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Car Questions

Auto reporters cover and answer to simple car questions.

By Denis Flierl on
Imagine making a $350,000 mistake at your job. If you did, what do you think your employer would do? See what happens when a Mercedes-Benz GM finds out his dealership loaded a $350,000 AMG G 63 on the wrong transport truck. Check out the bizarre story.
By Denis Flierl on
How much does it cost to replace a 2022 Toyota Corolla headlight? 'You don't want to know,' the parts store told Derek when he inquired about replacing it. It could total more than $1,500 for parts and labor. Here is what all Corolla owners need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
If you had thieves steal gas from your vehicle, you know how Marco feels. However, it's much worse for Marco, who owns a Ram pickup. It features a special polyethylene gas tank, which is expensive to replace. Here's what all Ram owners need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
If you're considering a new 2025 Tesla Cybertruck, now may be the ideal time to make a purchase. Greg just purchased a CT and got 0% financing. But there was a catch. Here is what Cybertruck owners need to know. Find out what Greg named his new truck. 
By Denis Flierl on
What happens when you don't treat customers right? They leave and go across the street to your competitor. Jenna was ready to buy a 2025 Audi Q5 but was lied to by the salesperson. So, she went to Mercedes. Here is how Audi lost a paying customer. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Save gas and money on these models recommended by Consumer Reports automotive experts.
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine owning a truck with which you have a love-hate relationship. That's what Andre says about his 2023 Toyota Tacoma pickup. He's ready to get rid of it and buy a Tundra truck, which potentially has engine problems. What would you do in his situation?
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Kia Sorento buyer says the only way she could afford to buy the new car was to get a Beacon from State Farm that lowered her insurance enough for her to afford the higher car payment. Is this a new trend in car sales or an isolated incident?
By Timothy Boyer on
Here's the latest update on choosing a great SUV that's both fuel-efficient and reliable, courtesy of Consumer Reports' new listing of the best Hybrid SUV models priced under $35,000.
By Rob Enderle on
The ideal EV would blend the Lucid Air Sapphire's unparalleled performance and range with the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance's accessible price, attractive design, and robust dealer support.
By Denis Flierl on
How many Toyota Tundra owners are getting a new engine, and are some outside the recall window? According to Aaron, the owner of a 2023 Tundra, the dealer states that they cannot provide a new engine and will only repair it. What owners need to know now.
By Timothy Boyer on
Choose a great SUV at an incentive-reduced price, as per Consumer Reports' recently released list of recommendations for the best new SUV choices available today, which includes 5 Ford models.
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase Toyota Highlander owner B.M., who has lost one tire and now is fearful she will need to buy a set of four since her car is all-wheel drive. Let’s see if this is true or not, and what options are available to her.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is what Consumer Reports analysts have to say about which Hybrid SUVs are the proven best within a price range of $35,000 to $45,000 right now that offers the best choice between gasoline and electric vehicles.
By Denis Flierl on
Do you need an induction service cleaning for your Toyota RAV4? Jason says the Toyota dealer says he needs it done. But it's not listed in the 30K service menu. Is it a scam, like Jason thinks, or is it a legitimate service performed by the dealer?  
By Denis Flierl on
Is it cheaper to tow a trailer with a Tesla Cybertruck or a Ford F-350 Super Duty Diesel? Here is Joseph's towing experience with his Cybertruck and why he thinks it would have been cheaper with his Ford F-350 Diesel that was in the shop. 
By Denis Flierl on
You can learn a great deal about a car from its owner after they've owned it for a year. Curt and his wife purchased a 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid a year ago. However, he has a warning for buyers. Check out what he says about the compact SUV before you buy. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Consumer Reports analysts have just updated their list of the "cheapest new cars" in America, revealing lower prices compared to their previous listing, and the surprising loss of two formerly recommended models, with two new ones in their place.
By Denis Flierl on
How bad can it get? A new Chevrolet Traverse owner does not want to be let down again. It's now twice in three months that her check engine light has lit up the dash. Is it a serious problem? It could be, so here's what Chevy Traverse owners need to know.
By Denis Flierl on
If it wasn't bad enough that Cole’s 2024 Toyota Tacoma transmission died with only 15,000 miles on the truck, he has now waited over a month for it to be fixed. Additionally, the Toyota dealer has not contacted him via text or email to provide an update. 
By Denis Flierl on
Why are EV trucks like the Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T, and GM's trucks not meeting expectations? They fall short of truck buyers who use them for work, towing, and taking long trips. "They are a pain in the ass," one expert says. 
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Volkswagen Atlas have transmission issues that customers should be aware of? Yes, and here is one customer's amazing story. She purchased a 2025 Atlas SUV, and now, after two days and only 29 miles, the transmission needs to be replaced. 
By Denis Flierl on
Is this a case of dealer fraud or just pure negligence on the part of a Toyota dealer? Check out Gabby and Jesse’s unbelievable story of what they found after they had an oil change on their 2025 Toyota Tundra. Here is what customers should be aware of.
By Timothy Boyer on
Tesla owner makes a classic car maintenance mistake that ruined his car's finish.
By Timothy Boyer on
A recent social media interest group has alerted Toyota owners to a Toyota OEM parts sale that ends soon. However, even if you miss this kind of deal, here is how you can snag the next one.
By Denis Flierl on
Here is another Cadillac Escalade that is ready for a new engine. The $100,000 luxury vehicle has only 12,000 miles and is ready to go into the shop for an engine swap. What is GM doing about it? Here is a report that all GM buyers should be aware of. 
By Denis Flierl on
Will has a Tesla Cybertruck, and it's his first visit to the service center. He has six issues that need fixing on his new electric truck, and he's not the only owner with problems. Does Tesla have quality control issues? What are other CT owners saying?
By Denis Flierl on
Dawn's 2023 Toyota RAV4 is experiencing recurring issues the dealer is unable to resolve. They needed her car for 3 days to "replicate" a problem she'd already described. She only has one car, making it more inconvenient. Can you relate to her dilemma?
By Denis Flierl on
Michael had his 2026 Tesla Model Y Juniper for a week, put 200 miles on the new car, and the hub cap flew off while he was driving on the highway, damaging his door. Is this a common problem for the Model Y, or is it an isolated issue with his Model Y? 
By Timothy Boyer on
Are Tesla owners divided amongst themselves? Here's a conflict over what you can and can't put on your Tesla today.