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Rivian R1T Owner Says His Truck Has Been Out For Repairs For Eight Months

Rivian R1T Owner Says His Truck Has Been Out For Repairs For Eight Months

An owner drove his R1T to the service center to replace a damaged side camera. Almost a year later, Rivian still hasn’t returned it.
By Suvrat Kothari Dec 26 2023
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Tesla Cybertruck Parts Catalog Reveals Clues About Repair Costs

Tesla Cybertruck Parts Catalog Reveals Clues About Repair Costs

$75 for a wiper blade, $550 for a fender, and $470 for a replacement 35" tire.
By Rob Stumpf Dec 15 2023
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24:25 This 1.2 Million-Mile Tesla Model S Is On Its 14th Motor, Fourth Battery Pack

This 1.2 Million-Mile Tesla Model S Is On Its 14th Motor, Fourth Battery Pack

It's the highest-mileage Tesla in existence.
By Eric Loveday Dec 5 2023
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The Tesla Cybertruck Could Be An Insurance And Repair Nightmare

The Tesla Cybertruck Could Be An Insurance And Repair Nightmare

DeLorean enthusiasts, body shop technicians, and insurance agents all weigh in on Tesla's stainless steel truck.
By Kevin Williams Dec 5 2023
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EVs Are Far More Reliable Than PHEVs, But Still More Problematic Than ICE Cars

EVs Are Far More Reliable Than PHEVs, But Still More Problematic Than ICE Cars

CR’s 2023 Annual Auto Reliability Survey found that EVs have 79% more reliability problems on average than combustion cars.
By Iulian Dnistran Nov 29 2023
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UPDATE: Rivian’s ‘Fat Finger’ OTA Software Update Soft-Bricks R1T and R1S

UPDATE: Rivian’s ‘Fat Finger’ OTA Software Update Soft-Bricks R1T and R1S

A botched software update has soft-bricked some Rivian vehicles that, in some cases, may require physical repair.
By Rob Stumpf Nov 15 2023
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This Tesla Model 3 Used To Stink Inside. Here’s How The Owner Fixed It

This Tesla Model 3 Used To Stink Inside. Here’s How The Owner Fixed It

A design flaw allows water to get to the cabin air filters.
By Iulian Dnistran Nov 10 2023
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Tesla EVs Cost More To Repair Than Gas Cars, But There’s More To The Story

Tesla EVs Cost More To Repair Than Gas Cars, But There’s More To The Story

Average repair costs for Teslas were $1,347 higher than gasoline vehicles in the previous quarter.
By Iulian Dnistran Oct 20 2023
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EVs Are More Expensive To Repair In Collisions, Study Finds

EVs Are More Expensive To Repair In Collisions, Study Finds

While EVs are more costly to fix in the event of a collision, they are more likely to remain drivable.
By Andrew Lambrecht Aug 28 2023
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Rivian Limits Warranty For Dual Motor R1T And R1S Vehicles

Rivian Limits Warranty For Dual Motor R1T And R1S Vehicles

Rivian reduces its 5-year basic warranty to 4-years when opting for the lower-priced Dual Motor R1T and R1S.
By Andrew Lambrecht Jul 30 2023
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What Regular Maintenance Is Required For An EV?

What Regular Maintenance Is Required For An EV?

There are some important check-ups you’ll need to be aware of if you’re driving an EV
By EVANNEX Jul 19 2023
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Meet The Firm Aiming To Make EV Repairs Easier

Meet The Firm Aiming To Make EV Repairs Easier

EV Service Pros is a new company aiming to alleviate the difficulties with servicing electric cars.
By Andrew Lambrecht Jun 14 2023
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19:52 Tesla Model Y At 50K Miles: Owner Explains Why It’s The Best-Selling Car

Tesla Model Y At 50K Miles: Owner Explains Why It’s The Best-Selling Car

The Tesla Model Y was the world’s best-selling car in the first quarter of 2023.
By Suvrat Kothari Jun 10 2023
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12:49 Tesla Model Y Owner Shares 8 Reasons To Avoid The Electric SUV

Tesla Model Y Owner Shares 8 Reasons To Avoid The Electric SUV

A Tesla Model Y owner sheds light on range anxiety, service, tire wear, charging times, and other potential dealbreakers
By Suvrat Kothari May 24 2023
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15:34 Rivian R1T Under The Microscope: Owner Reveals Several Issues At 18K Miles

Rivian R1T Under The Microscope: Owner Reveals Several Issues At 18K Miles

Ben Sullins lists the problems he has faced with the Rivian R1T’s driver assistance features, maintenance, and more.
By Suvrat Kothari May 23 2023
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Is Tesla’s 4680 Structural Battery Pack Serviceable? Sandy Munro Explains In New Video

Is Tesla’s 4680 Structural Battery Pack Serviceable? Sandy Munro Explains In New Video

It seems there’s a way of removing all the putty that seals everything.
By Iulian Dnistran Apr 13 2023
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New Data: Only 1.5% Of EVs Have Had Non-Recall Battery Replacements

New Data: Only 1.5% Of EVs Have Had Non-Recall Battery Replacements

The highest percentage of replacements apply to the Chevy Bolt EV and Hyundai Kona EV, which were part of a battery recall.
By Steven Loveday Mar 27 2023
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Car Insurers Lack Data About EV Batteries, Repair, And Replacement

Car Insurers Lack Data About EV Batteries, Repair, And Replacement

The insurance companies want more battery data going forward, otherwise, they may have the entire pack replaced even for a scratch.
By Steven Loveday Mar 21 2023
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Tesla Owner Sues For High-Priced Parts And Service, Lack Of Options

Tesla Owner Sues For High-Priced Parts And Service, Lack Of Options

A Tesla owner filed a class action lawsuit claiming the EV maker has created a monopoly that may leave owners in a tight spot.
By Steven Loveday Mar 15 2023
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00:51 Servicing Teslas And Other EVs: Interview, Miami EV Garage's Jose Roura

Servicing Teslas And Other EVs: Interview, Miami EV Garage's Jose Roura

EV Garage Tech Lead Jose Roura has been working with EVs for years, with experience at Tesla and BMW's hybrid and electric offerings.
By EVANNEX Mar 14 2023
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Tesla To Charge $450 To Upgrade Older EVs For CCS Adapter Use

Tesla To Charge $450 To Upgrade Older EVs For CCS Adapter Use

Tesla now offers a CCS adapter so owners can charge outside the Supercharger network, but older vehicles will need to be retrofitted.
By Steven Loveday Feb 28 2023
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12:40 Rivian R1T Damaged By Puddle: Owner Recounts Service Experience

Rivian R1T Damaged By Puddle: Owner Recounts Service Experience

If you're in the market for an EV from a startup like Rivian, it's important to understand how the service component works.
By Steven Loveday Feb 5 2023
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Tesla To Massively Ramp Up Service Hirings As Demand Grows Amid Price Cuts

Tesla To Massively Ramp Up Service Hirings As Demand Grows Amid Price Cuts

The American EV maker has almost 100 new job listings for vehicle service in California alone.
By Iulian Dnistran Jan 24 2023
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04:46 How Often Do Tesla's Batteries Fail? How About Tesla's Motors?

How Often Do Tesla's Batteries Fail? How About Tesla's Motors?

Tesla's batteries and motors can certainly fail, but it doesn't likely happen as often as some people think.
By Steven Loveday Nov 27 2022
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