Car Questions (Page 9)

Just 2,050 miles in, this loyal Toyota owner is shocked at the fuel mileage. She's used to a Camry Hybrid, and the new Grand Highlander is draining the tank every 3-4 days. 87 and 91 top-tier gas—nothing helps! What tips can save her sanity and wallet?

Chevy dealer suggests paying your truck with a GM credit card for points. Is this a genius hack or a sign the card benefits are worthless? Patrick on the owner's page is suspicious. What's the catch? What GM and Silverado owners need to know.

66K miles, $11K repair quotes! Is the 2017 RAM 1500 a high-mileage nightmare? One owner faces electrical ghosts, recurring manifold issues, and a slipping transmission. Dealers quote $7K-$11K with parts a month out. Is this bad luck or a common RAM curse?

A 2023 Toyota Tundra Hybrid owner has a lemon at 30k miles. After two radiators and now a hybrid malfunction and limp mode, he can't even trust it for hunting. He's bracing for the dealer to "wiggle out" of the fix. What Tundra owners need to know.

Six torque converters replaced on a 2020 Chevy Silverado? Owner Glenn McKinley says GM "chose not to defend their case against me." After constant repairs for minimal use, he's ditching the truck. Is GM manufacturing trust irreversibly broken?

One of the most commonly posted questions in Tesla clubs is how to wash the Model 3 and Model Y. Will automated washers damage the finish? Here’s what Tesla owners report and what many suggest doing.

Tesla owners like to think of their Cybertruck as a rough-and-ready pickup truck. But can this beast with stainless steel skin be damaged by a simple car wash? The answers reported by owners were not uniform.

The two Japanese electric SUVs have big aspirations for the US Market, and here’s how they compare based on everything we know.

The owner of a 2020 Toyota Camry is very unhappy when the moonroof of the sedan stopped working properly. He didn’t like either of the two solutions the dealer proposed. Perhaps we can find a better solution.

A critical design flaw in the new Tesla X Perihelix wheels traps drivers! According to Coleton Guerin, the aero covers are impossible to remove, making roadside tire changes a nightmare. If you get a blowout, you're stuck! How could Tesla miss this?

We have just swapped out Falken WildPeak A/T3W all-terrain tires for Michelin X-ICE Snow SUV tires, and our initial drive leaves us with three surprise conclusions already.

The new KIA EV9 is a 200kW charging champion, hitting massive range in just 15 minutes! The Rivian R1S is "horrid," struggling to maintain speed even in cool weather, earning the dreaded "Tesla slow" label. What all EV owners need to know.

A Chevy Silverado owner was quoted an "outrageous" dealer price for his 8-speed fluid change. But after learning about the special fluid and complexity, he still paid for it to protect his warranty. Was he right? What Chevy owners need to know.

A dream truck became an 8-month nightmare of electrical chaos. After 60+ days in the shop and four dealers, Ford is buying back this brand-new F-150 under Lemon Law. Now, the toughest decision: stick with Ford's flagship or leap to a Bronco Badlands?

Fall is a very popular time to buy tires as winter weather threatens. Before you do something crazy like paying full price for tires, let us show you six easy ways to slash hundreds off the cost of new tires.

Ouch! Cybertruck's sharp edges are drawing blood! A Cybertruck owner's warning: Sliced fingers are bad, but if a kid gets hurt, "we're going to have big problems." Is Tesla's unique design a safety hazard? What should they do?

Getting a tire rotation on your Cybertruck? Vinh Nguyen warns: Take your wheel covers OFF before your Tesla service appointment! They broke two of his. Here is what all Tesla owners need to know when they take their vehicle in for service.

A 2020 GMC Sierra owner is having buyer's remorse. He wishes he had skipped the Sierra and gone with a Silverado. It's all about those "weirdly shaped" fenders and the "big gaps" that are making him question the choice!

A Mazda CX-5 owner had an oil change and tire rotation done, expecting to pay $200. The bill? $325—thanks to a $75 air filter they already installed! See the explosive pushback against this "dealer's easy money" scam and what all car owners should do.

A Ford F-150 owner's nightmare: A Ford tech forgot the oil filter on a brand-new 2024 F-150 XLT 5.0L. The engine started, and oil was everywhere! How much damage did the dry run cause this babied truck? The owner is terrified. What would you do?

250k miles on a 2021 Model 3. Nathan's Tesla is rewriting the book on EV longevity. With 88% battery capacity retained, this Tesla proves electric cars can last the distance. Dive into the amazing story of his first EV and how it's still performing.

A 2014 Silverado cost Jason $6,500 to fix... twice, before the engine failed. Now, he's facing a Toyota Tundra recall, but says he's "relieved." Why is he happier with a recalled Tundra than his old Chevy? Find out his surprising reason. 

A Cybertruck owner penalized by Tesla had his FSD revoked over his "recent driving data"—specifically a "Cruise Follow Distance: 3" violation. Now his truck feels "broken." Is Tesla punishing good drivers? Check out this owner’s Bizarre fix.

A proud new owner of a 2026 Chevy Silverado is absolutely thrilled with his new pickup—except for one shocking hidden cost. To get a seemingly simple, old-school amenity, he was quoted a price tag of over $100 by the dealer!

An F-150 owner's 2020 5.0L engine, replaced just 10k miles ago, is already 1 quart low at 1,863 miles. Is this the dreaded Ford oil consumption issue? Should he brave another engine replacement, or is trading it in inevitable? What would you do?

18,000 miles, and 30+ days in the shop. 2023-2025 Toyota Tundra owners are facing potential lemon law nightmares. Is your truck losing value? Join the conversation and see what owners are doing about their unreliable rides.

Eric Witt is jumping ship from his GMC Sierra. Why is he down on GM? He's debating the toughest truck choice: Ford, Ram, or Toyota? Which brand wins the vote for reliability and power? What all truck buyers need to know. 

$2,584 to service a 2020 Toyota Highlander?! An owner shares his NYC dealer's outrageous service recommendations, including $153 for an air filter and $265 for a brake fluid change. See the shocking list and tell us: Would you pay this?

A new Rough Country Vertex and leaf springs, but this 2023 Toyota Tacoma's driver's side is sitting almost 1.5" lower—super goofy look! Is it a leaf spring defect causing the uneven ride height? What Tacoma owners need to know. 

A new 2026 Chevy Silverado with under 5k miles is DEAD after the touchscreen blacked out and lost all power. Battery looks fine. Is this a common glitch, or is a tow truck the only answer? What would you do? What Silverado owners need to know.