Skip to main content

Car Questions (Page 6)

Car Questions

Auto reporters cover and answer to simple car questions.

By Denis Flierl on February 6, 2025 - 7:51AM
Scott purchased a 2025 Tesla Model Y Performance trim level. How does he like it? There's plenty to like, and he only has one negative. With kids used to slamming his Toyota Tundra truck doors, he says the doors are too light. What do you think? 
By Denis Flierl on February 6, 2025 - 6:04AM
Jamie only has 3,000 miles on her 2025 Ford Explorer and wonders if others have the same issue with the push-button start. She's taken it to the dealer, and they can't replicate the problem. Here is what other Ford Explorer owners should know. 
By Denis Flierl on February 5, 2025 - 7:25AM
Many Tesla owners are unhappy with the charging port location of their vehicles. Why is Tesla's charge port on the left-hand rear of the car and not the front like most EVs? Tesla's chief designer now reveals the surprising reason why. 
By Denis Flierl on February 4, 2025 - 10:16AM
I just bought a 2001 Ford F-250 Lariat 7.3-Liter 4WD with 190,000 miles for $5,000. You won't believe why the guy sold it so cheap. Did I get a good deal? I think it's a really good deal. Here is Alex's amazing Ford F-250 Super Duty deal. 
By Timothy Boyer on February 4, 2025 - 9:39AM
Here's the latest update on cars and SUVs new car shoppers are warned by their owners and automotive experts not to buy in 2025. Plus, the one model with the highest reliability rating of 98/100.
By Denis Flierl on February 4, 2025 - 6:51AM
A  2022 Toyota Tundra owner went in for recalls and got the news there was a problem with the engine. Toyota said the engine needed to be replaced and was near failure. Now, she's been waiting for two months. Owners are asking, why is it taking so long?
By Denis Flierl on February 3, 2025 - 6:42PM
Have you purchased a car and found out it had a salvage title? Here is a Tesla buyer's unbelievable story of buying a used Model S; the dealer lied about the title, and Tesla refuses to cover warrant issues. Here's what all used car buyers need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on February 3, 2025 - 7:31AM
The 360-degree camera is a great feature. However, if you want a luxury Lexus RX 350, you'll have to pay a premium for the car and the full-view camera. Jude has a payment of $770 for her new Lexus RX 350. Is it worth getting a luxury car to get it?
By Denis Flierl on February 2, 2025 - 8:13AM
Does the 2022 Subaru Outback have drained battery and electrical issues? Here is one Outback owner's story of what went wrong with the dealer, if it was correctly handled, and valuable information on the Outback of what customers need to know.  
By Denis Flierl on February 2, 2025 - 6:01AM
I keep getting warning malfunction notifications on my Ford Maverick every day. I've taken the truck to the dealer countless times, and the warranty is almost up. I'd like to know because it's an all-new model, should I have waited a year to buy it? 
By Denis Flierl on February 1, 2025 - 8:03AM
I broke my Chevrolet Silverado door handle, and when I went to replace it, I found out I couldn't just buy a door handle; I had to buy the entire door panel. I can't believe fixing it will cost me $525, which does not include labor. Should I trade it in?
By Timothy Boyer on January 31, 2025 - 2:32PM
A mysterious breakdown in a Toyota Rav4 is traced to a little-fingered culprit. Plus, the Rav4 models that are prone to have this happen.
By Denis Flierl on January 31, 2025 - 2:25PM
Have you seen the 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali pickup? How does it compare with Tesla's Cybertruck? Joe Fay says the Cybertruck will be second now that Sierra EV Denali has arrived. Check out a secret feature on the Denali that the Cybertruck doesn't have.
By Denis Flierl on January 31, 2025 - 7:51AM
My Tesla Cybertruck never ceases to amaze me. I've owned the truck for one year and just learned about another new feature. That's what Joe says about his controversial electric truck. Are there other owners who aren't aware of this feature?
By Dimitar Angelov on January 31, 2025 - 5:22AM
This 2006 Lexus RX400h owner experienced a seemingly catastrophic issue that may turn out to be a relatively easy fix.
By Timothy Boyer on January 30, 2025 - 12:12PM
A non-mechanic 2013 Ford Fusion owner has a transmission that slips and hesitates. A mechanic quotes her $3,500 for repair/replacement. How would you help someone with this question?
By Denis Flierl on January 30, 2025 - 10:32AM
If you own a 2025 Subaru Forester, there is a new potential risk of having defective wheels. What is the potential wheel defect, which trim levels are affected, and can the wheels fall off? Here is what every 2025 Forester owner needs to know. 
By Dimitar Angelov on January 30, 2025 - 10:03AM
A Lexus GX550 Overtrail owner's attempts to prepare for the winter prompt me to do research on whether snow chains are a good idea or not.
By Denis Flierl on January 30, 2025 - 7:39AM
Are Subaru vehicles vulnerable to hacking? A security researcher says he was able to access more than a year's worth of location data and remotely unlock a vehicle by hacking into Subaru's Starlink in-vehicle technologies. Here is the concerning story. 
By Denis Flierl on January 30, 2025 - 7:06AM
After owning the 2025 Toyota Camry for six months, Mason loves it. However, five things about the car absolutely drive him crazy. Here is what he dislikes. Are they deal breakers? If you are considering the Camry, here is what you need to know. 
By Denis Flierl on January 29, 2025 - 7:12AM
Police officers drove the Tesla Cybertruck and other Tesla models and now say they don't want to go back to their ICE cars. Why the drastic change, and now they say Tesla is far superior? Here's what they found out and what all EV buyers need to know. 
By Timothy Boyer on January 28, 2025 - 4:07PM
Here is the truth about the differences between transmission flushes and transmission fluid change services and how you should decide which is the correct choice for your car or truck that includes this alternative procedure that works.
By Denis Flierl on January 28, 2025 - 6:29AM
Imagine buying a 2024 Toyota Tundra and you have no issues with your new pickup. You've read about the Tundra engine recall, and I hope you don't have the same problems. Check out Amadeius's Tundra truck with 37-inch wheels; he's not had one issue yet.
By Denis Flierl on January 28, 2025 - 5:28AM
Dixie took her Toyota 4Runner to the dealer for an oil change and drove home in a different car. They lost her key fob, and it was an unbelievable adventure. She had to make multiple trips back to the dealer, and it was an oil change she wanted to forget.
By Timothy Boyer on January 27, 2025 - 9:43PM
Collecting and saving your fuel receipts is one of the smartest and easiest car-related money-saving habits you should have.
By Timothy Boyer on January 27, 2025 - 11:54AM
Here are some options you should consider when a brand-new car shows all of the legal road signs of being a lemon shortly after driving off the car dealership lot.
By Denis Flierl on January 27, 2025 - 7:04AM
A Tesla Cybertruck owner is having issues with his new truck. He would like answers. Who better to ask than Cybertruck owners? Benny is taking his vehicle to Tesla for service but has to wait until mid-February. Are these common Cybertruck issues?
By Timothy Boyer on January 26, 2025 - 10:22AM
According to data from Consumer Reports and Car Edge these cars, SUVs, and trucks have the worst resale value as the ones that lose the most value in the first 3 years of ownership.
By Denis Flierl on January 26, 2025 - 7:37AM
Have you seen the surprising deals Ford is offering on the 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning? One potential buyer, Cooper, is considering the F-150 Lightning but has second thoughts after looking at the details. Find out why he's keeping his Chevy Silverado. 
By Denis Flierl on January 26, 2025 - 6:05AM
If you look at the truck market compared to the electric sports car market, things are crazy. Alex Sedlak points out that his 2024 Toyota Tundra was $71K, and he had just bought a 2021 Porsche Taycan for $58K. Was it a good choice, or will he be sorry?