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Are you torn over whether to buy a used car over a brand new car? Here’s some uncommonly good commonsense advice on car ownership that just might convince you why you should not buy a new car today.

Remember that old catchphrase that it takes a thief to catch a thief? Here’s a good example of a clever car repair scam that could only be uncovered by another car mechanic with diagnostic detective skills that could rival Sherlock Holmes’ skills if he were a mechanic.

Tesla is recalling certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles because of a suspension issue that may lead to a crash.

Toyota’s focus on safety is clearly evident in the outcome of this crash between a Prius Prime and a Pickup Truck.

Ever wonder what kind of surprises you can get from a used car dealer when you don’t bother having the vehicle inspected? Here’s a good example of what happens if you think all dealerships inspect and repair used cars before reselling them.

Before going to a garage about a flashing dashboard warning light, here are some useful car maintenance tricks that apply to many car models demonstrated by a Toyota mechanic who discusses one warning light idiosyncrasy observed in some Toyota Tacoma’s.

Learn from a Toyota Master Diagnostic Technician the truth about new and used Lexus models concerning whether or not Lexus is really just a glorified Toyota; and, what this means for Lexus shoppers looking to buy a new or used Lexus over a Toyota.

What many used car shoppers don’t know is that a used car can actually have flood damage without ever having been in a flood. Here’s a hidden damage warning for used car shoppers that is easy to detect and even easier to prevent with your own car when fall arrives.

Here’s the latest on just how far some mechanics will go to scam their customers when an engine rebuild goes bad and the mechanic tries to hide his mistakes rather than fess up to a bad repair. Plus, the most important thing you need to know before agreeing to an engine rebuild.

We spoke to Tesla and asked how much we needed to pay to take home a new Tesla Model 3 today. The answer was interesting for two reasons.

Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports on what they found from extensive testing the best winter/snow tires that you can buy in 2021 that have the most grip for improved stopping distance and reliability under a wide range of winter driving conditions.

A mechanic with 20+ years of experience offers this warning about why you should---in his words---“… Never, Ever Buy…” these 6 used SUV models that he warns are the worst overall; and, are often found listed online at Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist---just for that reason.

Are you looking for the best online driver's education course available? Car Talk can help.

Looking for the best car shipping company to ship your ride? Car Talk did the hard work for you already.

Do head gasket sealers really work? Do you know which ones you should and should not use? Will using a head gasket sealer damage your engine? The answers to these questions…and more…about what you need to know when it comes to a blown head gasket quick fix after this two-year-long analysis by a popular mechanic on whether or not head gasket sealers really do work.

Based on years of test data and hundreds of thousands of survey responses to find the best used cars that cost between $15,000 to $20,000, here are Consumer Reports analysts' picks that they say they would recommend for their own friends and family members.

Current national incentives make these 10 choices the best SUV deals that you will want to snatch up before the November 1st deadline.

Many EV fans would like to own an EV but are concerned that without a home charger it is impossible. Here is a first-hand story explaining why owning an EV in the Boston area is possible.

In an update to the company's online configurator, Tesla has removed all prices and different variants of the Cybertruck from the order page. This has fueled rumors suggesting Tesla is looking to increase the Cybertruck's prices and is possibly Planning a major redesign.

You’ve just had your vehicle’s front end aligned and are happy to see that your car now stays straight on the road---a common problem solved. Right? Perhaps. However, that alignment service just might result in an unnecessary and expensive repair a few months down the road. Here’s an example of a front end wheel alignment fail car owners need to look for after alignment service is done.

Here’s your chance this month to choose a good car at a good price with this Consumer Reports recently released best new car deals list, that includes small cars, sports cars, sedans and the ever-popular SUVs.

Does paying more for performance or even ultra-high performance tires really make sense when it comes to expected treadwear life? Here’s the latest on Consumer Reports findings from treadwear testing that reveals how long some tire types actually last when pushed beyond the test limits normally used to rate treadwear index figures advertised on today’s tires.

Discover now why a flat on your All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) car or SUV no longer means having to replace all four tires.

With the pandemic, car dealers are having the problem of not having enough used cars to sell---even those car models that were not so desirable a few months ago, are fast becoming hot ticket items for car dealers today. Here’s the latest from Consumer Reports analysts on how to best sell your used car to get the best deal possible.

Discover now why putting off buying a used car today might be a costly mistake. Plus, Consumer Reports recently posted their used car pick finds ranging from $40,000 to as low as $7,000---many of which are expected to go quickly.

How do you know whether a used car was ever in a collision? Turns out that there are some easy signs of hidden damage that should be part of your car inspecting process that you can do yourself in less than a minute.

Have you ever been loaned a car from a dealership while your vehicle was being worked on by the Service Department? Did you treat the loaner like you do your own personal vehicle? Maybe that’s the problem. Here are some true loaner stories from a dealership that illustrates those times when it’s the customer who is being bad.

Did you know that the tires on your vehicle make the biggest impact on how your car drives? That is why it is so important to learn the latest news on what amounts to literally everything you need to know about car and truck tires in this must-watch video.

The odds are pretty good that any Toyota you pick on the road at random was actually made in America. But are there any differences in how a particular make and model you own turns out if it was made in Japan versus the U.S.? Here’s what some automotive experts have to say about the question of who cranks out the better Toyota; plus, how you can tell which country your Toyota was manufactured in.

Looking to save money on your brake job estimate without compromising on safety and performance? Here are some tips from a Toyota Maintenance mechanic who shows how he cut the cost of a brake repair job in half by showing that not all dealership service department estimates are honest; and, that “only-OEM” advice has its exceptions.