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Car Questions

Auto reporters cover and answer to simple car questions.

By Denis Flierl on
A 2024 Toyota Tacoma owner, like many enthusiasts, has added bigger tires and lifted his truck. But, he's having issues with tires rubbing, and his speedometer is 5 mph off. What should he do now? Here is what many Tacoma owners can relate to. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Even so-called "budget cars" don't feel very cheap anymore. Prices continue to climb, and many vehicles sell for above their sticker price. That's why finding the cheapest new cars that are still reliable is more important than ever.
By Denis Flierl on
A GMC Sierra Denali owner transitioned from his full-size pickup with a 6.2L V8 to a midsize Chevrolet Colorado with a 2.7L turbo, worried that he would miss the power of the big V8. Here is his surprising switch from the luxury Denali to the Colorado.
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A Toyota Tundra owner is thinking of trading his 2023 Toyota Tundra TRD PRO for a 2025 Tacoma. He's had more issues with his Tundra than he cares to admit. So is the Tacoma Trailhunter his best option living in Alaska? What would you do if you were him? 
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A Tesla Cybertruck buyer went to the delivery of his new truck and was so disappointed in the quality issues that he ended up rejecting the vehicle. He's now wondering if all Cybertrucks are like this, and if he made the right choice in rejecting it.
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Are Jeremy's windows tinted too dark? How about his new 2025 Toyota Tacoma's windshield? He's proud of the new tint job, and it makes the white truck stand out for sure. What do you and other Tacoma owners think about the 40% tinted windshield?
By Denis Flierl on
A new Tesla Model 3 owner, admittedly used to bash EVs, says he was ICE for life! However, after taking a test drive, he liked the car so much that he took the leap and bought a Tesla Model 3. Do you dislike EVs? See if you can relate to his story.
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A 2025 Chevy Silverado owner is already having trouble with his diesel pickup, just 9K miles in. He says the truck's check engine light came on, and the DEF system is malfunctioning. Now he's sorry he bought the pickup. Here is what buyers need to know.
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A 2024 Toyota Tundra owner has a truck with only 12,000 miles and has had two oil changes since he bought it. Now, he's finding metal shavings and 1mm pieces of metal in the drain pan. Here is Tony's story and information for all Tundra owners.
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner has a strange question for other Cybertruck owners. After driving his CT for a while, he feels fatigued, lightheaded, and it seems like everything is moving in slow motion. Is this an electric vehicle issue or something else?
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A Honda CR-V owner had an issue with her AC, which wasn't blowing cold enough. It had always worked well, but now she discovered that Honda would not only fix it for free but also extend the warranty for 10 years. Here is what CR-V owners need to know.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s why one professional mechanic says doing your own oil changes under warranty could be the biggest financial mistake car owners make with a new vehicle.
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Highlander owner shares her experience with her 2017 Highlander, highlighting two failed transmissions in one year. She's had enough and purchased a 2025 Ford Explorer. What are the issues with the Highlander, and is the Explorer a reliable SUV?
By Timothy Boyer on
Deciding where to go for car repairs comes down to trust. The pros and cons of working as a mechanic at a dealership vs an independent garage can reveal a lot about the level of service you'll receive as a customer.
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner replaced his windshield, and now he has significant wind noise as a result. However, Tesla says it's normal for this to happen. Is this an isolated problem with this Cybertruck, or is it a more widespread problem? 
By Denis Flierl on
The Toyota Tacoma has paint problems, and one owner has had his pickup at the dealer for the paint recall. Now, the Toyota dealer gave him a Corolla for a loaner vehicle while it's in the paint shop. He would rather drive his wife's minivan. 
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota 4Runner buyer wants buyers to beware of what some Toyota dealers are doing. He traded a 2022 Tundra for a 2025 4Runner, and the dealer is asking $14K over MSRP, charging him high interest rates. Here's what new 4Runner buyers need to know. 
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Janie just returned from a 10,000-mile U.S. road trip and says it was a great experience. For those wondering if a long road trip in a Tesla is worth it, Janie did it solo and loved it. Here is what road travelers need to know.  
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Tacoma owner dislikes the appearance of her pickup with the long bed. What should she do to improve its appearance and posture, as she feels it looks scrawny and needs help? She adds spacers to the stock wheels, but is it the best option?
By Denis Flierl on
2021 Chevy Silverado owner, Ray Tobia Jr, has a problem common to many Silverado trucks. He now has an easy fix for the annoying Silverado clunk/squeak problem in the rear springs. The dealer had an expensive fix, but this one only takes 10 minutes. 
By Timothy Boyer on
A Toyota mechanic reveals that car repair customer scams are not just with car dealerships, but also with garage chain repair businesses preying on the elderly.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2023 Chevy Silverado owner is understandably upset with GM because his transmission is gone at 40K miles, and now the dealer can't get the parts to fix the defective transmission. He's not alone. There are thousands of owners waiting for the same part. 
By Denis Flierl on
The Toyota Tundra saga continues with an owner who has experienced catastrophic engine failure. However, he wants to let other Tundra owners know the warning signs he had before his Tundra engine died. Here's what all Tundra owners need to know.
By Timothy Boyer on
Tesla owner recently rides Chinese cars in Costa Rica and is overwhelmed by how much better they are than his two Tesla models.
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Highlander owner mounted a bike carrier on the back of the SUV, and now the rear suspension is nearly dragging the ground. Is there a problem with the Highlander's suspension, or are all Highlanders built this way? Active customers need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck renter says, “So, I spent 24 hours with a rental in LA, and I'm shocked anyone would pay $100K for it. Check out his evaluation of the Tesla Cybertruck and see what you think. Is he close or way off base?
By Timothy Boyer on
A Corvette owner is asking what he should do after finding evidence of possible drug use in his car at a dealership.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Toyota Tacoma owner had a problem with her brand-new pickup, only 2,000 miles in. It's not what she expected when she bought what she thought was a reliable Toyota. Here's her surprising story. 
By Denis Flierl on
It's no secret that Toyota Tundra engines are failing at an alarming rate. A Tundra owner in Canada says his truck's engine died at 60,000 miles while he was driving on the highway. The question now is, how long will it take him to get his new engine?
By Timothy Boyer on
Here's a look at a second-generation Toyota Prius, which was sold at a low price by its owner, all because his mechanic missed a problem that turned out to be a very simple one.