Car Questions (Page 37)

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.

Which are the best new 2025 model year SUVs for snow this year? Kelley Blue Book picked eight of the best new models and ranked the 2025 Subaru Forester and 2025 Subaru Outback among the best. Here is why Subaru has the best value picks. 

Toyota faces a series of challenges as they begin replacing more than 100,000 engines in Tundra pickups and Lexus LX for a new recall in December. Do you have a 2022 or 2023 Toyota Tundra pickup? You may have a long wait, and here’s what you need to know.

The Toyota maintenance tip you will not see in your owner's manual but should do it at least once in your car's lifetime. Especially if you almost never raise its hood.

The new 2025 Subaru Crosstrek is on its way for customers, but it's missing two upgrades you want. I'll explain what they are, why you can't get them, and three new model changes.

A list all EV shoppers need to see reveals which are the fastest- and slowest-charging EVs in public and in your home, as calculated by experts at Consumer Reports; Including the Toyota model that is the slowest.

Should you trust a garage with a 5-star rating online? Only if you can verify that the garage and its mechanics have really earned that rating. Here's how with advice from an honest mechanic.

Which are the best new 2024 and 2025 vehicles for winter driving? Here are the 15 best if you live in snow country and Subaru's top five models for snow lovers. 

Is there any reason why you should replace the timing system components on a used Toyota with low mileage? There is if your Toyota meets this criterion.

Do car shoppers need to closely inspect a new car on a dealership lot before purchasing and driving away? CR analysts report several they bought wound up having problems. Plus, an important reason for new car inspecting not mentioned.

Find out why even a minor body repair on a Cybertruck can cost you a significant amount of money for the repair estimates your insurance provider will request, let alone the cost of the repairs afterward.

Should politics affect whether or not to buy a particular vehicle? Asks one car shopper on the fence about whether or not to buy a Cybertruck. This writer found the publics’ answers surprisingly refreshing.

A recent tool test comparing multiple brands of ratchets, from the cheapest to the most expensive, shows why DIY mechanics should avoid becoming too brand focused.

Many online forums answer the titled question with the oft-repeated advice, "Check your state's Lemon Law." In the Real World, however, here is the best short answer for what you can expect it to take.

One car owner looking for help opens a can of worms in Reddit comments, which points to a vital car warning many DIY car owners think they have it right…but don't.

Thinking about going EV and wondering just what the real costs of electric vehicle ownership are? Here's a recent update about the hidden costs of owning an EV. Plus, the EV charger you will want if you buy an EV.

What are the best winter, snow, all-season, and off-road tires for your Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek vehicle? Do you really need winter or snow tires on your all-wheel-drive SUV? I'll answer those questions and more here. 

Which new models will you find more of on Subaru retailers' lots now? Which Subaru models will have the best deals? Find out if you should buy now or wait to buy a new Outback, Crosstrek, or Forester. I'll dive into the details here. 

There's a settlement in the massive Subaru defective fuel pump lawsuit. The class action covers many Subaru model years, including the Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, Impreza, Legacy, WRX, and BRZ. Here's what customers need to know.