Plug-in Hybrids Rack Up 80% More Issues Than Gas Cars, Says Consumer Reports
Once hailed as a smart bridge between gas and electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids are now under scrutiny for their reliability.
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The US Auto Industry Is Under Pressure as Tariffs and Losses from EV Impact Third-Quarter Profits
Tariffs, rising costs, and global tensions are squeezing U.S. automakers as Ford, GM, and Tesla head into Q3 earnings, testing the industry’s resilience and drawing sharp investor attention.
This Diesel-Powered Mercedes-Benz S-Class Was $93K—Now It’s a $12K Hidden Gem
Once a $93,000 luxury sedan, the 2013 Mercedes S350 Bluetec now sells for around $12K, offering diesel efficiency, strong torque, and classic S-Class comfort in an overlooked used market gem.
“Dead After 5,000 Miles”: Drivers Rage Over Toyota and Subaru’s EV Battery Failures
Several Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra owners in the US are reporting repeated breakdowns due to premature failures of their 12-volt batteries.
Toyota Boosts Range of Its First Electric SUV And Drops Prices
Toyota has updated its bZ4X electric SUV, improving both its range and pricing. The new model now offers up to 573 kilometers of autonomy, a noticeable increase over the previous version.
They Buried a Brand-New 1975 Chevy Vega as a Time Capsule. 50 Years Later, It’s Unearthed
A 1975 Chevrolet Vega has reappeared in Seward, Nebraska, after being sealed underground for half a century. The car, placed in what is described as the world’s largest time capsule, shows zero miles on the odometer and has retained its vivid yellow paint and brown interior despite decades in storage.
Here’s the BZ7: Toyota’s electric car with Xiaomi and Huawei that feels like the future
Toyota has revealed its new flagship electric sedan, developed in collaboration with Chinese tech giants Xiaomi and Huawei.
Twelve Years Later, This Oldest Luxury Sedan Still Holds Its Place in the US Market
The Lexus IS has remained on the market since 2013, making it the longest-running new luxury sedan in the US. Rather than launch a new generation, Lexus has extended its life through steady updates and styling tweaks.
These Are the Most Reliable Land Rovers You Can Buy in 2025
Despite Land Rover’s persistent reputation for questionable dependability, a handful of 2025 models have emerged as standouts in terms of reliability.
BYD: The Biggest Scam in Automotive History?
BYD overtook Tesla in 2024 to become the global leader in electric vehicles. Behind this success lies a contested model: hidden debt, quality concerns, and heavy reliance on subsidies. Industrial triumph or global risk?
Report: Ford F-150 Electric Adopting Lightning Name
The Ford F-150 all-electric prototype Photo: Ford With production set to spark up in mid-2022, we should be getting our first glimpses of the all-electric Ford F-150 any ol’ time now. When that day comes, it may very well be introduced under a familiar name: the Ford F-150 Lightning. F-150 Wins Again: Latest F-150 named…
Chevy Sells 1 Millionth Spark Worldwide
Chevy Sells 1 Millionth Spark Worldwide ©GM Chevrolet has reached an important milestone for its supermini car: in a rather brief time, the automaker has sold its 1 millionth Spark worldwide. The Chevy Spark is currently sold in 71 markets, including right here in the good old US of A. Also among those markets is…
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Earlier this month, several sources reached out to GM Authority with a… Everybody loves Friday. Everybody, it seems, except for General Motors. First, news… Yesterday, General Motors announced that it is expanding its previous recall of…
Behind the Badge: Decoding the Misunderstood Chrysler Pentastar & FCA's New Logo
How did this original Chrysler logo originate? And what does the Pentastar represent? Despite being purchased by Fiat and forming a new corporation, Chrysler’s iconic logos still persist in our memory to this day–especially the company’s signature Pentastar. But what do Chrysler’s logos mean? You’ll be surprised to discover they’re not what you think. [wptab…
The 5 Best Classic Country Songs Inspired by Chevrolet
Chevrolet vehicles have appeared in more than their fair share of classic country songs — you could even say that the two go together like George Jones and Tammy Wynette (a pair you’ll hear from shortly). Want proof? Here are five of the best classic country tunes inspired by Chevy. Are You Ready for the…
