 15:41 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / The owner of a Tesla Model 3 got new Global LED-matrix headlights after a minor repair at the Tesla Service Center required replacing one of the headlamps

 
1970 Dodge Challenger R/T "The Grinch" Is a Different Kind of High-Impact Mopar
1970 Dodge Challenger R/T "The Grinch" Is a Different Kind of High-Impact Mopar

20 May 2024, 13:10 UTC · By: Ciprian Florea / Candy Apple Green was not a factory color on the 1970 Dodge Challenger, but this classic Mopar looks stunning in this hue.

 
Virtual $35k Chevy Camaro EV Looks Like an AWD Sedan Crossover in a Digital Realm
Virtual $35k Chevy Camaro EV Looks Like an AWD Sedan Crossover in a Digital Realm

20 May 2024, 10:15 UTC · By: Aurel Niculescu / Vince Burlapp (aka 'vburlapp' on social media) is a prolific virtual artist who loves to dream of all the latest models across the wide-ranging automotive realm

 
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Arrives in the Land Down Under From Around $37k
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Arrives in the Land Down Under From Around $37k

20 May 2024, 06:25 UTC · By: Aurel Niculescu / It's coming to dealerships with the SmartStream G 1.6T-GDi Hybrid, and the second option - SmartStream G 2.5T-GDi will be offered before the end of the year 

 
Fisker Tells US Buyers That It No Longer Offers 24/7 Roadside Assistance
Fisker Tells US Buyers That It No Longer Offers 24/7 Roadside Assistance

19 May 2024, 18:31 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / Fisker seems to be inching closer and closer to the end. The reborn automaker is trying to save all the money it can before the inevitable happens

 
Rivian Employees Can Activate Big Discounts To Select R1Ts for a Limited Time
Rivian Employees Can Activate Big Discounts To Select R1Ts for a Limited Time

19 May 2024, 14:07 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / Rivian really wants to get rid of its inventory before the refreshed R1T EVs become available. Don't want the incoming upgrades? Then, enjoy this offer

 
Tesla Starts Model 3 Performance Deliveries, Explains What's Special About the EV
Tesla Starts Model 3 Performance Deliveries, Explains What's Special About the EV

19 May 2024, 00:36 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / The world's most valuable automaker finally launched the best version of the Model 3. It still has two motors, but there are a few noticeable upgrades

 
Yikes! Tesla Cybertruck Driver-Side Door Is Sharp Enough To Peel a Cucumber
Yikes! Tesla Cybertruck Driver-Side Door Is Sharp Enough To Peel a Cucumber

17 May 2024, 23:22 UTC · By: Florin Amariei / The world's most valuable automaker created a very interesting all-electric pickup truck. It looks like it escaped a video game, and that's not good

 
Volkswagen Lost the EV Revolution and Is Bracing for Another Defeat in the Software Arena
Volkswagen Lost the EV Revolution and Is Bracing for Another Defeat in the Software Arena

17 May 2024, 23:18 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Volkswagen walked back its EV strategy and pivoted to hybrids, but the elephant in the room is its software woes that threaten all its vehicle brands

 
The Acura ZDX Type S Is Pikes Peak International Hill Climb's First Electric Pace Car
The Acura ZDX Type S Is Pikes Peak International Hill Climb's First Electric Pace Car

17 May 2024, 18:02 UTC · By: Mircea Panait / The Chevrolet Blazer EV SS-based ZDX Type S will pace the 102nd edition of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on June 23, 2024

 
Tesla Cybertruck's Gigawiper Is Again in the Spotlight As Wiper Motors Fail Repeatedly
Tesla Cybertruck's Gigawiper Is Again in the Spotlight As Wiper Motors Fail Repeatedly

17 May 2024, 15:22 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / The Cybertruck owners report that the gigawiper motors are failing repeatedly, which might force Tesla to issue a recall rather soon

 
Kia Electric Pickup Truck Spied in the US With EV9 Front End and Santa Cruz Taillights
Kia Electric Pickup Truck Spied in the US With EV9 Front End and Santa Cruz Taillights

17 May 2024, 15:08 UTC · By: Mircea Panait / The internal combustion-engined Tasman will be joined by what appears to be an EV9 with a bed rather than a third row of seats

 
Ford Urges EV Suppliers To Cut Costs Wherever Possible
Ford Urges EV Suppliers To Cut Costs Wherever Possible

17 May 2024, 14:13 UTC · By: Mircea Panait / As if FoMoCo did not have sufficient quality issues on its table, Ford Motor Company has recently sent a memo to EV suppliers, urging them to reduce costs

 
Ford CEO Doesn't Rule Out Mustang Sedan, Hybrid Powertrain Under Development
Ford CEO Doesn't Rule Out Mustang Sedan, Hybrid Powertrain Under Development

17 May 2024, 13:02 UTC · By: Mircea Panait / Jim Farley did not confirm a four-door Mustang, but he's open to such a body style as long as the performance and attitude of the original carry over

 
Tesla Removes Steam Support From Model S and Model X Vehicles as a Cost-Cutting Measure
Tesla Removes Steam Support From Model S and Model X Vehicles as a Cost-Cutting Measure

17 May 2024, 11:09 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / People ordering a Model S or Model X were notified that the cars would no longer be able to play Steam games because of an "updated gaming computer"

 
Tesla Model 3 Performance Deliveries Are on Hold, Price Goes Up Nevertheless
Tesla Model 3 Performance Deliveries Are on Hold, Price Goes Up Nevertheless

17 May 2024, 09:56 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla made adjustments to the Tesla Model 3 pricing that will discourage buyers from ordering any extras or lose the federal tax credit

 
2025 Mazda CX-5 Hybrid Gets an Unofficial Preview Inside-Out, Looks Refreshingly Modern
2025 Mazda CX-5 Hybrid Gets an Unofficial Preview Inside-Out, Looks Refreshingly Modern

17 May 2024, 09:19 UTC · By: Aurel Niculescu / The good folks over at the "AutoYa" info channel on YouTube have a satellite venue dubbed "AutoYa Interior," and that's where all the (CGI) Mazda action is 

 
Mercedes-Benz EQB Recalled Over Improperly Welded Spur Gear
Mercedes-Benz EQB Recalled Over Improperly Welded Spur Gear

16 May 2024, 15:51 UTC · By: Mircea Panait / 183 units of the EQB 300 and 100 units of the EQB 350 have been produced with front drive units that may feature improperly welded spur gears