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Look how a Toyota Highlander owner defied non-safety warnings, programmed a Lexus-style key fob, and saved hundreds—all from the comfort of his home.

"Don't buy these cars," warns a mechanic and automotive expert from Japan as he reveals 10 key factors you need to know so that you can avoid buying cars of ANY make or model that will make you unhappy.

Valvoline claims their "Restore & Protect" product returns pistons to a factory clean condition by removing 100% of engine deposits. Here's what this motor oil expert found when it was used on a Toyota-motor oil only, vehicle, with 167,000 miles.

A misfiring Ford during startup is a warning sign of severe potential damage if not taken care of very soon. This EcoBoost expert will help you DIY quickly identify if you have major issues with your Ford engine.

Discover the convenient hands-free options on your Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, Outback, or another model. Even unknown to a Subaru salesman, these features will simplify your life. Check out the five here.

An interesting post on the Tesla Cybertruck Facebook group shows that some con artists will use fake Elon Musk passport images to gain their confidence.

Here is a list of the least expensive cars to maintain released by a garage based on their work order data from customers and what they paid. Plus, the real reason why Toyota did not make the cut.

What are the most unreliable cars today that are guaranteed to fail? Find out from this new review of cars with known potentially fatal engine issues before reaching the 100,000-mile mark identified from mechanics surveyed over the past 2 years.

Vincentric says Toyota has one model that is the best in the CPO segment. The only problem I see is that Toyota discontinued the Avalon two years ago. It's a great value, but where are the Toyota RAV4, Toyota Tacoma, Tundra, and Highlander?

The five hidden costs of owning a Tesla revealed by one owner. Plus, why he says Tesla Insurance sucks and the one important cost he finds especially misleading during his Tesla ownership experience.

Amanda bought a Subaru because she heard they last a long time. Her Subaru Forester has 100,000 miles and already needs a new transmission. Be careful who you listen to. Here is Amanda's sad story. 

A new Rav4 owner discovers the risks of Toyota Free Maintenance checks with an unusual service recommendation.

US News says Hyundai is ahead of Toyota and Mazda thanks to a stout selection of ICE and BEV crossovers and SUV models. Here's why.

Which are the most dangerous cars? A new report from iSeeCars reveals Toyota has three of the deadliest cars and one truck on the list. Check out all 23 models in my report. These vehicles are up to five times more likely to have had a fatal crash.

Toyota mechanic says he will no longer work with insurance companies because of what they recently did to his customer.

How far can you drive a Kia EV9 at 0% charge? One EV9 owner shares unexpected results from her test.

An interesting list of "most expensive vehicles to maintain and repair" recently emerged that differs from all others. It is invaluable in its approach and the mechanic's view of makes and models that too often, are disregarded indiscriminately.

Some of these Toyota Land Cruiser mods are a necessity while others are just there for a personal touch.

Blue-hatted protests raise the question of whether Elon Musk is a red-hatted Robber Baron.

Toby Marzell doesn't trust the lane-keep assist feature on his Subaru Crosstrek anymore after he believes it caused him to swerve into another car and cause an accident. Here is Toby's incredible story. 

A surprising reveal shows how a 6th-generation Volkswagen outperformed an 8th-generation Volkswagen of the same model by making this one change anyone can make to their car regardless of the make. Even up to G-level forces!

How much does maintaining a new Toyota RAV4, Prius, Camry, or Tacoma cost? Which Toyota models are the most expensive to maintain? A new report from CarEdge ranks all new Toyota models and gives the ten-year and five-year maintenance costs. Find out here.

Toyota is the best…right?! So how can 16 other car brands beat it? Here's an important point you need to remember when shopping for a new car.

If you own a 2024 Toyota Tacoma, Dodge Ram 1500, Ford F150, or Ford Bronco and don't like the wimpy sound, there's an answer. Check out the latest performance exhaust upgrades for pickup trucks. They're engineered to improve tone, volume, and performance.

Where do Subaru's maintenance costs rank with other car brands? Subaru still ranks in the bottom half of all car brands and is the highest among mainstream brands. Here is what Consumer Reports doesn’t tell you.

Here are the resources you need to avoid firing the parts cannon at a misfiring Toyota engine and/or avoid overpaying a garage for a common engine misfire diagnosis you could DIY repair.

With colder temps upon us and wicked winter weather around the corner, Goodyear helps to clarify the difference between two types of tires that both earn the severe snow duty rating. 

Before tire shopping this winter, here are Consumer Reports' latest recommendations for the best all-season tires for snowy weather winter driving conditions when the added expense of buying separate (and expensive) snow tires might not really be needed.

An updated list of cars that are the least and most expensive to maintain shows some surprising 5-year and 10-year costs between traditional American-made makes and which brands to avoid buying used after the first 5 years.

Before using those inexpensive colored clip leads when working on your car, you must do this simple test to see if they are made with fake copper wire.