This! Defining Luxury based on price point is stupid. An F-350 Lariat starts at $62.5k, King Ranch $77k, Platinum is $78k, and Limited is $98k. Are these Luxury since they are above $60k? How about the $48k F350 XL Regular Cab Vinyl Bench with the $12.5k Diesel Option for $60k? Is that still a Luxury vehicle since its…

Sounds like another crack at the BMW i3 REX to me...

So the point of EVs is to reduce weight so that less batteries go further. Yet the IRS is using outdated GVWRs to determine what is a sedan vs a CUV/SUV, etc. Either make it Occupant Loan (ie 5 passenger = $55,000 cap, and 7+ passenger = $80,000 cap) or something more black and white. I don’t see how the VW ID4 RWD is…

Did he pay extra for the Undercarriage cleaning?

If you were in an EV (w/ a Range Extender) why not go all the way. The Chevy Bolt EUV for under $30k after the IRS rebate of $7500 off.

Or if you need a Hybrid, the new Prius is available in AWD and is a looker shockingly. Lastly, used Model 3s are in the price range, but they are the new Camry’s. If you want…

I agree. I get people need more space. But this is where GM releasing the a 9000 pound Hummer Truck and SUV as its entry in EVs after the Bolt shows we’ve learned nothing.

EVs are already heavy with a ton of batteries. For as much as I’m not a fan of Elon, Tesla employees have done some cool things making American cars…

Any additional burden will punish the bottom disproportionate to the top. But, eliminating the complexity and grift/pork in taxes does more good then harm. No one is saying the poor should not receive assistance. I am still in a favor of UBI as it streamlines multiple agencies (food stamps, unemployment, social…

1st: Tesla used cars are bound to drop. They have always been a discount based on the current new car price. With the IRA qualifying Tesla for rebates for 2023, we saw this first hand in Dec 2022 where Tesla offered the same $7500 rebate to buy now instead of waiting for 2023. I suspect used Tesla prices will drop the…

A better Honda/Acura vehicle to learn on, the 2009-2014 Acura TL SH-AWD 6sp. These cars hold their value, forgiving, and not as much torque steer. Plus the torque vectoring AWD can also protect your ass if you get too overzealous at times.

As an owner of a 2003 Dakota Quad/Crew Cab Sport with the 5.9 V8 (350LbFt was nuts), AWD/4WD/RWD, 9.25" LSD Rear, Tow Package, and disc brakes all around ... I mean it was one of the best, most honest Mid-Size (not full-size, not compact) trucks PERIOD. Outside of the seats being crap, even in the upgrade leather…

I think the Maverick proves what the Baja, Santa Cruz, and Gen1 Ridgeline got wrong... a Flat Bed matters. Something the Holden Ute even did not get right. (The Gen2 Ridgeline screwed up by putting a Pilot face on a Truck instead of the Passport face on.)

Ford can’t make enough Mavericks to keep up with demand... What…

93 Toyota Tercel Coupe. 3sp. No ABS. The Tercel was so bad, Toyota decided to drop the name for its replacement, the Toyota Echo, which it replaced again for the Yaris.

I think it was left unsaid... but the “ain’t aint broke don’t fix” is in relation to get another Honda. Just wait for the 2023 Pilot. Or 2024 Kia EV9 if you want EV since you mentioned Rivian. Or a Telluride now if you don’t want to wait.

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. You have a Honda Odyssey and Honda Accord you are both happy with. The 2023 Honda Pilot looks great. If you want a little more space, I would also recommend the Kia Telluride. Since you mentioned Rivian R1S, its worth noting you might not get one until 2024 anyways if you place an…

Is this Repair or Service and Maintenance? Considering many GM Volt/Bolt and Toyota Prius owners may also own a Tesla, I wouldn’t be surprised if Toyota is also doing the same thing with so many local dealers compared to Tesla’s spread out Service Centers.

For $30k, the answer is the Fiat 124 (aka Miata with the Italian Stripes)

I get upscale Lexus ES vibes here without the look at me Lexus grille. Not bad.

So what they did up until 2008 before they died, but now Electric. If the Hummer EV was built from the Silverado EV (aka Avalanche) Platform (aka a 1500 a la a F150 to Lightning) this might have been lighter. And even the Lightning is 6500 pounds (almost 35% more then its ICE). Not to give Tesla too much credit, but a…

Agreed. I’ve generally found the 3rd row is great for under 5.5' tall folks. But those folks are also smaller/skinnier. The 3 seats in the 3rd row makes complete sense. Having a 2/2/3 or 2/3/2 vehicle go to a 2/2-3/3 setup is reserved for only minivan’s usually. Combine the AWD that many seek in areas with inclement we…

This is easy. Subaru Crosstrek. The Manual is what throws a slight curveball. The EyeSight system is a great tool for young drivers and we’ve discussed how insurance is pretty reasonable on these vehicles due to this system. Unfortunately, Subaru only offers it standard with the CVT and not the manual. But with AWD…