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You're Worrying About The Wrong EV Batteries

The big, expensive batteries are dead reliable. It's the puny 12-volts that are causing problems.

Mar 6 2025 -

EV Battery Degradation Just Isn't Much Of An Issue

A British EV dealer analyzed 300 used EVs, and the results are more proof that you don't have to worry about your car's battery.

Jan 24 2025 -

Tesla Wanted $3,000 To Fix A Dented Cybertruck. The Owner Fixed It For $25

Being resourceful has its advantages.

Dec 21 2024 -

This Brand New Nissan Leaf Has Been Bricked For Two Months

Out of Spec leased a brand new Nissan Leaf. Less than 500 miles later, it died, and it's stayed dead for over two months.

Oct 12 2024 -

Getting Fisker Oceans Fixed Just Got Way Easier

New service locations are open for business and are equipped with Fisker's diagnostic tool, the Fisker Owners Association said.

Sep 25 2024 -

Chevy Equinox EV Owners Face Huge Repair Delays: ‘It’s Frustrating’

General Motors said there’s no parts shortage for the Equinox EV. Some owners disagree.

Sep 17 2024 -

Tesla Cybertruck Test Comes To A Grinding Halt. Literally

Edmunds waited four years to get its own Tesla Cybertruck. Then on the day of testing, it broke down.

Aug 16 2024 -

Bricked: This VinFast VF8 Stranded A Reviewer For Days, Then Fixed Itself

They were 500 miles from the nearest service center, and VinFast's inability to help is a cautionary tale to out-of-state buyers.

Aug 14 2024 -

Teslas Have The Lowest Maintenance Costs, Consumer Reports Finds

Tesla owners paid the least out of pocket for total maintenance, not including faults or collision repairs.

Aug 8 2024 -

This May Be The Dumbest And Laziest Anti-EV Take In History

In which "The Dumbest Automotive Channel On YouTube" lives up to its name.

Aug 3 2024 -

Why A Failed Startup’s Cheap EVs Are Piling Up In This Junkyard

Remember the ElectraMeccanica Solo? This is its final resting place.

Aug 2 2024 -

This Tesla Model S Taxi Has 430,000 Miles. Here's How Its Battery Holds Up

It's still on its first battery and hasn't had its electric motors replaced either.

Jul 17 2024 -

Wrecked Tesla Cybertruck Becomes DIY Repair Project. Here’s How It’s Going So Far

The controversial EV was T-boned by a Ford Edge in an intersection.

Jul 15 2024 -

EVs Still Have More Quality Problems. Here's Why

J.D. Power's newest Initial Quality Study shows that EVs and PHEVs have more issues than ICE cars. It's not the powertrain that's causing problems.

Jun 27 2024 -

Tesla Model Y Gigacast Repairs Have Improved Greatly

A few years ago, any collision damage to a gigacast element would have meant replacing the entire piece. That's no longer the case.

Jun 9 2024 -

This $10,100 Tesla Model S Got Brought Back From The 'Dead'

Just a little work brought it back from the dead. That’s a steal for a Model S P90D with plenty of life left in its battery.

Jun 7 2024 -

Repairing An EV Is 30% More Expensive On Average Than An ICE Vehicle. Here’s Why

Insurance data from Q1 2024 reveals the biggest reason for the cost difference. And no, it’s not because EVs are more expensive to buy.

Jun 4 2024 -

Study Finds Just 2.5% Of EVs Had Their Battery Replaced

Battery replacements are most common on early EVs that were built before 2015.

May 21 2024 -

Tesla Cybertruck's Stuck Accelerator Pedal Problem Creates 6,800-Pound Land Missile

A design flaw in the accelerator pedal has reportedly caused deliveries to be halted, potentially ahead of a recall.

Apr 15 2024 -

Cybertruck Teething Issues Have Tesla Owners Calling Tow Trucks

Someone needs to check on Cybertruck owners stat, because a few are not having a good time.

Apr 5 2024 -

UPDATE: This 1.24 Million-Mile Tesla Model S Is On Its 14th Motor, Fourth Battery Pack

It's the highest-mileage Tesla in existence.

Apr 4 2024 -

Here's How Difficult It Is To Clean A Tesla Cybertruck After A Long Road Trip

It's far from the simple bucket, soap and rag that's often used on painted cars.

Mar 27 2024 -

Ceramic-Coated Tesla Cybertruck Beads Water, Is Easier To Keep Clean

Here's how to prep and apply a special ceramic coating to achieve water beads.

Mar 25 2024 -

Tesla Cybertruck Has The 'Worst Panel Gap' MKBHD Has Ever Seen

Musk later confirmed that 15 Cybertrucks have been in service due to a gap caused by an improperly torqued door striker.

Mar 20 2024 -