# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=160 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 161 --- ## [Prius critical design flaw kills batteries worse than Boeing 737 MAX MCAS issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-critical-design-flaw-kills-batteries-worse-than-boeing-737-max-mcas-issues/133031)
**Author:** [@bo\_147285](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bo_147285)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 4:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-critical-design-flaw-kills-batteries-worse-than-boeing-737-max-mcas-issues/133031 "2019-01-23T04:28:54Z")
I drove a Toyota Corolla 2003 for over 15 years and past 210k miles and never had a problem. Now this brand new Prius is crapping out on me for no reason left and right and at the most inconvinent times. Seems like there… --- ## [For Men only](https://community.cartalk.com/t/for-men-only/132733)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2019, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/for-men-only/132733 "2019-01-22T19:45:45Z")
--- ## [Metal clicking noise when shifting. Is my transmission taking a hit or?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metal-clicking-noise-when-shifting-is-my-transmission-taking-a-hit-or/133029)
**Author:** [@TheMidnightNarwhal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheMidnightNarwhal)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metal-clicking-noise-when-shifting-is-my-transmission-taking-a-hit-or/133029 "2019-01-21T18:07:32Z")
It’s been colder than usual this past 2 days, it was about -23c . The problem or noise that was making was as if there was metal clicking or cracking when shifting. You know when you rock the shifter left to right quick… --- ## [Curious 101](https://community.cartalk.com/t/curious-101/132945)
**Author:** [@spider-man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spider-man)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 2:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/curious-101/132945 "2019-01-21T14:20:38Z")
if you leave your light on how long would it take for battery to go dead. --- ## [The 2119 Titan is out and guess what's next](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-2119-titan-is-out-and-guess-whats-next/132834)
**Author:** [@Rod-Knox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rod-Knox)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 2:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-2119-titan-is-out-and-guess-whats-next/132834 "2019-01-20T02:53:19Z")
What do you think of the new model and then what to you think Nissan was forced to do at the Titan factory? Those cut backs will be devastating to 3 counties and I wonder just what all is involved with the necessi… --- ## [2016 Ford Explorer - Loud wind noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-explorer-loud-wind-noise/123957)
**Author:** [@RobertAUsher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertAUsher)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-explorer-loud-wind-noise/123957 "2019-01-20T00:20:17Z")
loud wind noise at highway speed --- ## [Water filling back seat floor. ‘06 SUB Impreza outback sport wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-filling-back-seat-floor-06-sub-impreza-outback-sport-wagon/132964)
**Author:** [@Annametta8\_146980](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Annametta8_146980)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-filling-back-seat-floor-06-sub-impreza-outback-sport-wagon/132964 "2019-01-20T00:09:35Z")
My wagon has water in the floor of back seat. Nothing on seats - only floor. There’s some water in the back light are too. It has been raining a lot. It’s a continuous problem as I soaked up water - it rained and came … --- ## [Thoughts on a is350?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thoughts-on-a-is350/132894)
**Author:** [@Eyadouri18\_147175](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eyadouri18_147175)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2019, 4:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thoughts-on-a-is350/132894 "2019-01-19T16:12:41Z")
Lexus is350 2006 !!! --- ## [Best Year for Mazda CX-3 and Mazda CX-5](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-year-for-mazda-cx-3-and-mazda-cx-5/132687)
**Author:** [@DarkNiiinja](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DarkNiiinja)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-year-for-mazda-cx-3-and-mazda-cx-5/132687 "2019-01-18T23:35:00Z")
As stated above. I’m looking for the best year (reliability-wise) for both a CX-3 and a CX-5. I’ve tried finding this information myself, but can’t. I’m seeking knowledgeable answers, please! I like knowing why it’s th… --- ## [Theft prevention](https://community.cartalk.com/t/theft-prevention/93298)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 102\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 7:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/theft-prevention/93298 "2019-01-18T19:57:56Z")
One of the major networks just had a segment on thefts from cars. Hackers are apparently building a device that they place under the car that will detect and store the signal that your FOB transmits when you unlock the c… --- ## [Disposal of tools & equipment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disposal-of-tools-equipment/132795)
**Author:** [@old\_mopar\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_mopar_guy)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disposal-of-tools-equipment/132795 "2019-01-17T21:50:00Z")
My wife wants me to clean my “stuff” out of the garage. She’s right, since due to age, I’m not going to be working on cars anymore. We’re talking big heavy stuff, like a Sunscope engine analyzer, Sun distributor machine,… --- ## [How can I prevent truck theft?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-prevent-truck-theft/129375)
**Author:** [@MichaelTurner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelTurner)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2019, 9:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-prevent-truck-theft/129375 "2019-01-16T09:42:35Z")
How can I better secure my 2007 Chevy Silverado 1500 4X4 from thieving bastards? Twice the local thugs attempted to steal my truck. They broke the door lock by punching it in. They tear off the column cover and screw th… --- ## [What's my bid for this?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-my-bid-for-this/132716)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2019, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-my-bid-for-this/132716 "2019-01-16T03:23:55Z")
--- ## [2006 Honda Accord push start when key turned on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-push-start-when-key-turned-on/132704)
**Author:** [@Felix\_Vang](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Felix_Vang)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2019, 1:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-push-start-when-key-turned-on/132704 "2019-01-16T01:08:41Z")
Bought a used 2006 Honda Accord and the question is the push button won’t start but when the key turned to on position then the push start button would start the car. Is that a normal procedure? New to Honda. Thanks. … --- ## ['How the Garage Became America's Favorite Room'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-the-garage-became-americas-favorite-room/132685)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2019, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-the-garage-became-americas-favorite-room/132685 "2019-01-15T22:50:10Z")
‘In Philadelphia, where I live, a menace has invaded city streets. A number of new town houses, clad in nostalgic, deferential brick, have put at their bases a yawning portal: the garage, an offensive import from the sub… --- ## [Limited Excessive Wear and Use Waiver](https://community.cartalk.com/t/limited-excessive-wear-and-use-waiver/132712)
**Author:** [@jondavids2016\_147055](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jondavids2016_147055)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2019, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/limited-excessive-wear-and-use-waiver/132712 "2019-01-15T21:01:11Z")
I backed into something with my leased Honda and scraped up the back. Honda has a limited excessive wear and use waiver that when boosted by loyalty benefits waives up to $1,000 in damage when the lease is up. They told … --- ## [Dealerships that tick you off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealerships-that-tick-you-off/132176)
**Author:** [@Jdm2500hd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jdm2500hd)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2019, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealerships-that-tick-you-off/132176 "2019-01-15T13:35:51Z")
This is more of a venting session than anything but I’ve recently bought a Toyota Highlander from a respected dealership chain in IL. Now I bought this a few months ago but the other day I was looking at the back of it a… --- ## [If I win the lottery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-i-win-the-lottery/127338)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2019, 1:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-i-win-the-lottery/127338 "2019-01-15T13:30:22Z")
… this will be my first toy. :yum: Rolls Royce engineers came up with a 6,000 lb SUV that can take on the roughest terrain, has 10 inches of ground clearance but has the lowest load height of any SUV, and is so quiet t… --- ## [Noise from engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-from-engine/132635)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2019, 2:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-from-engine/132635 "2019-01-15T02:57:04Z")
--- ## [Where Are The Teslas?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-are-the-teslas/130174)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2019, 1:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-are-the-teslas/130174 "2019-01-15T01:42:11Z")
I live in Colorado, in the Denver area…I have not seen a Tesla Model 3 and only one Model S about a year ago…I read where 70,000 Model 3’s have been produced and are being delivered but where are they ?? I did a little … --- ## [Are Classic Ford Mustangs Really Fast?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-classic-ford-mustangs-really-fast/114888)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2019, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-classic-ford-mustangs-really-fast/114888 "2019-01-14T16:07:33Z")
I remember when the Movie Bullit came out and I thoroughly enjoyed it. But, can a stock Mustang really go that fast or was this a modified version? CSA :palm\_tree::sunglasses::palm\_tree: --- ## [Engine Stop & Go - Technology](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-stop-go-technology/132122)
**Author:** [@johnat475\_146613](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnat475_146613)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2019, 2:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-stop-go-technology/132122 "2019-01-14T02:03:43Z")
Engine Stop & Go - Technology? Does the “Engine Stop & Go technology” actually reduces Fuel savings?" (also Pros & Cons) --- ## [Why did my Jeep catch fire?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-did-my-jeep-catch-fire/127558)
**Author:** [@Donutman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Donutman)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2019, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-did-my-jeep-catch-fire/127558 "2019-01-14T01:15:26Z")
2012 Liberty, engine started running rough on the freeway after about 40 minutes highway speeds - electronic throttle and engine idiot lights come on, engine losing power, I pull of and there is a small fire burning at t… --- ## [No compression in 1 cylinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-compression-in-1-cylinder/131922)
**Author:** [@alexk928gts\_146541](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alexk928gts_146541)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2019, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-compression-in-1-cylinder/131922 "2019-01-12T16:16:30Z")
Hi everyone, I have a 2009 Kia Borrego 4x4 SUV with 8 cylinders. Just this week the engine suddenly stop working. I mechanic friend from church did a diagnostic test and told me cylinder 2 has no compression due to th… --- ## [A bit of timely cartoon humor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-bit-of-timely-cartoon-humor/132457)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2019, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-bit-of-timely-cartoon-humor/132457 "2019-01-12T00:29:07Z")
… that is all too true. --- ## [If you think driving here is bad, check out Russia!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-think-driving-here-is-bad-check-out-russia/132235)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-think-driving-here-is-bad-check-out-russia/132235 "2019-01-11T23:12:10Z")
Anytime you think you have seen it all when it comes to bad drivers, look at “Russian Dashcam” on Youtube and you will see what really bad driving is all about. I guess a combination of factors including corruption in g… --- ## [Mazda 3 or Elantra GT](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-3-or-elantra-gt/131887)
**Author:** [@moneyman123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/moneyman123)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 6:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-3-or-elantra-gt/131887 "2019-01-11T18:31:04Z")
Hey guys. Looking at getting a new car next month for about $20K or so (well a used one because its a much better deal) but looking at either the Mazda 3 or Elantra GT. Was wondering which you think is better. I love dri… --- ## [Nissan Figaro in Britain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-figaro-in-britain/132443)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-figaro-in-britain/132443 "2019-01-11T14:52:35Z")
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/01/11/world/europe/uk-nissan-figaro.html --- ## [Need help identifying rims](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-identifying-rims/132428)
**Author:** [@kevinmoreno123\_146882](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kevinmoreno123_146882)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-identifying-rims/132428 "2019-01-11T13:41:39Z")
Need help identifying these rims on my audi s4 b5. --- ## [Need reliable truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-reliable-truck/132020)
**Author:** [@Dan52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan52)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-reliable-truck/132020 "2019-01-11T02:55:54Z")
I’ve read a few different sites online. Some say all Toyotas, some Nissans, some Chevys, some years of F150s and Rangers, and some years of RAM and Dakotas are reliable. Some posters say any truck is good if you maintai… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=159) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=161)