I watched a video where a fellow car enthusiast installed a tow hook on their SUV and discovered there's no rear bumper beam! Does anyone who owns one know if it's true that there isn't one?

I watched a video where a fellow car enthusiast installed a tow hook on their SUV and discovered there's no rear bumper beam! Does anyone who owns one know if it's true that there isn't one?

Choosing your first car is always exciting! Between the Hongqi E-HS9 and the Mercedes E-Class, both have their own unique features. If your wife is prone to motion sickness, comfort is key. Generally, the Mercedes E-Class is known for its smooth ride and luxurious interior, which might provide a more comfortable experience. However, the Hongqi E-HS9, being an SUV, offers a spacious cabin that could also be beneficial for comfort. It's best to test drive both to see which one feels better for your needs. 😊

Any experts can tell me how to change the right low beam light? The right one isn't working, and I really can't get my hands in there. I've got the light but can't install it.

Hey guys, has anyone here modified their tow hook and installed a winch?

Sure, here you go: 1. For the dash cam and Sentry Mode, can I get a larger SSD? I saw some videos where people used a 1TB SSD and it worked. 2. Is there a specific anti-insect screen for the Model X? Can the one used for the Model Y be used on the X? Should I buy it and bring it for installation during delivery? 3. Can the integrated charging hub used for the Model Y's center console be used on the Model X?

Is it reliable to convert a naturally aspirated engine to a supercharged one? Is it even legal? I got all excited watching those videos. My little car turning into a 1.5T.

I've had the car for about a month now, and honestly, I feel like it's a great fit for younger drivers. The design is sporty, and the interior space turned out to be better than I expected, so I didn’t hesitate to go ahead and place the order. At first glance, the look is pretty standard — nothing too flashy — and the car sits lower than most other SUVs. So far, I’ve driven around 600 km. Fuel consumption is currently between 8.8 to 9 L/100 km, mostly city driving. I haven’t taken it on the highway much yet, but I believe the fuel economy will improve over time. Acceleration is quite strong — it uses the same engine as the Civic — though I don't push it hard often; I only tried flooring it once just to see how it feels. The rearview camera is clear, and I didn’t install a 360° system since I’m used to using the mirrors, but I might add it later — blind spots are always a risk. Friends and coworkers who sat in the back all said the space felt pretty good. What annoyed me the most is the infotainment system. Wireless CarPlay has a 1–2 second delay, which isn’t terrible but still noticeable. I’ve seen people online claim some versions have zero delay — not sure how true that is. The voice assistant is also a bit frustrating; it sometimes activates randomly in the middle of a conversation and starts talking out of nowhere! The horn also sounds cheap — one guy compared it to an electric scooter and honestly, I couldn’t agree more. Another weird thing: there’s no one-touch window up/down feature, which feels like a missed basic feature. And the sound insulation is weak — you can clearly hear wind and tire noise, especially at higher speeds. I usually end up turning up the music just to drown it out — maybe that's just typical for Japanese cars? Overall though, as my first car, I’m pretty satisfied. I don’t have much experience with other cars yet, so this is just my perspective. Hope it helps anyone considering this car — no offense intended to anyone!