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Car Questions (Page 13)

Car Questions

Auto reporters cover and answer to simple car questions.

By Denis Flierl on
An original Tesla Cybertruck owner wants Tesla to offer him the same free perks that the automaker is providing to new buyers. He paid $100K, had to endure Tesla's growing pains, and is now treated poorly by the company. Should it be a surprise?  
By Denis Flierl on
A potential Tesla Cybertruck buyer has changed his mind after receiving a Rivian R1S as a loaner vehicle. Now he's not so sure and is leaning towards the Rivian. They are two different vehicles, but why is it such a hard decision? What would you do?
By Denis Flierl on
The owner of a 2018 Ford F-150 was just given a new 2025 Ford F-150 worth $70,000. It's all because he ran down a church shooter as he was driving to attend services. He was running late, and it was a bizarre scene, but what he did was extraordinary. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Here's how much buffer you can expect once this Toyota model flashes a low fuel warning message.
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Model 3 owner reports that since getting his car, he has witnessed more road rage and aggressive driving than ever. He never had anyone come at him while driving a Toyota RAV4. Is it just him, or do all Tesla owners have to deal with road rage?
By Timothy Boyer on
A retired mechanic's reality check is just one of two reasons why car owners will soon have to take care of their maintenance and repairs if dealerships don't change their ways.
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner just completed a 6,200-mile trip from California to Alaska and returned safely. Is it the longest trip ever in a Cybertruck? Not likely, but Jacky Chu says it was an incredible trip for an electric vehicle. Here's how he did it.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2022 Chevy Silverado owner is unhappy with his truck because it's unreliable. He can't believe his $50K truck has been in the shop five times before it has 40,000 miles. And he's not alone. Does it have something to do with post-COVID manufacturing?
By Timothy Boyer on
Automotive engineering expert shares his thoughts on the "genius" of Elon Musk's overpromising and underdelivering strategy and recommends this brand if you are considering buying an EV, as he sells his beloved Tesla in response to his wife’s firing.
By Timothy Boyer on
The vigilant owner of a brand-new 2025 Corolla SE discovered multiple oil leaks and subpar repair work during four service department visits within the first two months. Is this enough to invoke the Lemon Law against a Toyota dealership?
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Tacoma owner is impressed with his pickup, but it's not the typical things truck owners are impressed with. He likes the Tacoma's new key fob. It's a new feature that many new owners are raving about. Why didn't they think of this sooner?
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Tesla Cybertruck owner says the police pulled him over for not having temporary license plates. Tesla never put the plates on, said they would send new ones, and sent him on his way after he bought the new truck. There are new rules in TX.
By Timothy Boyer on
The threat of a lawsuit long after a minor auto accident is not uncommon, and yet, car owners often make this common mistake after an accident that causes them future legal problems.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2022 Chevrolet Silverado owner is wondering what he will do now for a pickup. His Silverado has already had the rear diff replaced, and now his 10-speed transmission is gone. His previous Ford F-150 left him stranded, and he still needs a truck.
By Denis Flierl on
Should a Toyota Tundra truck buyer purchase a 10-year-old truck with more miles or a 3-year-old truck with fewer miles? Does the older Tundra with more miles have more life in it? See what most Tundra owners would do if they were in that situation. 
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Model 3 owner's FSD is driving him nuts. He was traveling 79 mph on the highway. His car passed a slower car, and then, when it returned to the right lane, it slowed down, which angered the other driver. And, it's happening to other Tesla owners.
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota RAV4 Hybrid owner has two complaints. The road noise is the worst in any car he has owned, and it needs more power. He just purchased a Ford F-150 Lightning, and it has tons of power, it's 500% quieter than the RAV4, and costs less to operate. 
By Timothy Boyer on
A 2025 Camry owner reports that Toyota approved a Lemon Law claim for his new car due to this problem.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota RAV4 owner is concerned that his new SUV smells like engine coolant. The dealer confirmed the smell, ran a few tests, and consulted Toyota tech support. Now the dealer's service department says it's normal. Is a coolant smell ever normal?
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner plans to take his new truck on a 750-mile trip, towing his 18-foot boat, just as he has done many times with his Ram pickup. However, he's afraid he won't make it in his CT because of being bricked in the middle of nowhere.
By Denis Flierl on
A Hyundai Sonata owner's engine failed, and she has had her car at the Hyundai dealer for seven months, still waiting for it to be fixed. The failed engine is supposed to be covered under an engine recall, but the owner says the dealer is stalling. 
By Denis Flierl on
Does the new Toyota Tacoma have a brake line problem? A Tacoma owner went in for a routine tire rotation, and the dealer kept his truck for eight hours because the brake lines could leak and needed to be replaced. Here is what Tacoma owners need to know. 
By Timothy Boyer on
A mysterious object discovered in the owner's car turns out to be a prank.
By Denis Flierl on
A Subaru Outback owner can't believe it when she comes out from shopping in New York City. Two cars have her sandwiched between them with just inches on either side. But this driver does the impossible and escapes the tightest parking spot ever.
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine a 75-year-old buying his first electric vehicle. Now, picture the senior jumping into the EV waters headfirst and driving away in a blacked-out Tesla Cybertruck. Imagine what his grandkids will say and do when they see him drive up in the CT. 
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Chevy Silverado owner is told by his Chevy dealer that if he uses an oil additive that they sell in his truck, they will warranty his truck's engine for the life of the vehicle. He's wondering if it's a scam or legitimate. What would you do? 
By Denis Flierl on
A Honda CR-V owner's vehicle was diagnosed with leaking injectors that have now damaged the spark plugs and oil. The Honda dealer suggests replacing that and more, and the cost is close to $2K. He will likely sell it and buy a Toyota. What would you do?
By Timothy Boyer on
Tesla owner receives an overall thread theme of "A professional detailer? If there's an issue, it's likely on them. A cheap amateur? Unfortunately, that's usually on you."
By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tundra owner's truck shut down on the highway going 80 mph, and now he can't trust its reliability. The pickup finally restarted after 30 minutes, but now he's afraid the dealer won't be able to find the problem, and think he's crazy.
By Timothy Boyer on
A car owner adds this app to his car and discovers it significantly increases his chances of having a car accident.