Journal
Six-plus EVs, every Supercharger stop, service visit, and honest take.
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Inside the Cyber Odyssey V2 Cybertruck Build
Brian's V2 Cyber Odyssey Cybertruck is all Unplugged Performance: steel bumpers, beadlock wheels, BFGoodrich tires, and a 48V native light bar. A full walk-around of the build.
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Tesla Standard Trim Price: Is It Actually Too High?
Tesla's new Standard trims sparked sticker shock online — mine included. After comparing the real competition, my take changed fast.
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SoCal EV Event at Bates Nut Farm
Drove the Juniper down to Valley Center for the SoCal EV event at Bates Nut Farm. Custom wraps, a Lucid Gravity, a full row of Cybertrucks, and beef jerky.
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Rivian R1S Cargo Crossbars: Install, Wind Noise, and a Glass Roof Warning
Installed the official Rivian cargo crossbars on the R1S using referral points. Full install walkthrough, garage clearance numbers, and a freeway wind noise test.
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BestEVMod Cybertruck Storage: Dash Organizer, LCD Tray, and Bed Net
BestEVMod sent five storage accessories for the Cybertruck — LCD protector, dash organizer, under-screen tray, L-track cleats, and a bed cargo net. Here's what actually works.
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EV Confessions: Reese Built a One-of-a-Kind Custom Model 3
Reese — aka TeslaRap — turned a 2021 Model 3 into a carbon fiber widebody masterpiece. 93K miles later, he'd do it all over again.
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First Cyberbeast Launch: 2026 Model S & X at ACG Ontario
Got my first-ever Cyberbeast launch at the ACG car meet in Ontario, plus hands-on impressions of the 2026 Model S and X that hit harder than expected.
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A2ZEV Typhoon Recall: My Experience and Timeline
A2ZEV recalled the original Typhoon adapter after Tesla raised concerns. Here's what triggered it, the replacement timeline, and how the Pro compares.
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Vion Roof Shade + Cabin Air Filter: Rivian R1S Review
Installed the Vion roof shade and cabin air filter on my Rivian R1S at the Adventure Network — done while charging. Here's whether they're worth it.
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Cybertruck Off-Grid Stargazing: Joshua Tree Night Trip
Took the Cybertruck on a spontaneous Joshua Tree stargazing run — Starlink off-grid, Falken AT4W efficiency numbers, and a very dark sky.
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Cybertruck Trade-in Confession + Tesla's New Subscriptions
I actually submitted a trade-in on the Cybertruck. Here's what Tesla offered, why I walked away, and what to know about Tesla's new protection subscriptions.
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Jowua Model Y Juniper Combo Pack: Full Install Review
Nine Jowua pieces for the Model Y Juniper — floor mats, trunk liners, seatback protectors, vent covers, and a frunk liner. Here's how every piece fits.
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Cybertruck Tires at 14K Miles: Falken Wildpeak AT4W Upgrade
Forgot to rotate my Cybertruck tires and paid for it at 14K miles. Here's what the Falken Wildpeak AT4W costs, how the install went, and what to do after.
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Model Y Juniper Mud Flaps and Trunk Sill from BestEVMod
BestEVMod sent over two accessories for the Model Y Juniper. How the TPE trunk sill protector and mud flaps install and whether they're worth adding early.
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HaloBlk HaloDisc 2 Wheel Covers on the Model Y Juniper
HaloBlk HaloDisc 2 on the Model Y Juniper's 19-inch Crossflow wheels. How the center lock cap system installs and what they look like on a white Juniper.
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2025 Rivian R1S Owner Review: Likes, Dislikes, and Bugs
Two months and 2,400 miles in the 2025 Rivian R1S Dual-Motor. Here's what I love, what needs work, and the bugs still waiting on a fix.
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Model Y Juniper Real-World Efficiency After 400 Miles
Four days in, 400 miles on the Juniper, and the numbers are already better than my old Performance. Here are the actual commute stats and first Supercharger session.
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Rivian R1S All-Weather Floor Mats: Not What I Expected
Rivian's OEM all-weather floor mats protect well against liquids. But the fitment on the second and third row was a real surprise for a first-party accessory.
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Rivian R1S: 2,200 Miles In and the Plates Are Finally On
Two months after R1S delivery, I'm finally putting the plates on. Here's what 2,200 miles of real Rivian ownership looks like — plus practical install tips.
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Model Y Juniper: What I Actually Paid
How I stacked $10,483 in discounts on a Juniper: inventory deal, ID.me, loyalty, and the federal tax credit. Plus trade-in, financing, and insurance numbers.