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Car Questions (Page 3)

Car Questions

Auto reporters cover and answer to simple car questions.

By Denis Flierl on
900 miles and already stranded? Shannon is the newest member of the "Dead 12V Club." Even a 2024 Prius isn't immune to battery blues, leaving owners carrying jump boxes "just in case." Is the redesign worth the risk? What Prius owners need to know.
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Is the V8 lifter nightmare finally over? One 2026 Chevy Silverado owner dug into his VIN data and found the news every truck enthusiast has waited for: Has GM officially removed DFM to solve reliability issues? Here’s what GM buyers need to know.
By John Goreham on
Let’s break down how Tesla owners view the issue of paint quality control, and see if this owner is alone in thinking that a car costing over $60,000 deserved proper paint.
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A 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner describes a terrifying freeway fail: pedal to the floor, 4K RPMs, but zero acceleration. Is the new gen facing a major reliability hurdle? Here is what happened, and what 4th Gen Tacoma owners need to know.
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A new Tesla Model Y owner seeks help from fellow owners in cold-weather climates. She wants to understand better how to keep her car from freezing and becoming unusable.
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Why did Jack ditch his F-150 so fast? He just traded it for a "unicorn" Chevy Silverado with only 57k miles! "I want to actually enjoy the truck I’m paying for," he says. Find out why this low-mileage swap was the ultimate upgrade for him.
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A great car shouldn't come with a side of buyer's remorse. Blake scored a 2019 Toyota Highlander SE Midnight with only 60K miles, but the dealership’s "must-have" $2,700 warranty is haunting him. Was it a smart safety net or a pricey trap? Let's dive in.
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"Lifetime fluid" or a ticking time bomb? One 2021 Ram 1500 owner got turned away by the dealer but found a shop offering a $380 flush. Is the dealer right, or is a "lifetime" claim just a marketing myth? Here’s the truth about your ZF8AT.
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From heavy-duty hauling to high-tech hybrid? Kelsey traded her Ford F-250 for a 2026 Toyota Tundra, and the results are surprising. Is the "legendary" reliability worth losing that diesel power and storage? Here are 14 things you need to know first.
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One 2022 Honda CR-V owner says her SUV is "possessed" by gremlins, which open the windows, sunroof, and trunk on their own. The worst part? The dealer says nothing is wrong. Is it a fluke or a lemon?
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A 2025 Chevy Silverado ZR2 owner had the engine die at 2,500 miles. Now, GM wants to swap it for a "remanufactured" engine. Is this fair or a total betrayal of new truck owners? Here is Clay’s nightmare story.
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"Some cars drain your bank account," warns a top tech. From melting plastic parts to engines dying at 60k miles, he reveals the brands requiring a "serious investment" just to reach 100k. Is your ride an "instant money pit"? See which brands to avoid.
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A 0.6-second jump might sound small, but for Tesla fans, it’s a total game-changer. From a Christmas gift to a performance beast, see why this Model Y owner is dropping $2K for the "Acceleration Boost." Is shaving a split second worth the spend?
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Is the 2025 F-150 losing its edge? One owner’s new Lariat is “chugging” and hesitating at just 3K miles. "My 2015 never felt like this," he says. Is this a common 3.5L EcoBoost glitch or a major red flag? See what other owners are reporting.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Toyota says the feature should be standard, but this owner does not have it on his 2026 Sienna XSE, raising a lot of questions.
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One Titan owner’s hunt for a new rig is turning into a total brand showdown! From GMC letdowns to Toyota engine fears, Brian’s down to the ultimate Mopar face-off: Hemi vs. Hurricane. Which powerhouse wins the crown? Dive into the truck debate now!
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A 2013 Honda Pilot owner has 253k miles, and was ready to swap it for a 2026 Toyota RAV4. But is the first year of a redesign worth the risk? He’s choosing reliability over novelty. Is waiting for the bugs to clear the best move right now?
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Ever build a 2026 Tacoma online only for the dealer to say it "doesn't exist"? I dug into the data and found the truth. You’re being geo-blocked. Middlemen are gatekeeping the best trims from your state. Here is the hidden map they don't want you to see.
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Tesla charged this Cybertruck owner $270 just to look at a simple issue. His luxury fleet, a Range Rover, C8 Corvette, and Urus, all get diagnostic care for FREE. Is Tesla’s service model failing its biggest spenders? Read the full breakdown.
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Could your sleek new hybrid be hiding a costly secret beneath its fenders? One owner’s nightmare of six punctures in 17,000 miles reveals the shocking trade-off between the 2025 Toyota Prius’s stunning looks and its real-world durability.
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35-inch Nittos, zero rub, and pure truck envy, until the engine tells a different story. This 2025 Tundra owner thought he had the perfect build, but metal shavings in the main bearing just changed everything. Is the Tundra dream dead or just delayed?
By John Goreham on
A veteran Chevy Bolt owner recently tried to charge the car at America’s very best DC charging network and had difficulty doing so. After asking for help, it took literally hundreds of comments to sort this mess out.
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Is your dream truck becoming a nightmare? One Ford F-150 owner warns: the best accessory for a new Ford isn’t a bed liner, it’s a backup vehicle. From shop visits to reliability rants, find out why "Built Ford Tough" is being put to the ultimate test.
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This 2023 Chevy Silverado owner wants to upgrade to the 2026 5.3L. The 5.3L V8 is a legend, but rumors of persistent lifter issues are stalling deals. Is the 2026 fix real, or are you buying a headache? Here’s what you need to know before you swap!
By Dimitar Angelov on
Even carmakers that are typically known for reliability are ranking high on this list
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From Camry to a 2026 CR-V, all on her own! Madison traded her Camry for a dream CR-V, using pure financial discipline. No co-signer, just hard work and savvy negotiating. See how she secured a deal nobody could refuse, and what car buyers need to know.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Yazoo Edition comes with a lot of goodies that make the Toyota GR86 even better, but whether this can justify the price is another question.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Ram truck, same old headache. Imagine a $60k pickup that won't start after sitting for 48 hours, even with two fresh swaps under the hood. For this frustrated buyer, the dream of a redesigned beast has turned into a recurring electrical nightmare.
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From 123,000 miles of memories to a massive power play! Why would a loyal 2019 Toyota Tacoma owner ditch his reliable rig after six years? Meet the driver who finally outgrew his "Taco" and traded up for the beastly 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor.
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Watch a skeptical mom go from "no way" to "blown away" by the Tesla Cybertruck. While its smooth braking and "intelligent" AI won her over, a snowy reroute mixup proved it's not perfect. Is FSD finally parent-approved, or just a high-tech gamble?