Car Questions (Page 38)

In many cases there is no need to shell out hundreds of dollars for a broken side view mirror when you can easily DIY. Here’s how it’s done.

Do you have a check engine light and P-code indicating your catalytic converter may have gone bad and will need an expensive replacement? Here’s a fix you can do to avoid buying a new catalytic converter…but should not.

Here’s some need-to-know info before you go shopping for a new truck that shows just how dealerships take advantage of truck buyers in order to squeeze more money out of their customers.

One mistake many car owners make is waiting until their car battery dies before replacing it. Here’s a $20 car battery tester that is guaranteed to easily avoid this costly mistake.

Here are 10 solid, safe, and reliable new models with the lowest prices available today recommended by CR analysts that includes one pickup truck!

Here’s a recent warning on one popular product from Harbor Freight this Toyota mechanic believes has changed for the worse.

If you have not shopped at Habor Freight for tools before (or perhaps it has been a while), follow along with this mechanic on a recent Harbor Freight tool shopping trip and see what tools to choose and those to avoid.

Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports with their recommendations that showcases their list of the most reliable new cars, SUVs, and one pickup truck that you can find under $30,000.

Here’s a Toyota feature that will trigger some Meat Loaf’s “Paradise by the Dashboard Light” memories of the best years of your life in American Car Culture.

Odds are pretty good that your new EV will not come with a spare tire. Here’s the latest on a collapsible spare tire solution you will want to get for your car.

America’s supersizing trend is posited that it might affect---if not prevent---when the U.S. can fully make the transition from gas-only vehicles to electric ones.

If you see a check engine light on your Prius dash and note it is running a little rough, do this one simple diagnostic test before touching anything else on your engine.

Here’s the latest selection from Consumer Reports on what they found to be the best deals for the most fuel-efficient cars and SUVs. Plus, a short lesson on fuel-saving myths and hacks you should avoid.

Used car prices are expected to take a dip soon according to Consumer Reports analysts. Here are their recommended selections, especially if you look for those under one specific category.

Here’s a must-watch video that highlights some of Ford’s most questionable models that qualify as being truly weird at any age. However, if you can snag some of these models today---it’s money in the bank.

For the do-it-yourselfer, here is a review of the best affordable plastic welders and some important advice you need to know before attempting this kind of repair.

If you are looking for the best tire brand of 2023, here are the results of a Consumer Reports review with a focus on the highest recommended tire brand, plus a money-saving reason why you should be buying their recommendation over lesser tires.

Check your mailbox and watch for an important anti-theft announcement from Kia’s Corporate Headquarters and understand why this can make things worse for some Kia car owners.

Here are some practical tips that practically guarantee at least a few of which will result in your saving money when it comes to buying your next set of new replacement tires.

According to Consumer Reports analysts, these domestic models are the highest scoring for shoppers looking for new vehicles from traditional U.S. brands.

Here’s an important review about the new Hybrid Toyota Tundra with Hybrid Boost that you will want to pay attention to before buying.

Here’s one very common mistake car owners often make that causes them to have to pay an unnecessary car repair bill. Plus, a $5 voltmeter car diagnostic anybody can do.

Here’s why the police will likely refuse to recover your stolen car even if you know where it’s at.

Save on the cost of fuel, get more horsepower, and lessen your carbon footprint on the environment with this instruction on how to install a Flex Fuel E85 conversion kit in your Toyota.

It’s no exaggeration to say this is the “Ultimate Bike Rack” system for your Tacoma or other truck. Discover now what makes this the one you really do need for your truck.

Follow a diagnosis that solved a Toyota Tacoma misfire mystery problem that remained unresolved until this mechanic did one simple trick you can try if this happens to your truck.

Tire inflator brands are pitted against each other that poses a good reason why the price tag (such as a $50 Harbor Freight inflator) should not be a major factor in the one you choose.

These seven features offered in new and used cars will cost you more than they are worth down the road warns this mechanic.

Here’s how the old Toyota Prius battery compares with a new replacement Prius battery during an after-replacement test drive.

Tesla and these other models fail to provide promised EV range claims. Plus, the model with the most accurate range prediction and the surprise of what environment temp promotes longest battery performance.