A few months ago I bought my first EV, a 2019 e-Golf. I selected the e-Golf not only because the price was quite attractive (even before the expected $4,000 tax credit) but because I like how it drives with a solid structure, excellent outward visibility, and composed-yet-agile handling. The last is partly due to the e-Golf’s curb weight. At under… More →
Author: Michael
Annual surveys still aren’t a good idea
In the past, we conducted the Car Reliability Survey every quarter because people’s memories didn’t seem good enough to go much longer between surveys. Well, we now have proof that solid stats cannot be derived from annual surveys–even though both Consumer Reports and JD Power have long relied on these. The survey conducted earlier this year covered all of 2021.… More →
Updated Car Reliability Information, Through the End of 2019
We’ve continued to survey a small number of models (mostly Teslas) every six months, and now have updated stats on these covering through the end of 2019. Looking good: 2017-2018 Audi A4 / A5 / etc. 2017 Audi Q7 (no repairs reported by 20 owners during 2019), 2018 Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain 2018 Honda Accord 2016-2018 Mazda CX-5 2017-2018… More →
Updated Reliability Stats for Select Car Models Through the End of 2018
Truedelta recerntly surveyed owners of a select number of models and model years, most of them recently introduced. We thought our reliability information on these models would most benefit from a special survey covered through the end of 2018. We surveyed all Tesla models. When data from the second half of 2018 are added, the 2017-2018 Model 3 improved from… More →
Car Reliability Survey Results, 48th Round
At the end of August we updated our car reliability stats for the 48th time. The stats now cover through the end of June, 2018, putting them over a year ahead of the car reliability information you’ll find elsewhere. These stats include the Tesla Model 3 plus the redesigned Accord, Camry, and Equinox, among others. Which have been reliable? With… More →
The End of the Quarterly Car Reliability Survey, and of Free New Memberships
A big thank you to everyone who has helped with TrueDelta’s Car Reliability Survey. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished together. Over the past twelve years we’ve helped countless people. Unfortunately, maintaining traffic and revenue (on top of operating the site) has become far too much work for two people. So we’ve made the difficult decision that the July 2018… More →
Car Reliability Stats–Now Covering Through March 31, 2018
We’ve posted the 47th update of our car reliability stats. These cover through March 31, 2018, so about 11 months ahead of those you’ll find elsewhere. Some quick observations: The redesigned Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain rarely required repairs. Congrats to GM for a clean launch. The Chrysler Pacifica has worsened in its second model year. I’ve been meaning to… More →
First Domestic Chinese Auto Maker to Sell Cars in the U.S.?
You can already buy a few Chinese-made cars in North America, including the Buick Envision, Cadillac CT6 hybrid, and Volvo S60 Inscription, but not yet any from a Chinese company. Which of the many Chinese auto makers will be first? Based on a presentation at NAIAS (the Detroit Auto Show), GAC now seems to be the leading contender. Who’s GAC?… More →
Most Disappointing New Car at the 2018 NAIAS
Most disappointing new car at NAIAS: the 2018 Ford EcoSport. Ford dragged its feet on importing this small crossover from India (a first for the U.S. market). But the segment has become so hot that, like Chevrolet with the Trax, it decided it had to offer it. Ford claims to have thoroughly upgraded the EcoSport to make it suitable for… More →
My Favorite Design from the 2018 NAIAS
Lexus LF-1 Limitless, a crossover companion for the LS sedan and LC coupe. I expect a future production Lexus to closely resemble this concept.