Gen Z Car Buying: Tips & Tricks Under $10K
Gen Z car buying tips under $10K from TikTok's @daisyunicorn1111. Includes pre-test drive, during/after tips, avoiding luxury brands, and negotiation strategies for a reliable vehicle.
Electric Pickup Sales Q3: Ford Lightning Leads, Cybertruck Dips
Q3 electric pickup sales reveal the Ford F-150 Lightning as the leader, followed by Tesla Cybertruck. Other EV trucks like Silverado EV and Rivian R1T also show varied performance. Future affordable models may boost demand.
Jeep Grand Wagoneer EREV: Extended-Range Electric Vehicle
Jeep unveils the Grand Wagoneer EREV, a range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) with a V6 generator, 647 hp, and over 500 miles range. Offers quick acceleration and a large battery for extended driving.
Ferrari’s Future: New Models, EV Plans, and Exclusivity
Ferrari is expanding with new models, including EVs, while maintaining exclusivity. Order books are full until 2027, and a stick shift may return. Expect 20 new cars by 2030, with a focus on hybrids and combustion engines.
Car Lift Mishap: TikTok Video & Auto Safety
A TikTok video shows a woman lifted in her car during an oil change. Highlights auto lift dangers & safety. Never move in a lifted vehicle to prevent accidents.
Kia Engine Defect: Warranty Issues & Repair Problems
Kia owners face engine defect issues (2010-2020 models). Warranty extensions exist, but repairs are reportedly unprofitable for dealers, causing delays and frustration. Code P1326 signals potential engine failure.
Toyota Tacoma: Parasitic Draw Mystery Solved!
A Toyota Tacoma's dead battery issue was traced to a Bluetooth OBD-II dongle causing a parasitic draw. Disconnecting it resolved the problem, highlighting the importance of diagnostic testing. Battery drain issue.
Engine Whisperer: AI, Apps, and the Future of Car Diagnostics
Can AI diagnose engine problems with sound? Apps like 'Shazam for engines' promise quick fixes but face challenges in noisy environments. AI diagnostics evolve from industrial use to potential car features.
Tesla Autosteer Removal: Impact on New Car Sales & FSD
Tesla removes Autosteer from base models, impacting sales amid rising competition & tax credit cuts. This could push buyers to the $8,000 Full Self-Driving (FSD) package. A cheaper Tesla is needed to stop sales decline.
Nissan Xterra: New Generation SUV Coming in 2028
Nissan is reviving the Xterra SUV, expected in 2028. It will share the Frontier's platform and likely feature a V-6 hybrid powertrain, targeting the off-road SUV market. Price will likely be 40k.
Tesla’s Affordable Model Y: A Sales Lifeline?
Tesla launches a cheaper Model Y to combat declining sales amid rising EV competition from Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Chevy Equinox EV. Can it sustain Tesla's market lead?
Dacia Sandero: Updates, Hybrid Powertrain & 2026 Facelift
Dacia Sandero and other models get hybrid powertrain, design updates, and tech upgrades for 2026. More safety features are added to meet EU standards.
Tesla Cybertruck: Inflatable Range Extender?
Tesla patents an inflatable balloon-like device to reduce drag and extend the Cybertruck's range while towing. This odd solution addresses EV range limitations, a problem also faced by gas vehicles.
GM Engine Recall: L87 V8 Failure, Bearing Issues & Lawsuit
GM's recall N252494000 addresses potential L87 V8 engine failures (Silverado, Sierra, etc.) due to bearing issues. Concerns persist about the recall's effectiveness and a class-action lawsuit has been filed.
TikTok’s ‘Prindle’ Problem: Rotary Shifters and Driver Frustration
TikTok user Jass highlights a design flaw: rotary shifters positioned near volume knobs causing accidental gear shifts. NHTSA investigations into Ram trucks and Stellantis rotary shifters raise safety concerns and driver frustration.
EV Market Recalibration: Demand, Growth & Future Trends
Experts predict a recalibration period for the EV market with fluctuating demand and slower growth. Tax credit expiration and other factors impact the post-subsidy era, but long-term EV adoption remains inevitable. Growth return.
GM: Cadillac Leads Luxury EV Sales + Future EV Plans
Cadillac leads luxury EV sales in Q3 with Lyriq, Optiq, and Vistiq. GM's EV sales surged +103% vs. 2024. Equinox is top non-Tesla EV. New Bolt EV coming 2027.