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Car Questions

Auto reporters cover and answer to simple car questions.

By John Goreham on
Buying a new Ford F-150 can be stressful. If you are worried about the hard sell from the after-sales advisor and don't want to overpay for an extended warranty, we can help.
By Denis Flierl on
One shaky Ford F-150 trade-in and a hidden accident report later, this owner finally found his 2025 GMC Sierra "forever" rig. From towing through steep grades to parking next to the family Tesla, see why the SLT trim is Justin’s choice for reliability.
By John Goreham on
Many Tesla Model Y owners report that they can’t get the HVAC system to warm their feet in cold winter weather. This is not a matter of them being ignorant of how to work the car. We offer solutions that have helped fellow owners.
By Denis Flierl on
"Is the car I just bought really mine?" That’s the $50,000 question Ford and Toyota fans are asking this year. With new monitoring tech watching your every move, some are even trading down just to stay in control.
By Denis Flierl on
Forget the monthly nut. This 2026 Ram Rebel buyer shut down the trade-in talk, dodged the financing traps, and nuked the doc fees to zero. By hunting nationwide, he grabbed a GT for a steal. Here is the truck buyers blueprint for the win.
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine scoring a flagship pickup for thousands under market value, only to realize it might have a ticking time bomb under the hood. Is this the ultimate savvy buy or a high-stakes gamble on a lemon? One owner reveals the truth behind the deal.
By Denis Flierl on
One F-150 owner found out the hard way that maxing out suspension settings destroys ride quality. Before you touch those factory springs, learn the 2026 "Geometry Rule" to save your truck. What F-150 owners need to know.
By Denis Flierl on
Your Toyota key fob hides a powerful secret, but there’s a cold reality waiting for Highlander owners in 2026. This owner found the hidden remote start sequence, only to realize his SUV is holding his comfort hostage behind a digital paywall.
By Denis Flierl on
Tired of the service lounge "time tax"? One F-150 owner just exposed an industry secret: getting your 40k-mile maintenance done at home costs the exact same as the shop. Skip the 2-hour wait and let the experts come to you. Is dealership service dead?
By Denis Flierl on
“I’m sitting in the shop again.” This Toyota Prius owner isn’t just mad, he’s building a case. Discover why the sleekest new hybrid on the road has a hidden defect that’s costing owners thousands in premature rubber swaps before their first oil change.
By Denis Flierl on
Is the grass really greener, or just more expensive? One lifelong Chevy loyalist ditched his Silverado for a 2026 Toyota Tundra Platinum, but buyers' remorse is hitting hard. With $70K on the line, is the engine reliability hype a total nightmare?
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Tundra owner recently caught his dealer quietly reducing oil change intervals to 5K miles, contradicting Toyota’s 10K-mile manual. Is the 10K "marketing myth" finally dead? Master Techs say YES. Here’s why your V6 is at risk.
By Denis Flierl on
He’s owned 4 new Ram trucks, but his 2026 Hemi has a "jerky" secret. The dealer says it's just a "learning transmission," but after 2,100 miles, I’m not buying the excuse. If you feel a "bump" at 15 mph, here is the industry secret you need to know.
By Denis Flierl on
When your daily driver becomes a crime scene under dealership care, who pays the price? The Honda CR-V is now a wrecked liability with a "Carfax scarlet letter" after a service tech blew the airbags. Now, the clock's ticking, and she’s out of options.
By Denis Flierl on
Forget the owner’s manual; your morning routine is destroying that Ford F-150 drivetrain. One veteran driver is calling out "disheartening" shortcuts that cause hammering engines and clanking gears. Skip the idle time and you're begging for a nightmare.
By Denis Flierl on
Is your Toyota dealer upselling you, or has the Tacoma changed? One 5-time owner was shocked by a 60K spark plug demand: “I’ve never changed them before 100K -this is overkill!” Here’s the truth behind the 3.5L V6 mystery.
By Denis Flierl on
I’m seeing a loyalty crisis in Detroit. When a lifelong Bowtie fan is stranded by a 44,000-mile transmission failure and a 6-month parts wait, it’s a wake-up call. Here is my deep dive into why GM’s reliability reputation is on the line.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2019 Ford F-150 owner is left stranded after his 5.0L V8 began drinking a quart of oil every 150 miles. Here is why the dealer declined the repair and what every Coyote owner needs to know about their warranty rights in 2026.
By Denis Flierl on
Forget the "boring" sedan. This dad chose high-end leather and a smooth ride over traditional reliability, but at 220k miles, the gamble is real. Is a luxury truck worth the risk, or is he headed for a breakdown? See the plan to save it!
By Denis Flierl on
Even a Toyota isn’t safe from tech-overload. Why this 2025 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum owner is dropping $2,500 on a warranty despite the brand’s “bulletproof” reputation. Is the new sensor-heavy luxury a ticking time bomb?
By Denis Flierl on
One 2026 Toyota Tundra owner’s 2,500-mile road trip turned into a midnight nightmare when the radar failed. “Love the massage seats,” he says, but is Toyota’s new tech too sensitive to modify? Here’s what Tundra owners need to know.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Prius owner thought 0W-16 was the law for his hybrid, but a hidden warning in the manual just changed everything. Toyota admits 'higher viscosity' is better for high speeds. Is fuel economy killing your engine? I’ll dig into the truth.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2026 GMC Sierra buyer just killed his order. Even after GM’s massive 600K-truck recall, the 6.2L V8 crisis is taking a "dark turn." Is the new 2026 fix a total fail? I’ll explain why it may be too risky.
By Armen Hareyan on
A simple question about wasted space turned into an unexpected Cybertruck conversion story that is making the Tesla Model Y owners rethink what they really value.
By Denis Flierl on
An 83-year-old dog walker just turned a car wash morning into a police standoff. Why did this senior target a $100K stainless steel Tesla Cybertruck with such a gross gesture? It’s not because she doesn’t like the truck, it’s about Elon Musk.
By Denis Flierl on
One Ford F-150 buyer thinks he struck gold on a pristine $54K Raptor pickup, but a service tech’s "inner circle" intel reveals a 135-day repair saga. Is a glitchy SYNC system worth a branded title? Is it a massive resale risk lurking behind this deal?
By Denis Flierl on
One $20 Toyota Tacoma part just triggered a massive repair bill, and it’s killing brand loyalty. I’ve never seen a "bulletproof" reputation vanish so fast. This TRD Pro design flaw is a total nightmare for owners. What Tacoma owners need to know.
By John Goreham on
A Ford F-150 Pickup truck driver can’t clean the windshield because the fluid won’t spray out. Let’s examine this problem and explore possible solutions.
By John Goreham on
A Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck owner says that his truck freezes him out when a bit of snow off the hood dusts the windshield. The fan stops blowing, and he is left freezing in the cold cabin. Fellow owners report the same.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2018 Ram Hemi owner is stunned after his dealer said to wait 10K miles for an oil change. I’ve spent 30 years in the industry, and I’m telling him: "Don't do it!" Here is why this 10,000-mile "trap" is dangerous for your Hemi engine.