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Car Questions (Page 9)

Car Questions

Auto reporters cover and answer to simple car questions.

By Denis Flierl on
Does the Lexus GX 460 have a coolant leak problem? It's called a valley plate, and it's expensive to fix. Michelle bought a 2016 GX 460, got a great deal, and knows why it was so cheap. It needs an expensive repair. Here's what owners need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
Is there a problem with the new Chevrolet Tahoe? Erica says her Tahoe left her stranded on the side of the road. The issues were so bad she sold it and bought a GMC Yukon. Now her Yukon is having problems. Here is what Tahoe and Yukon buyers need to know.
By Dimitar Angelov on
An owner of one of the most desirable Toyota SUVs may have to part ways with his vehicle and with new Toyota off-roaders being what they are, these older models are very hot on the market right now.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Both dealers and fans of the Japanese roadster have asked for a larger, more powerful variant. Here's how Mazda plans to (sort of) answer these requests.
By Denis Flierl on
Renea is so frustrated with her 2019 Toyota RAV4 that she is ready to sell it. She loves the car, but it's not Android compatible; it's only iPhone compatible. It's a problem for all owners. Is there a good solution? Here is what RAV4 owners need to know.
By Timothy Boyer on
A recent Costco hack recommendation from a 2025 Rav4 Woodlands owner is so aesthetically pleasing and useful that you will want one for your Rav4 cargo cubby hole.
By Denis Flierl on
What happens when a dealer sells a car and can't produce a title? Erika had it happen to her when she purchased a 2016 BMW X1 from a dealer in N.J. and never received a title. Here is what all used car buyers need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine buying a Tesla Model 3, and when you get home, your wife changes her mind about the car. She doesn't want to keep it. Amazingly, the car dealer will take the Tesla back. However, it's not cheap to do it. Here is what all car buyers need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Honda Pilot have engine reliability issues? The Pilot is generally a reliable model, but one owner is replacing his engine with only 87,000 miles on the SUV. There are a few possible reasons why. Here's what Honda Pilot owners need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on
Is your newer Toyota RAV4 spying on you and invading your privacy? There's eye-opening information about what Toyota and Progressive Insurance are doing to monitor RAV4 and other model car owners. Here is what all car owners should be aware of.
By Denis Flierl on
Have you purchased a new vehicle and then immediately had buyer's remorse? Rich bought a 2025 Honda Civic, spent $50,000, and discovered it didn't have key features his 2005 Honda CR-V had. Here is his story and what all Honda buyers need to know.
By Timothy Boyer on
A parent is getting a lot of hate over her 18-year-old daughter's first (relatively new) car purchase. Are the haters’ views correct about this common problem parents have to face? Here's a win-win solution should it happen to you.
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Hyundai Elantra have a problem with its Lane Assist feature? Kristyn says her 2024 Hyundai Elantra jerked her to the left and drove her into a concrete wall on the highway. Here is what all Hyundai owners need to know about the safety tech. 
By John Goreham on
We paraphrase a Ford Bronco Sport owner who changed his own oil, only to discover the oil had a very unusual look to it. We examine this mystery in detail.
By Denis Flierl on
How often should you change the oil in your Nissan or any car brand's vehicle? Gaby says it's been 23,000 miles since her last oil change in her 2019 Nissan Altima. Check out her incredible story and what all car owners need to know.
By Timothy Boyer on
How much money would you save by DIYing your scheduled maintenance on your Toyota rather than taking it to the dealership? Here's what one DIY Toyota owner found with her Tacoma.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here is some excellent advice on understanding why any high-priced repair estimate must have a second or third opinion before committing to an expensive repair that could be fraudulent.
By Timothy Boyer on
An OP's daughter's Rav4 received a warning message unrelated to a simple fix her father tried that worked.
By Denis Flierl on
Lanna purchased a Chevrolet Silverado pickup for cash, and the dealer failed to give her a title to the truck. It's been nearly five months, and she's still waiting. Check out Lanna's unbelievable story and what all car and truck buyers need to know. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Trump criticized Japan for the few American vehicles sold in their country. But car dealers and experts say there's a host of reasons why American cars aren't appealing to Japanese drivers.
By Timothy Boyer on
What breaking the rules of lifting a car looks like serves as a good warning and reminder that if the vehicle is not placed solidly, accidents can and do happen.
By Denis Flierl on
What happens when a customer buys a used Tesla Cybertruck and then takes their vehicle in for non-warranty service? Do they get a loaner vehicle from the dealer? Beth lives three hours away from the service center. Here is what Tesla owners need to know. 
By Timothy Boyer on
Accused of keying at least six Tesla vehicles, a state employee at the Minnesota Department of Human Services was arrested last week, but it's unlikely he'll face criminal charges.
By Timothy Boyer on
Should this car shopper worry about being charged with banking fraud by the FBI and facing Homeland Security and the Aliens Enemy Act?
By Timothy Boyer on
Before taking your car to a car wash, here is a reminder that many car air freshener products can damage your car's interior, and there are only two acceptable real fixes for the problem.
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Chevrolet Silverado have rust problems with the frame? James has a 2024 Silverado, and the frame is badly rusted after only 15,000 miles. Here is his remarkable story. He and other GM truck owners have concerns, and here are some answers.
By Denis Flierl on
Kate won a 2025 Nissan Versa on The Price is Right TV show. However, she didn't want the car. What did Kate do? She took the credit and traded it for a 2025 Toyota RAV4; however, she now has a car payment. Did she make the right choice? What would you do?
By Timothy Boyer on
Inferior look-alike jack stands from Harbor Freight with the same boxing, SKU's, and price warning. Here's how to tell them apart from the better ones you want.
By Timothy Boyer on
Mistaking this error light for a maintenance light on your dash can become a fatal engine problem easily fixed and covered by Toyota…if you are not too late.
By Denis Flierl on
Is there a problem with the Toyota Corolla's reliability? The Corolla is a top-selling model, and Vicky is concerned about receiving three recalls for her 2024 Corolla. Should she be worried? Here is what Toyota Corolla owners and customers need to know.