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Are you thinking about buying a bank repossessed vehicle from a dealer or considering buying a few as a business? Here’s some useful information from a car dealer in the business that can be enlightening if you are considering either of the above.

Part replacement is a double-edged sword. Either the OEM part is too expensive (or unavailable); or, the much cheaper aftermarket option is too inferior to rely on. Here’s one easy fix recommended and demonstrated by a Toyota mechanic for a common scam problem.

Looking for a fun and affordable car-related hobby or bucket list check-off item? Then here’s something that just might be your ticket to fun by discovering what it takes to convert a lemon of a car into a budget racer by this popular YouTube mechanic.

Here’s a very useful bit of advice for truck owners with boats by this Toyota mechanic who makes an important point about damage that may be occurring in their vehicle that should be inspected more periodically than usual.

Here’s the latest end-of-the-workweek Just Rolled In Friday fix for those of you who enjoy cars and working on them.

Despite the vehicle shortage and inflated new car pricing, Consumer Reports’ analysts recently found 10 models that right now are now selling below their MSRP sticker price---two of which include trucks!

Here’s the latest selection from Consumer Reports on what they found to be 10 models that are the best deals toward buying the most fuel-efficient cars based on overall fuel-economy test results, recent consumer car shopping data, and current MSRP pricing.

A new generation of tires means that you don’t have to swap to winter rubber anymore. Here is why these tires are game changers for those who live in snowy areas.

Here is what you should do if the tire pressure monitoring light (TPMS) comes on this fall.

Here’s the latest from CR analysts about their picks on the best new car incentive deals that includes sedans, SUVs and one pickup available through the month of October.

According to a recent warning from Carfax, they found that flood damaged vehicles are often resold in these top 10 states, with many of vehicles being transported far from known flood regions where used car shoppers are more aware of flood damaged car scams.

If you are planning on buying a new SUV in the near future, then here is a warning about the 10 worst SUVs of 2023 you should never buy due to reliability issues, costs of ownership, and reduced value of what you are getting for your hard-earned dollars.

Heres’ a new “Buy This, Not That” from a mechanic about his recommendations of 6 super reliable cars, trucks and SUV's priced under $10,000 you should consider buying used today.

Discover right now the SUV and truck tires Consumer Reports analysts say are stand outs for performance, safety, and treadwear reliability to get you ready for this winter.

Here’s the latest on new Hybrid shopping considerations that go beyond fuel economy as the driving force behind purchasing one.

Here’s the latest update from Consumer Reports on what they found from extensive testing the best performance tires you can buy in 2022 to match your car’s needs for all seasons.

According to a recent Consumer Reports and other news’ warnings, used car shoppers are certain to see many more flood damaged cars added to the high-demand used-car market due to Hurricane Ian this year. With that in mind, here is a reminder about some quick and easy tips you can use to find out if that car you are looking at is one of them.

Are you replacing your spark plugs the correct way on the later model Ford F-150 trucks? If you are used to “feeling” your torque, you might want to update your spark plug skills with this spark plug replacement demo.

Thinking of buying that used Toyota found online and have just found a sign that something serious could be wrong with its engine? Don’t run away just yet as this Toyota mechanic gives his opinion on a pattern he sees in this popular model of Toyota truck.

Happy TGIF and all that, here’s a Just Rolled In Friday episode with these latest clips about the troubles car owners get into when they decide to do their own repairs…but shouldn’t.

Corollas are great cars---there’s no arguing that. However, it turns out some Corollas came out with the infamous oil burning engine that sometimes resulted in ruined cylinder walls. Find out now which engine this is and how that there is a fix for this engine in case you find one without damaged cylinder walls and are willing to invest a little work and money into it to make it run like a Corolla should.

Do you currently own a Ford with an EcoBoost engine or are considering buying a used Ford that has one? If so, you need to know which models are currently listed as having a coolant intrusion problem necessitating an engine replacement as the fix.

Storm season is upon us and that means flood-damaged cars. Here’s the latest on what you should and should not do if it happens to your car say Consumer Reports car experts. Plus, some references on how to avoid being scammed with a flood-damaged car.

If you are a DIY mechanic and own an asphalt driveway where you do most of your car repairs, then this is a must-watch video that shows in detail how a driveway is properly replaced to make it a safe and attractive workspace for your car. Plus, the costs of having it done and some bonus info on how to protect your asphalt driveway from damage while working on your car.

Here’s a summary of the latest revision Consumer Reports analysts have recently made with 35 used car pick finds ranging from a little over $20,000 to as low as just under $5,000 with an added bonus listing their reliability ratings for overall performance, major engine repairs, and fuel economy.

When it comes to the adage about love and war, does this also extend to selling cars? Are some car dealerships akin to war-time profiteering taking advantage of the automotive climate and customer car needs? Or, is this just part of doing business? You be the judge with this latest on the biggest car dealership rip offs---what they are, how they work, and how you can avoid them with advice from a professional car buyer/auto consultant.

Looking for the best bargain of all in a used car that is economical, reliable and road tested by thousands of owners who have only praise for this vehicle? Here’s what this mechanic has to say about a base model car like this one that they should never have stopped making. Plus, discover a cool while-on-the-road anti-theft/carjacking measure on this car that was genius in its simplicity.

Nissan introduced the updated 2023 LEAF, with the popular electric model receiving an exterior update, some interior tweaks and a streamlined model lineup for the new model year. In this review of the 2023 Nissan Leaf's top SV Plus trim, you will know about some of those changes, what's the best trim and the improvements Nissan made in this electric vehicle.

Ever wonder how much money and how much time an engine swap, an engine rebuild (or even an engine conversion kit) related work can take? Find out now with one of the most honest assessments you will ever find on what it takes and what it costs in time and money and mental anguish before taking on or hiring out these kinds of projects.

It’s Friday and time once again for some car-related humor with a special focus on what happens when some car owners attempt to fix their car and why some people just shouldn’t own a car.