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Car Questions (Page 12)

Car Questions

Auto reporters cover and answer to simple car questions.

By Denis Flierl on
Picture yourself at 19 years old; you find a car you want, and the dealer makes you a deal. Now, you have a $724-a-month car payment for five years. Did the dealer take advantage of you? Here is Liz's story and her warning for all young car buyers. 
By Denis Flierl on
Hertz wants to make money on its Tesla Model 3 and Model Y fleet, which aren't sold yet, and they devised a plan for Uber drivers to rent one weekly. An Uber driver thinks it's a great idea. However, it may not be. Here is what Uber drivers need to know. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Unfortunately, one common problem led to damage issues, which required answers for this Rav4 owner that includes replacement parts and cats.
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Ford Bronco have paint issues? Jackie's 2023 Ford Bronco's paint is badly damaged in two areas. The vehicle has less than 20,000 miles, it's still under warranty, but the dealer refuses to fix it. Here is what Ford Bronco owners need to know. 
By Timothy Boyer on
This car owner spoke before carefully considering his offer to sell his car to a family member who needed a used car for college, and now wants to know if this is a bad idea.
By Denis Flierl on
Why would a 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander owner trade in the new model they purchased with only 3,300 miles for a 2025 Nissan Rogue? That's the question a Nissan salesman wants to know. Here is what all new Toyota Grand Highlander buyers need to know. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Japanese-built automobile tariffs increase to 25% on April 2. A Toyota shopper says his order is on the boat but will not arrive until late April and asks if Toyota will add the tariff to his purchase price.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Fellow Aston Martin owners and enthusiasts chime in with sollutions as this 2015 V-8 Vantage experiences a long-standind issue.
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Hyundai Tucson have reliability issues? Justin bought a 2018 Hyundai Tucson from a dealer, drove it 2,000 miles, and the engine died. He purchased a vehicle warranty, but the dealer refused to cover it. Here is what Hyundai owners need to know.
By Timothy Boyer on
Before buying that great deal on a used Cybertruck (or a new one if you are so inclined) due to the recent anti-Elon/anti-Tesla movement, here is some excellent advice on where to check for potential problem panels that tend to come off.
By Denis Flierl on
Can you get a good deal at Hertz on a Tesla Model 3? Here is Tony's story of how his son got a great deal on a Tesla. It appears like everything is good, but there are things Tesla buyers need to know before they pull the trigger on a used Model 3. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Tesla owners on Facebook are fighting back with facts and evidence as a new Facebook Group is asking for help in identifying criminals caught on video damaging Tesla owners' cars, as a peaceful response to this growing and volatile problem.
By Denis Flierl on
Here is a story from Tay, who bought a 2021 Cadillac Escalade and has now replaced the engine. And that's not all. She also had to replace the transmission in the luxury SUV. Here is what all Cadillac Escalade and GM owners need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
What's the best car you've ever owned? Take a look at Anandha's 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness midsize SUV. He believes it was tailor-made for him. Perhaps it was. Check out his alluring story and discover why this a road that few ever take. 
By Timothy Boyer on
If you DIY your car maintenance, the odds are pretty good you are missing out on one essential check that service department techs often don't bother with and might not be covered in your car's maintenance record.
By Denis Flierl on
Some Toyota Tacoma owners like to modify their trucks with larger wheels and tires to go further off-road. Trevor bought a 2024 Tacoma TRD Sport and fit it with upgraded wheels and tires. Now it overheats when he's in 4HI. Is this a common Tacoma issue?
By Armen Hareyan on
A Hyundai Master Tech just revealed the secret to keeping your Hyundai, Kia, or Genesis running smoothly, and why skipping this one crucial service could cost you big time. Don’t make a costly mistake, but rather read this now.
By Denis Flierl on
Should you buy a Chevrolet Silverado? Many owners report no problems with the truck, while others report significant issues. Here is Phil's unfortunate story of his 2024 Silverado 2.7-liter TurboMax with 5K miles, which has already had multiple problems.
By Denis Flierl on
Brian has a 2022 Toyota RAV4 and learned something interesting about his compact SUV. He's wondering if he's the only one. Check out Brian's story and see if you know about this feature on your vehicle. Here's what all Toyota owners need to know. 
By Timothy Boyer on
"Don't get mad, Get even" pranks could land you in jail and/or cost you your Tesla Cybertruck in a lawsuit.
By Timothy Boyer on
Sometimes, it's not the car; it's the new owner. What would you have done if this were your parent?
By Denis Flierl on
Do Hyundai cars have paint issues? Here is Haylee's story of her 2021 Hyundai Kona with 70,000 miles, and the paint is peeling off. She took it to four Hyundai dealers, none of which would help her. Here is what all Hyundai owners need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
Does the 2025 Toyota Tundra have problems with its Panoramic View Monitor? One new Tundra TRD Limited owner says his is malfunctioning, and the Toyota dealer has no answers on how to fix it. Here is what Toyota Tundra owners need to know. 
By John Goreham on
The potential cost of ownership advantage of battery-electric vehicles is spoiled entirely by a terrible depreciation rate. The value of BEVs drops like a stone compared to other types of vehicles, and the reasons are many. Here’s why EVs are a bad buy.
By Denis Flierl on
Priscilla says, here is why you should never buy a Tesla. She makes an excellent point for Tesla and EV buyers to think about. Should you buy an electric vehicle? It's not always a good choice. Here is what all Tesla and EV buyers need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
Kali bought a 2025 Honda Pilot last year, and now she's had multiple problems with the car. The dash warning lights lit up, it died on her two times, and two Honda dealers couldn't diagnose the problem. Is there a problem with the new Honda Pilots?
By John Goreham on
One convenient feature of many hybrid-electric vehicles is the ability to operate solely on electric power. Here’s how it works on the most popular hybrid-electric vehicles made by Toyota and how the mode can be put to use in your real-world driving. 
By Denis Flierl on
Should you buy a vehicle from Carvana? Here is one Chevrolet Silverado buyer's experience, which gives valuable insights into his vehicle purchase from Carvana. However, Cavana has had some financial issues, and here is what all car buyers need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
James purchased a 2022 Tesla Model 3 from a dealer. The dealer made sure the car had a clean title. However, Tesla now says it's a salvage vehicle because of an unreported accident, and repairs will cost $12,000. Here is what Tesla buyers need to know. 
By Timothy Boyer on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner, two dogs, a drone, and a lot of desert: The cure for what ails society today. Here is one CT owner’s short story.