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Introduction Hi everyone, this is Suzuki from EcoDrive. If you’re new to the US — whether you’ve recently moved here from Europe, the UK, Japan, Australia, Canada, or anywhere else with a national VAT or GST — one of the first things that probably surprised you is how taxes work at the cash register. Here’s […]

Introduction Hello everyone. This is Suzuki from Eco Drive. When you’re shopping for a car in the U.S., it pays to look beyond the sticker price. Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) — sometimes just called “cost to own” — rolls fuel, insurance, depreciation, maintenance, and repairs into a single per-mile number, which is the honest […]

Introduction Hi everyone, this is Suzuki from Eco Drive. Today we’re breaking down how much it actually costs to own a car in the U.S. I’ve been living in the U.S. for about 20 years now, and that entire time I’ve been working in the auto industry. I’ve personally driven a wide range of cars […]

Introduction: The Charm and Challenges of the Tesla Model X Hey everyone — Suzuki here at EcoDrive. This article walks through the good points and drawbacks of the Tesla Model X, based on my real-world experience after roughly two years of daily ownership. I’ve also spent time behind the wheel of the Model 3 and […]

This article walks you through the key points you need to know when selling a car in the Los Angeles area. We cover everything from California’s unique procedures and paperwork to the different ways you can sell, plus our picks for the top buyers in town — so even first-time sellers can feel confident throughout […]

Introduction Hey everyone, this is Suzuki from EcoDrive. Today I want to talk about the differences in prices between Japan and the U.S. I actually went back to Japan recently for the first time in a while, and the price gap I experienced was pretty shocking. So I’d like to share that experience with you […]

Tesla Model 3: Real-World Assessment from 2 Years of Ownership Hello, this is Suzuki from EcoDrive. Today I’ll be providing a more detailed analysis of the Tesla Model 3’s strengths and weaknesses based on my 2 years of ownership experience. Rather than just listing specifications and features, I’ll share practical evaluations that have emerged through […]

Hello everyone. This is Suzuki from EcoDrive. Today’s topic is “Comparing Hydrogen Cars and Electric Vehicles” from a consumer perspective. Since I have experience driving a hydrogen car for a while, I think I can share some useful insights from a consumer’s point of view. 【Video Version Available Here】 Analysis Based on Real Experience The […]

Introduction For tourists visiting San Francisco, choosing the right transportation can make or break the comfort of your trip. Among the options, the fully autonomous self-driving taxi “Waymo” is attracting attention as a new choice. Waymo is the culmination of technology born from Google’s self-driving project, offering a service that safely transports passengers to their […]

Auto Insurance in California: A Beginner’s Guide for New and International Drivers This article explains the essentials of U.S. auto insurance—especially for drivers who are new to California. The first half covers the basics of American auto insurance, and the second half dives into the current insurance landscape in California. 【Video Version Available Here】 Basic […]