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Car Questions (Page 32)

Car Questions

Auto reporters cover and answer to simple car questions.

By Timothy Boyer on
Here's an updated used car warning from a Toyota Master Mechanic about the specific Toyota and Lexus models he has worked on that he recommends you will want to avoid buying this year.
By Denis Flierl on
Is the Toyota Supra a reliable car, and should you buy one? An owner of a 2020 Supra bought his dream car, and now it needs over $4,000 in repairs. Here is his dilemma with a car he loves but isn't sure if he should keep it now. What would you do?
By Timothy Boyer on
Here's a Tesla Cybertruck owner demonstrating how he affordably DIY-applied PPF to his Tesla Cybertruck for a look that screams Batmobile and Stealth Fighter.
By Denis Flierl on
How much does it cost to fill up a 2024 Ford Raptor? It depends on whether you use premium or regular gas. Nicholas’s friends told him to buy a Raptor truck. Now, he’s wondering if he made the right choice. Check out his shock when he filled up.
By Denis Flierl on
Can you take the Tesla Cybertruck through an automatic car wash? One owner says a Westerly RI, car wash refused to let him enter theirs for fear of being held liable for any damage. Here is Philipp’s surprising story. What does Tesla say about it?
By Denis Flierl on
Should you buy a new Honda CR-V or keep driving your older model? Michael drives a 2015 Honda CR-V and couldn't be happier with the SUV. He's not about to get into a high car payment. Here is his story and why it's a smarter choice than buying new. 
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine buying a new 2024 Toyota Tundra; it starts smoking with only 11,000 miles, and Toyota tells you it needs a new engine. However, Toyota makes it right, buys back your truck and you get a new Tundra Limited for the same price. Here is Duane’s story.
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Ford Bronco have a serious leaking issue? That's what Jordyn says about her 2024 Ford Bronco. When she opens the door, water pours in if it's raining or snowing. Is this a design flaw that Ford needs to address with the Bronco? 
By Denis Flierl on
Did the first Tesla Cybertruck buyers get a raw deal? Should they have waited to buy the new truck? There are multiple incentives, and prices have dropped. Frank purchased the first Cybertrucks and says he feels played. What do other early buyers say?
By Timothy Boyer on
Are garages and service centers scamming car owners when a customer says the wrong fuel was put into their vehicle by accident? Here's what you need to know.
By Denis Flierl on
Should you put new wheels on your Tesla vehicle, how many miles per charge will you lose, and will new wheels affect driving performance? Here is Terry's Tesla Model 3 with chrome rims, what other owners say, and what every Tesla owner should know. 
By Denis Flierl on
The unbelievable story of a disgruntled customer who crashed his used Subaru Outback through the front door of the car dealer where he purchased it continues. Michael Murray says he blacked out for a second, and the story continues.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here's what one Cybertruck owner believes led to his Cybertruck body issues.
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine owning a 2024 Toyota Tundra and you hear rattling from under the truck. It's concerning. You finally get it into the dealer, who says it needs a software update, but it doesn't fix it. Here is what all 2024 Toyota Tundra owners need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine driving your new 2024 Chevrolet Silverado truck, and the brakes go out when you are driving on the freeway. That's what happened to Mandy. Here is her terrifying story of getting her truck stopped in rush hour traffic to avoid a scary situation.
By Timothy Boyer on
Find out why you should beat the Toyota dealership salesperson toward initiating the extended warranty question.
By Dimitar Angelov on
I took a look at Toyota Tundra extended warranties, owners opt for to determine what you should be paying what what to look for.
By Denis Flierl on
Scott purchased a 2025 Tesla Model Y Performance trim level. How does he like it? There's plenty to like, and he only has one negative. With kids used to slamming his Toyota Tundra truck doors, he says the doors are too light. What do you think? 
By Denis Flierl on
Jamie only has 3,000 miles on her 2025 Ford Explorer and wonders if others have the same issue with the push-button start. She's taken it to the dealer, and they can't replicate the problem. Here is what other Ford Explorer owners should know. 
By Denis Flierl on
Many Tesla owners are unhappy with the charging port location of their vehicles. Why is Tesla's charge port on the left-hand rear of the car and not the front like most EVs? Tesla's chief designer now reveals the surprising reason why. 
By Denis Flierl on
I just bought a 2001 Ford F-250 Lariat 7.3-Liter 4WD with 190,000 miles for $5,000. You won't believe why the guy sold it so cheap. Did I get a good deal? I think it's a really good deal. Here is Alex's amazing Ford F-250 Super Duty deal. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Here's the latest update on cars and SUVs new car shoppers are warned by their owners and automotive experts not to buy in 2025. Plus, the one model with the highest reliability rating of 98/100.
By Denis Flierl on
A  2022 Toyota Tundra owner went in for recalls and got the news there was a problem with the engine. Toyota said the engine needed to be replaced and was near failure. Now, she's been waiting for two months. Owners are asking, why is it taking so long?
By Denis Flierl on
Have you purchased a car and found out it had a salvage title? Here is a Tesla buyer's unbelievable story of buying a used Model S; the dealer lied about the title, and Tesla refuses to cover warrant issues. Here's what all used car buyers need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
The 360-degree camera is a great feature. However, if you want a luxury Lexus RX 350, you'll have to pay a premium for the car and the full-view camera. Jude has a payment of $770 for her new Lexus RX 350. Is it worth getting a luxury car to get it?
By Denis Flierl on
Does the 2022 Subaru Outback have drained battery and electrical issues? Here is one Outback owner's story of what went wrong with the dealer, if it was correctly handled, and valuable information on the Outback of what customers need to know.  
By Denis Flierl on
I keep getting warning malfunction notifications on my Ford Maverick every day. I've taken the truck to the dealer countless times, and the warranty is almost up. I'd like to know because it's an all-new model, should I have waited a year to buy it? 
By Denis Flierl on
I broke my Chevrolet Silverado door handle, and when I went to replace it, I found out I couldn't just buy a door handle; I had to buy the entire door panel. I can't believe fixing it will cost me $525, which does not include labor. Should I trade it in?
By Timothy Boyer on
A mysterious breakdown in a Toyota Rav4 is traced to a little-fingered culprit. Plus, the Rav4 models that are prone to have this happen.