# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=167 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 168 --- ## [The customers that shops deal with](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-customers-that-shops-deal-with/127204)
**Author:** [@asemaster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asemaster)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2018, 5:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-customers-that-shops-deal-with/127204 "2018-11-11T05:32:27Z")
Many of the posts here are from people relating their experiences with dealerships, chain stores, or independent repair shops. But sometimes I think it’s fun to post some events from the perspective of the auto shop. Her… --- ## [Does cruise control save fuel?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-cruise-control-save-fuel/128537)
**Author:** [@LarryMotter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryMotter)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2018, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-cruise-control-save-fuel/128537 "2018-11-11T02:32:59Z")
Is there a significant fuel savings when using cruise control or is it just a convenience. --- ## [Driverless car demolition derby](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driverless-car-demolition-derby/128569)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2018, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driverless-car-demolition-derby/128569 "2018-11-10T19:42:43Z")
Would anyone enter? Would anyone watch? --- ## [Driving with handbrake on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-with-handbrake-on/127490)
**Author:** [@PhoenixSS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PhoenixSS)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2018, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-with-handbrake-on/127490 "2018-11-10T19:23:01Z")
Hi, I accidentally drove my car with handbrake on for 0.7 mile, at a speed of 25-30 mph. Do I need to check anything right now? --- ## [Scary Pumpkin](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scary-pumpkin/128530)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2018, 2:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scary-pumpkin/128530 "2018-11-10T14:25:18Z")
--- ## [Is a full tank less likely to explode?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-full-tank-less-likely-to-explode/128391)
**Author:** [@GayleBurris](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GayleBurris)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2018, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-full-tank-less-likely-to-explode/128391 "2018-11-10T01:58:26Z")
I have always been a freak about the gas gauge I guess, because I start getting anxious when it shows 1/2 tank and start planning on getting to the gas station. I was once told that in the event of a wreck a full tank o… --- ## [2016 Jeep Compass - Panel lights out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-compass-panel-lights-out/128476)
**Author:** [@michaelspencer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michaelspencer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2018, 2:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-compass-panel-lights-out/128476 "2018-11-09T14:57:11Z")
lights on gear panel don’t work --- ## [This is awsome - see through engine in action](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-is-awsome-see-through-engine-in-action/128400)
**Author:** [@kurtwm1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurtwm1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2018, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-is-awsome-see-through-engine-in-action/128400 "2018-11-09T04:07:17Z")
Hope it is OK to link to a short video showing the combustion process in action on a “see-through” engine. --- ## [2017 Toyota RAV4 - Locked Key Inside](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-rav4-locked-key-inside/128468)
**Author:** [@Kent54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kent54)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2018, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-rav4-locked-key-inside/128468 "2018-11-09T02:31:08Z")
How to get in a 2017 RAV4 with the key fob locked inside the car --- ## [Please advice us what to do. Thanks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-advice-us-what-to-do-thanks/127435)
**Author:** [@omsairam911](https://community.cartalk.com/u/omsairam911)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2018, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-advice-us-what-to-do-thanks/127435 "2018-11-09T01:47:07Z")
Dear Car Talk Community, I need your help and guidance. My son ( not a minor) was parking and scratched the bumper of a 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali. He left a note under the windshield along with his cell number. The ow… --- ## [2015 Chevrolet Trax - Seeking RM in Windsor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-trax-seeking-rm-in-windsor/128447)
**Author:** [@Jennifer26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jennifer26)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-trax-seeking-rm-in-windsor/128447 "2018-11-08T17:47:26Z")
Reliable mechanics in Windsor, Ontario --- ## [Need help with tire size info](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-tire-size-info/128349)
**Author:** [@Fernando\_Rios\_Arias](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fernando_Rios_Arias)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 5:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-tire-size-info/128349 "2018-11-07T17:17:36Z")
I had a flat tire but I got it fixed after a few weeks I noticed that the new tire was a little bigger than the rest of my tires are 60 but the new one is 65 I was wondering if this was going to be an issue for the car?? … --- ## [Other than the obvious of fixing your car for cheaper, what are the advantages of having a lift in your garage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/other-than-the-obvious-of-fixing-your-car-for-cheaper-what-are-the-advantages-of-having-a-lift-in-your-garage/127915)
**Author:** [@TomJenkins\_143958](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomJenkins_143958)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 3:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/other-than-the-obvious-of-fixing-your-car-for-cheaper-what-are-the-advantages-of-having-a-lift-in-your-garage/127915 "2018-11-07T15:58:45Z")
I’m working on a project and want to better understand the type of folks who would be interested in having their own personal car lift. Sharing of any advice or personal experiences would truly be appreciated. Thanks i… --- ## [2017 Honda CR-V - Tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-cr-v-tires/128290)
**Author:** [@RichardHamilton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardHamilton)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 2:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-cr-v-tires/128290 "2018-11-07T14:07:33Z")
Road Noise? Dealer says, new car tires are softer (30000 mile life) vs aftermarket tires (60000 mile life) and as a result wear unevenly ,and are noisier after the early miles. Rotation does not help. Please comment. T… --- ## [2018 Nissan NX - Price](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-nissan-nx-price/128293)
**Author:** [@M.Payton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/M.Payton)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-nissan-nx-price/128293 "2018-11-07T03:34:00Z")
What’s the best price I should be able to get on a Nissan Kicks ( not on list) in metropolitan Washington D.C. (Includes VA and MD) --- ## [2006 chevy aveo lt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevy-aveo-lt/128345)
**Author:** [@Willis\_Mellott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Willis_Mellott)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevy-aveo-lt/128345 "2018-11-07T03:30:08Z")
i have a 06 aveo sitting on jackstands in neutral should the passenger wheel be easy to spin by hand --- ## [Mazda 6 engine shut down while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-6-engine-shut-down-while-driving/127832)
**Author:** [@Cameronstanton55\_143929](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cameronstanton55_143929)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2018, 2:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-6-engine-shut-down-while-driving/127832 "2018-11-07T02:57:35Z")
So i was driving down the road in my 2004 mazda 6, and the engine just shut down. You could hear it winding down. Then once i was pulled over i noticed thick white smoke coming from my exhaust. I checked the anti freeze … --- ## [2016 Dodge Journey - How to replace remote battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-journey-how-to-replace-remote-battery/128326)
**Author:** [@JESSENOCHS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JESSENOCHS)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2018, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-journey-how-to-replace-remote-battery/128326 "2018-11-06T20:11:51Z")
how to replace battery in keyless remote for dodge journey --- ## [Planning a roadtrip with a travel trailer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/planning-a-roadtrip-with-a-travel-trailer/127816)
**Author:** [@CHRISTINEeSCHMIDT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CHRISTINEeSCHMIDT)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2018, 3:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/planning-a-roadtrip-with-a-travel-trailer/127816 "2018-11-06T15:53:08Z")
Hello, I am planning a road trip around our country towing a small travel trailer. maybe 22 to 24 ft. I would like to tow with a SUV. Do I need a V8 engine? Is there a make/model you would recommend. I’ve never towe… --- ## [1970 Ford Mustang - Windshield cleaning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-ford-mustang-windshield-cleaning/128202)
**Author:** [@Shannon02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shannon02)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2018, 6:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-ford-mustang-windshield-cleaning/128202 "2018-11-06T06:52:26Z")
topic ended. further replies are not desired. --- ## [2013 Ford Escape - Touch screen out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape-touch-screen-out/128171)
**Author:** [@Reid23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Reid23)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2018, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape-touch-screen-out/128171 "2018-11-06T02:58:09Z")
My 2013 Ford Escape Center computer screen just went out. The darn thing just will not come on. This is the touch screen that controls air, radio and other functions. Does anyone know what might have happened and what on… --- ## [Wheel face profile?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-face-profile/128141)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2018, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-face-profile/128141 "2018-11-05T21:06:20Z")
every wheel has different profiles. the “face” may be curved to clear the brake caliper or to deal with hi/low wheel offsets. this pic is my 16" (2007) honda oem rim which is 16x6.5". the pic shows the dim from the ou… --- ## [Car feels like I ran over something on quick acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-feels-like-i-ran-over-something-on-quick-acceleration/128215)
**Author:** [@robbjornstad\_144099](https://community.cartalk.com/u/robbjornstad_144099)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2018, 1:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-feels-like-i-ran-over-something-on-quick-acceleration/128215 "2018-11-05T01:11:49Z")
My vehicle (suv) feels like I drove over something on a fast acceleration from a stop. This only happens when stopped and a quick acceleration. If I accelerate slowly it doesnt happen. Everything else seems fine. No chec… --- ## ["Cool Prius!"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cool-prius/128241)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2018, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cool-prius/128241 "2018-11-05T00:54:00Z")
Saw this in the neighborhood. --- ## [Should I replace a 2002 Outback with low miles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-a-2002-outback-with-low-miles/128208)
**Author:** [@cmittelberg\_144150](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cmittelberg_144150)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2018, 12:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-a-2002-outback-with-low-miles/128208 "2018-11-05T00:44:42Z")
HI! I need some advice about whether to replace an older car strictly for safety reasons. We purchased a 2002 Subaru Outback in 2010 for our daughters to have a car to drive back and forth to high school. At the time of … --- ## [2011 Toyota Camry - Which one?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-camry-which-one/128003)
**Author:** [@Kers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kers)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2018, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-camry-which-one/128003 "2018-11-04T18:40:06Z")
Which car would be a better used car buy - a 2011 camry with 76000 miles or a 2011 camry hybrid with the same mileage? --- ## [Responding to "Ford Fusion Steering Issue..."](https://community.cartalk.com/t/responding-to-ford-fusion-steering-issue/128156)
**Author:** [@MikeRay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeRay)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2018, 4:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/responding-to-ford-fusion-steering-issue/128156 "2018-11-03T16:53:40Z")
This is not a question but an addition to your “No shortage of steering problems with the Ford Fusion…” article. There’s another possible source/cause of that wayward steering found in some cars, not just the Fusion: ca… --- ## [2002 Chevrolet Corvette - Tired of security horn](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-corvette-tired-of-security-horn/128162)
**Author:** [@JohnHolloway](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnHolloway)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2018, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-corvette-tired-of-security-horn/128162 "2018-11-04T13:35:57Z")
Eliminate horn going off when unlocking car --- ## [2014 Jeep Patriot - Someone messing with my gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-patriot-someone-messing-with-my-gas/128189)
**Author:** [@Edwin-Gutierrez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Edwin-Gutierrez)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2018, 1:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-patriot-someone-messing-with-my-gas/128189 "2018-11-04T13:23:32Z")
I walk up to my car and gas cap was open. I think someone may have messed it with. What are preventable measures? --- ## [2013 Volvo XC60 - Question on reliability](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volvo-xc60-question-on-reliability/128169)
**Author:** [@Don00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Don00)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2018, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volvo-xc60-question-on-reliability/128169 "2018-11-03T22:28:14Z")
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