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Car Questions

Auto reporters cover and answer to simple car questions.

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.
By Denis Flierl on
Have you seen the 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali pickup? How does it compare with Tesla's Cybertruck? Joe Fay says the Cybertruck will be second now that Sierra EV Denali has arrived. Check out a secret feature on the Denali that the Cybertruck doesn't have.
By Denis Flierl on
My Tesla Cybertruck never ceases to amaze me. I've owned the truck for one year and just learned about another new feature. That's what Joe says about his controversial electric truck. Are there other owners who aren't aware of this feature?
By Dimitar Angelov on
This 2006 Lexus RX400h owner experienced a seemingly catastrophic issue that may turn out to be a relatively easy fix.
By Timothy Boyer on
A non-mechanic 2013 Ford Fusion owner has a transmission that slips and hesitates. A mechanic quotes her $3,500 for repair/replacement. How would you help someone with this question?
By Denis Flierl on
If you own a 2025 Subaru Forester, there is a new potential risk of having defective wheels. What is the potential wheel defect, which trim levels are affected, and can the wheels fall off? Here is what every 2025 Forester owner needs to know. 
By Dimitar Angelov on
A Lexus GX550 Overtrail owner's attempts to prepare for the winter prompt me to do research on whether snow chains are a good idea or not.
By Denis Flierl on
Are Subaru vehicles vulnerable to hacking? A security researcher says he was able to access more than a year's worth of location data and remotely unlock a vehicle by hacking into Subaru's Starlink in-vehicle technologies. Here is the concerning story. 
By Denis Flierl on
After owning the 2025 Toyota Camry for six months, Mason loves it. However, five things about the car absolutely drive him crazy. Here is what he dislikes. Are they deal breakers? If you are considering the Camry, here is what you need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
Police officers drove the Tesla Cybertruck and other Tesla models and now say they don't want to go back to their ICE cars. Why the drastic change, and now they say Tesla is far superior? Here's what they found out and what all EV buyers need to know. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is the truth about the differences between transmission flushes and transmission fluid change services and how you should decide which is the correct choice for your car or truck that includes this alternative procedure that works.
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine buying a 2024 Toyota Tundra and you have no issues with your new pickup. You've read about the Tundra engine recall, and I hope you don't have the same problems. Check out Amadeius's Tundra truck with 37-inch wheels; he's not had one issue yet.
By Denis Flierl on
Dixie took her Toyota 4Runner to the dealer for an oil change and drove home in a different car. They lost her key fob, and it was an unbelievable adventure. She had to make multiple trips back to the dealer, and it was an oil change she wanted to forget.
By Timothy Boyer on
Collecting and saving your fuel receipts is one of the smartest and easiest car-related money-saving habits you should have.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here are some options you should consider when a brand-new car shows all of the legal road signs of being a lemon shortly after driving off the car dealership lot.
By Denis Flierl on
A Tesla Cybertruck owner is having issues with his new truck. He would like answers. Who better to ask than Cybertruck owners? Benny is taking his vehicle to Tesla for service but has to wait until mid-February. Are these common Cybertruck issues?
By Timothy Boyer on
According to data from Consumer Reports and Car Edge these cars, SUVs, and trucks have the worst resale value as the ones that lose the most value in the first 3 years of ownership.
By Denis Flierl on
Have you seen the surprising deals Ford is offering on the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning? One potential buyer, Cooper, is considering the F-150 Lightning but has second thoughts after looking at the details. Find out why he's keeping his Chevy Silverado. 
By Denis Flierl on
If you look at the truck market compared to the electric sports car market, things are crazy. Alex Sedlak points out that his 2024 Toyota Tundra was $71K, and he had just bought a 2021 Porsche Taycan for $58K. Was it a good choice, or will he be sorry?
By Narek Hareyan on
What would you do if your dream truck suddenly broke down and you had no money to fix it? One 17-year-old Chevy Silverado owner is facing this exact nightmare. See the tough choices he's considering and share your advice.
By Timothy Boyer on
A mechanic who was gifted a used hydraulic car lift winds up in trouble. This is a perfect example of what not to do and what you should do in your garage if this happens.
By Denis Flierl on
Have you owned a car brand for years and then decided to make a change? That's what Lizzie did. She knew it was time to change when her Mazda 5 minivan failed her. Here is Lizzie's car purchasing dilemma. Why did she pick the 2025 Subaru Outback instead?