Here’s your chance this month to choose a great SUV at an affordable price with this Consumer Reports recently released list of their recommended top choice of Hybrid SUVs they found that offers stellar fuel economy along with everyday practicality priced between $35,000 to $45,000 today.
Here’s your chance to choose a great new car or SUV at an affordable price with this Consumer Reports recently released list of their recommended top choice new cars and SUVs available this month for under $30,000 that they qualify stating that, “These top performers cost less than the average new car.”
Here’s the latest on the basics of three types of 4-cylinder engines that you will want to know a little about before deciding which 4-cylinder car model you might want to buy.
Here’s the latest recommendation from a Toyota/Lexus mechanic on new and used Toyota and Lexus models when it comes to finding out just which are the best to buy, and which are the ones that should be avoided due to reliability issues. Plus: find out which models qualify as “Honorable Mentions” and those “Golden Oldies” that are still good buys to consider today.
Here’s some good advice on what you should never say to any mechanic if you want to save money on your next repair bill and avoid any hard feelings between you and your mechanic.
Does price mean anything when it comes to choosing which automatic transmission fluid to use in your car? Find out now not whether paying more is really getting more with this synthetic ATF fluid comparison that demonstrates a clear difference between cheaper, midrange, and more expensive brands.
Thinking about buying a used Land Rover? If so, then you will want to know about some issues these models have as pointed out by a mechanic who works on them.
If you own a Ford with an EcoBoost engine and turbo system, then you will want to find out exactly why oil breakdown is a real problem… and one that can be easily avoided if only your instrument cluster would stop lying to you. Plus, why replacing your turbo unit is not the only fix for a turbo problem that lazy mechanics do not take care of…but should!
The best welders typically cost too much for most home DIY garage needs. But what about the lower-cost models? Here’s a great review of several brands of welders running from $70 to $2,000 that shows not only what makes good budget sense for the home garage, but also shows what you need to look for in a low-cost welder…and what to expect.
Is restoring a dead car battery with a welder an urban myth, or can it really be done? Find the answer to this question from the guy who tests tools and repairs with a focus on determining their truthiness with a little garage science.
Here’s a recent update on car repair shop scams that cost car owners thousands of dollars according to this mechanic who shares what he has seen and continues to see today going on in the car repair industry.
Looking to buy a used Toyota because you’ve heard of their reputation as dependable 300,000 miles (and more) machines? Think again and protect yourself with this advice from a mechanic who goes over a used Corolla his client paid three times over the vehicle’s true value.
Here’s an informative reveal about a fatal flaw this model of Toyota Tacoma has that should make used car buyers wary of what they might be getting into when buying one. Plus, a preventive fix in case your Tacoma has this potential problem and has not blown up yet.
Here’s the latest update on smart consumer choices when it comes to finding the best cars for teens that focuses on safety features and proven reliability in not just new car models but used models under $20,000 as well, recently recommended by Consumer Reports automotive analysts.
Your winter tires are now worn past their winter capabilities. Should you leave them on for the summer to get the most life out of them? We give you both sides of the story.
Here’s your chance this month to choose a great SUV at an affordable price with this Consumer Reports recently released list of their recommended top choice new SUVs available today for under $40,000.
Here’s a good example of what can happen if you are guilty of ever doing this car maintenance shortcut that many car owners believe is okay in warmer regions of the U.S. Plus, yet another example of why those “stop leak” products are bad for your car.
Honda unveiled its brand new CR-V plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV last week at a media event held at their European R&D Center in Germany. Given that Honda currently lacks any plug-in vehicle selection in the US market, this news may raise the hopes of those who are anxious for Honda to bring plug-in vehicles back to the US. Let’s take a look at early specs.
Consumer Reports analysts recommend these Hybrid sedans as ones that, “…deliver impressive fuel economy without breaking your budget,” and are available for less than $35,000!
Does your car have an unusual clicking sound that is driving you crazy while driving? Be prepared as that clicking noise is about to be drowned out by your yelling when you become the automotive industry’s latest victim on the car repair that makes owners the maddest.
Sure, we’ve all seen videos of a Tesla being taken out by another car, but what about one Tesla doing in another Tesla? Here’s what happened and why it pays to stay as far away as possible whenever witnessing a road rage incident. Plus, a new round of recent Teslacam clips you will want to watch.
For anyone that has recently purchased or is considering their first plug-in electric vehicle, whether it is a fully electric vehicle (EV) or a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV), they may have questions. Surveying social media and being an early adopter of modern plug-in vehicles has given me lots of exposure to such questions. Here are a few common questions I’ve encountered and answers based on years of experience and research. Consider this an invitation to ask others and to challenge me with ones I’ve never seen.
Arson attacks, crashes, near-misses, misses, playing chicken with a Tesla, and even some Tesla owner faults are just a few of the everyday things that can happen that is part of being a Tesla owner.
Does your Toyota have a VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence) engine that has developed a noticeable rattle whenever you start the engine? If so, then you will want to know what is going on and why in some cases you can wait a while before repairs whereas in other cases repairs have to be done right away for this common Toyota problem.
Need to know just how much cargo room that compact SUV you are considering buying actually holds? Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports on 10 compact SUVs they measured that they say hold the most cargo.
Thinking about going full electric with your next vehicle and are basing your buying decision on a well-known make due to their gas-only cars are among the best? Think again as this Toyota mechanic reviews Lexus’s first electric car and explains why it is such a disappointment.
