# Driving/Drivers **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/driving-drivers/15.md?page=3 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 4 --- ## [Why won't people pay attention while driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wont-people-pay-attention-while-driving/61206)
**Author:** [@Bladecutter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bladecutter)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2011, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wont-people-pay-attention-while-driving/61206 "2011-07-31T15:44:56Z")
Thursday night, on my way home from work, I got to witness the most pointless incident I've seen transpire on the road in front of me for quite a while. Earlier this week, here in Colorado, we got about half a foot … --- ## [What to take to Bozeman, MT? 2WD Car or 4WD Truck?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-take-to-bozeman-mt-2wd-car-or-4wd-truck/63945)
**Author:** [@ctown2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ctown2)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2011, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-take-to-bozeman-mt-2wd-car-or-4wd-truck/63945 "2011-05-07T15:06:13Z")
My wife and I will be moving to Bozeman, Montana in the fall of 2011 (for grad school), and we are having some debate as which car to take, a '95 Chevy K1500 (4WD, 232000 Miles) or a '99 Ford Escord (2WD, 85000)? I say t… --- ## [A Car for Colorado](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-car-for-colorado/63834)
**Author:** [@mountainbound\_ricky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mountainbound_ricky)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2011, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-car-for-colorado/63834 "2011-04-19T23:33:57Z")
I am moving to Denver, CO soon and I'm looking to buy a car that will get me to the mountains through snow. I've done some research and one thing that stuck out was that snow tires are the thing that help the most. Does … --- ## [Plowing with a Subaru?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/plowing-with-a-subaru/61498)
**Author:** [@Tom\_and\_Ray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_and_Ray)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2011, 8:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/plowing-with-a-subaru/61498 "2011-03-18T20:38:35Z")
This week on Car Talk, Tom and Ray talked with Leanne in Connecticut. (You can hear her call right here.) Her scheme? She wants to plow her own driveway. With her Subaru! Can it be done? Is she entirely whacko? Listen… --- ## [Storage 6months - cause for engine sludge?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/storage-6months-cause-for-engine-sludge/62220)
**Author:** [@excessads](https://community.cartalk.com/u/excessads)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2011, 12:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/storage-6months-cause-for-engine-sludge/62220 "2011-03-05T12:21:48Z")
interested in buying a 07 Saab 95 aero sportscombi from out of state. Been getting maintenance history from owner and found out the car was stored for 6 months in CO without draining the oil or driving the car every onc… --- ## [AWD vs FWD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-vs-fwd/61721)
**Author:** [@ladybugspot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ladybugspot)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2011, 3:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-vs-fwd/61721 "2011-02-22T15:33:09Z")
In market for a vehicle and have looked at both Chevy Traverse and VW Routan. There's many features I like about both vehicles. My question is about how they handle in snow living in MN, winters can be brutle. My purpose… --- ## [Driving Ford Mustang in the snow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-ford-mustang-in-the-snow/60147)
**Author:** [@seejayp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seejayp)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2011, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-ford-mustang-in-the-snow/60147 "2011-01-24T21:47:31Z")
I recently moved from texas to massachusets and was struck by the snowfall on the first day. I never drove my car in snow before and was wondering on how safe it is and what should i be careful about. Its a 2007 Ford Mus… --- ## [Shifts very hard when hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shifts-very-hard-when-hot/60166)
**Author:** [@jotheuser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jotheuser)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2011, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shifts-very-hard-when-hot/60166 "2011-01-19T18:30:14Z")
Shifts very hard when hot, trans. oil clean and full, this model has a complete master cylinder, slave, hydraulic line (factory pre-filled and bled unit)shifts ok after it cooled down, but I didn't think I would make it … --- ## [4-Wheel Drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-wheel-drive/58780)
**Author:** [@KarenGr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KarenGr)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2011, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-wheel-drive/58780 "2011-01-11T17:07:07Z")
We just bought a vacation home in the North Carolina mountains. The house is up a very steep hill, and we could not get uphill last week in 2" of snow in my Honda Odyssey minivan. (We had to park at the bottom of the h… --- ## [Sand/Salt Bags in the back of my truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sand-salt-bags-in-the-back-of-my-truck/42176)
**Author:** [@Chelse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chelse)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2011, 8:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sand-salt-bags-in-the-back-of-my-truck/42176 "2011-01-09T08:11:09Z")
I've heard conflicting ideas about putting bags of salt or sand in the bed of front wheel drive trucks during the winter to help the back from sliding around. I've heard it makes no difference, also that it only helps i… --- ## [My 2009 Impreza shakes at 45](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2009-impreza-shakes-at-45/59744)
**Author:** [@Mazzmosis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mazzmosis)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2011, 4:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2009-impreza-shakes-at-45/59744 "2011-01-09T04:58:45Z")
I was driving the other night in the snow and I slid into a curb and hit my two right side tires. The hubcaps popped right off. Today I drove it on the now cleared roads and as I got up to 35 I noticed a slight shake whi… --- ## [Planning a transcontinental trip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/planning-a-transcontinental-trip/59121)
**Author:** [@spacermase](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spacermase)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2010, 5:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/planning-a-transcontinental-trip/59121 "2010-12-26T05:34:05Z")
So, I've just been accepted into graduate school at Washington State University in Pullman, WA, for astrobiology (yes, astrobiology). Classes start January 10th. Difficulty: I am currently located in northern Virginia,… --- ## [AWD? We don't need no steenking AWD!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-we-dont-need-no-steenking-awd/59005)
**Author:** [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2010, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-we-dont-need-no-steenking-awd/59005 "2010-12-25T16:33:41Z")
Pretty impressive what pros can do with a RWD Volvo in the snow! http://www...rembedded --- ## [Weight in trunk?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weight-in-trunk/22689)
**Author:** [@AHuberPSU](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AHuberPSU)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2010, 1:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weight-in-trunk/22689 "2010-12-20T01:02:05Z")
My mother is concerned for my safety and believes that by placing weight in the trunk I will have more control over my car in the wintry weather. In a rear-wheel drive car I would believe she would be correct, however, m… --- ## [Winter traction 2007 Honda Civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-traction-2007-honda-civic/7918)
**Author:** [@altomelsa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/altomelsa)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2010, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-traction-2007-honda-civic/7918 "2010-12-12T01:31:04Z")
My car skidded all over the snowy road yesterday...through stopsigns, into the curb on turns and I was driving slooowwwwly. Help! Do I need snow tires (never did before), or do I pester Honda? - I just bought the car br… --- ## [Winter Cross Country](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-cross-country/58502)
**Author:** [@fllnthblnk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fllnthblnk)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2010, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-cross-country/58502 "2010-12-10T13:58:30Z")
I am going to be driving cross country from OR to NC just after Christmas. I wonder if anyone has advice on the best route to take. I know its the worst time of year to do this. I also have to be there by Jan 2nd so my… --- ## [Snow driving gripe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-driving-gripe/58449)
**Author:** [@Carveaholic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carveaholic)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2010, 7:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-driving-gripe/58449 "2010-12-09T07:23:28Z")
I live in cleveland and we just had our first big snow. I was exited 'til i tried to drive home from work. It took me 3 yes THREE hours to drive five and and a half miles. Why you ask? Was it the snow? Nope Wer… --- ## [Preparing car for Chicago winter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/preparing-car-for-chicago-winter/58387)
**Author:** [@mollylosh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mollylosh)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2010, 2:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/preparing-car-for-chicago-winter/58387 "2010-12-09T02:12:08Z")
We have just moved to Chicago from North Carolina. What maintenance and other work should we have done to our 2003 car to ensure reliability throughout the winter, and longevity of our car? --- ## [Decent, reliable used cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/decent-reliable-used-cars/58282)
**Author:** [@KatieG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KatieG)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2010, 7:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/decent-reliable-used-cars/58282 "2010-12-08T19:21:23Z")
My family has been stationed in Italy for the past 4 years, and this summer we will be moving to Washington, D.C. Presently, we have a VW Toureg (main family car) and a Toyota MR2 (which only seats 2). My husband and I… --- ## ['05 Subaru Traction PROBLEMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-subaru-traction-problems/57888)
**Author:** [@oregonsubaru](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oregonsubaru)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2010, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-subaru-traction-problems/57888 "2010-11-30T16:08:21Z")
We own a 2005 Subaru Outback with a 5 speed manual currently running Nokian Winter Studded tires. This is the 2nd Outback we've owned in the past couple years. I've spent my life driving in Michigan and Colorado winter… --- ## [Storing car for winter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/storing-car-for-winter/57225)
**Author:** [@Raimonde](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Raimonde)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2010, 4:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/storing-car-for-winter/57225 "2010-11-06T16:18:05Z")
I am storing a 1998 Volvo S70 for the winter in a heated barn with cement floor. What should I be doing to the car in preparation for storage? --- ## [Traction and stability control vs awd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/traction-and-stability-control-vs-awd/55737)
**Author:** [@amhof59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/amhof59)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2010, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/traction-and-stability-control-vs-awd/55737 "2010-10-12T22:48:17Z")
I am looking for a new car for winter driving. With ABS and traction and stability control, would I still need AWD? I can't decide. (Note: my current car does not even have ABS.) --- ## [1998 ford ranger - an okay truck for snowy hilly commute?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-ranger-an-okay-truck-for-snowy-hilly-commute/55375)
**Author:** [@oxgirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oxgirl)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2010, 3:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-ranger-an-okay-truck-for-snowy-hilly-commute/55375 "2010-09-22T03:49:12Z")
I need to buy a car or truck to drive to my new job. I drive about 10 miles each way, which is not far, but it is a very hilly and somewhat winding commute. I live in Vermont, so we get a lot of snow. The job is on a… --- ## [Kicked out of my garage and winter's coming](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kicked-out-of-my-garage-and-winters-coming/55336)
**Author:** [@StrongDreamsWaitHere](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StrongDreamsWaitHere)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2010, 11:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kicked-out-of-my-garage-and-winters-coming/55336 "2010-09-19T23:57:33Z")
I live in upstate New York, where there is plenty of snow, ice and road salt. I've always been able to park overnight in a garage, but this winter I will be parking in an apartment parking lot. Are there any recommenda… --- ## [Cars for snow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-for-snow/47459)
**Author:** [@albanquin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/albanquin)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2010, 11:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-for-snow/47459 "2010-09-13T23:55:05Z")
Our son needs a car to drive to and from school in upstate (Rochester) NY. He is driving only about 10 miles, but they get a lot of snow and ice (and salt). We are thinking about a Jeep Cherokee or Subaru. Or do you thin… --- ## [Best vehicle to not be snowed in](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-vehicle-to-not-be-snowed-in/53924)
**Author:** [@whatev](https://community.cartalk.com/u/whatev)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2010, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-vehicle-to-not-be-snowed-in/53924 "2010-08-24T17:02:03Z")
suggestions for something that would basically be able to drive out of long steep driveway even with 1-2ft snow drifts. could either be a primary car if good mileage, or just a "beater" to have for this specific use in… --- ## [Car question: recommend car for snow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-question-recommend-car-for-snow/53488)
**Author:** [@ameliapeta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ameliapeta)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2010, 2:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-question-recommend-car-for-snow/53488 "2010-08-16T14:21:32Z")
hi - my husband and I are looking for a used truck/suv that has 4wd, can carry heavy loads, and is comfortable to drive in. We are purchasing a cabin in the Catskills, so it also needs to be driveable in the snow and can… --- ## [To drain or not to drain? for winter storage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-drain-or-not-to-drain-for-winter-storage/52674)
**Author:** [@mwright1077](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mwright1077)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 11:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-drain-or-not-to-drain-for-winter-storage/52674 "2010-07-30T11:51:40Z")
I will be storing my 2006 Scion outside in the Minnesota winter between September and February. It regularly gets to 20 or 30 below zero here. Suggestions about winter preparations conflict so I thought I'd ask on the … --- ## [Snow Blower Question - AR Plate Steel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-blower-question-ar-plate-steel/48789)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2010, 2:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-blower-question-ar-plate-steel/48789 "2010-05-22T02:42:43Z")
I've got a little snow blower that I bought new 10 years ago to help out where the Allis - Chalmers can't plow. I do a long paved driveway and cul-de-sac with it. It's an Ariens 13hp / 36" 12v electric start, walk -… --- ## [You Shovel It, You Own It?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-shovel-it-you-own-it/45514)
**Author:** [@2515129](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2515129)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2010, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-shovel-it-you-own-it/45514 "2010-04-23T23:35:57Z")
A woman from Chicago called in last week wondering about the moral dilemma of "saving" a parking space that she shoveled. Tom & Ray said the "Law of the Jungle" was in effect and that putting a garbage can or a lawn chai… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/driving-drivers/15.md?page=2) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/driving-drivers/15.md?page=4)