Car Questions (Page 3)

The new 2025 Subaru Crosstrek is on its way for customers, but it's missing two upgrades you want. I'll explain what they are, why you can't get them, and three new model changes.

A list all EV shoppers need to see reveals which are the fastest- and slowest-charging EVs in public and in your home, as calculated by experts at Consumer Reports; Including the Toyota model that is the slowest.

Should you trust a garage with a 5-star rating online? Only if you can verify that the garage and its mechanics have really earned that rating. Here's how with advice from an honest mechanic.

Which are the best new 2024 and 2025 vehicles for winter driving? Here are the 15 best if you live in snow country and Subaru's top five models for snow lovers. 

Is there any reason why you should replace the timing system components on a used Toyota with low mileage? There is if your Toyota meets this criterion.

Do car shoppers need to closely inspect a new car on a dealership lot before purchasing and driving away? CR analysts report several they bought wound up having problems. Plus, an important reason for new car inspecting not mentioned.

Find out why even a minor body repair on a Cybertruck can cost you a significant amount of money for the repair estimates your insurance provider will request, let alone the cost of the repairs afterward.

Should politics affect whether or not to buy a particular vehicle? Asks one car shopper on the fence about whether or not to buy a Cybertruck. This writer found the publics’ answers surprisingly refreshing.

A recent tool test comparing multiple brands of ratchets, from the cheapest to the most expensive, shows why DIY mechanics should avoid becoming too brand focused.

Many online forums answer the titled question with the oft-repeated advice, "Check your state's Lemon Law." In the Real World, however, here is the best short answer for what you can expect it to take.

One car owner looking for help opens a can of worms in Reddit comments, which points to a vital car warning many DIY car owners think they have it right…but don't.

Thinking about going EV and wondering just what the real costs of electric vehicle ownership are? Here's a recent update about the hidden costs of owning an EV. Plus, the EV charger you will want if you buy an EV.

What are the best winter, snow, all-season, and off-road tires for your Subaru Forester, Outback, or Crosstrek vehicle? Do you really need winter or snow tires on your all-wheel-drive SUV? I'll answer those questions and more here. 

Which new models will you find more of on Subaru retailers' lots now? Which Subaru models will have the best deals? Find out if you should buy now or wait to buy a new Outback, Crosstrek, or Forester. I'll dive into the details here. 

There's a settlement in the massive Subaru defective fuel pump lawsuit. The class action covers many Subaru model years, including the Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, Ascent, Impreza, Legacy, WRX, and BRZ. Here's what customers need to know. 

Have you purchased a new Subaru and found out later there are features you wish your salesperson would have told you about? Or do you have questions on how something works? You aren't alone. Here are five hidden features that you may not know existed!

Here's Tesla's answer for avoiding any legal responsibility for their Cybertruck Lightbar accessory.

After extensive testing, Consumer Reports recommends these as the best winter/snow tires you can buy in 2024 that provide the most grip under a wide range of winter driving conditions.

Discover the best basic tire selections recommended by tire expert analysts at Consumer Reports for their top picks of sedans, SUVs, and truck tires, as revealed in this recent 2024 tire review update.

How do you make the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness better? Check out the upgrades from LP Aventure that take the rugged Wilderness trim to the next level for outdoor enthusiasts.

Which are the most loved car models by their owners? Which Subaru model is loved the most? Check out the top 13 cars, SUVs, and trucks, see if yours is here, and discover how long Subaru Forester owners keep their vehicles.

Comments made by Lucid's CEO actually make a strong case for a different view through a prism of negativity that should encourage Tesla FSD believers, points out this EV expert. Plus, who has the better battery today?

While Tesla uses a lot of cells from outside vendors, a new report about Tesla batteries says that internally, Tesla engineers will have 4 new Tesla batteries coming out as the next generation for powering their EVs.

Which are the most and least expensive Subaru models to maintain? Check out all of Subaru's models and where each stands in this ranking. Also, find out where Subaru ranks among the top ten car brands.

Used car with no owner's manual and no idea what motor oil grade to use, or just wanting to know which motor oil is best for your car aside from what the owner's manual says? Here is how an expert chooses his.

While some used cars deserve a second look, there are also those that you should not just walk away from, but run away from, whenever possessing any one of these eight red flags, warns this mechanic.

Virtually, the same car, but following different philosophies. Here's why choosing the right Nissan Z is not as simple as you think.

Here's a great introduction to how to properly begin any repair involving the one automotive system most car owners fear and do wrong the most.

Which are the least expensive car brands to maintain? Check out the ten automakers with the lowest maintenance costs and see where Subaru models stand in this ranking. 

Does an algorithm from the 1980s really accurately determine how much life is left in your car's motor oil between motor oil changes while driving? This oil expert tests the truthiness of this claim.