# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=212 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 213 --- ## [Car fires?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-fires/99784)
**Author:** [@hiker16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hiker16)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2017, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-fires/99784 "2017-02-23T19:37:19Z")
Earlier this week, I passed what looked like a pretty serious car fire on the shoulder of I-95, just north of Baltimore. (people were out/ away from the car, and on their cellphone, but fire/ police had not yet shown… --- ## [Quaker State Motor Oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quaker-state-motor-oil/77391)
**Author:** [@ypli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ypli)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2017, 4:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quaker-state-motor-oil/77391 "2017-02-23T04:04:46Z")
Why is Quaker State motor oil so much cheaper than Castrol and Pennzoil? Is the oil quality of Castrol and Pennzoil that much better than Quaker State's? Menards has Quaker State motor oil on sale at times for $2.49 a … --- ## [Curious question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/curious-question/100292)
**Author:** [@Rusty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rusty)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2017, 3:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/curious-question/100292 "2017-02-22T15:23:12Z")
I've had this question in the back of my mind for quite a long time. I finally came around to ask this question so here it goes. I've always been interested in old GM vehicles and what I've always noticed in GM vehicles … --- ## [How much does a Mexican luxury bus, cost?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-does-a-mexican-luxury-bus-cost/100204)
**Author:** [@irlandes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/irlandes)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2017, 4:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-does-a-mexican-luxury-bus-cost/100204 "2017-02-22T04:37:09Z")
I hope it is not a violation to talk about buses. ADO, one of the best Mexican bus companies, just announced the purchase of 200 new buses. They will be used partly on regular ADO service around much of the central Mexic… --- ## [Revoking Acceptance of a recently purchased car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/revoking-acceptance-of-a-recently-purchased-car/100080)
**Author:** [@jmkatz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmkatz)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2017, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/revoking-acceptance-of-a-recently-purchased-car/100080 "2017-02-22T03:17:14Z")
I recently bought a car on the condition some things would be replaced. The paperwork is a "we owe" agreement. The first time they said it was fixed, an LED tail light was not working when I went to pick up the car. 2+… --- ## [Parts car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-car/99974)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2017, 10:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-car/99974 "2017-02-19T22:31:11Z")
I got a vue last month. V6 motor, runs fine, almost new tires for cheap. \<$500 but the rear cat pipe is messed up due to prior owner removing flex pipe. Found an identical vue that sellers ad caught my eye. Same model, m… --- ## [Craftsman Tools](https://community.cartalk.com/t/craftsman-tools/99847)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2017, 1:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/craftsman-tools/99847 "2017-02-19T13:50:57Z")
Just recently we had a discussion about Craftsman tools. I just read a Chicago Tribune article that says Sears sold Craftsman to Stanley Black & Decker (who knew THEY were now one?) and are looking to sell off Kenmore an… --- ## [Power question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-question/100103)
**Author:** [@Devon\_Allision](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Devon_Allision)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2017, 1:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-question/100103 "2017-02-19T13:43:32Z")
So, I push my pedal in 1/16 (in park) and RPM goes up a little then acts like it wants to die. It is a 1994 K1500, I was just wondering what it could be, being old or another problem. It is a 350 TBI. Feedback is appreci… --- ## [Breezewood, 'A Pennsylvania Highway Town at the Junction of Politics and Policy '](https://community.cartalk.com/t/breezewood-a-pennsylvania-highway-town-at-the-junction-of-politics-and-policy/99548)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2017, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/breezewood-a-pennsylvania-highway-town-at-the-junction-of-politics-and-policy/99548 "2017-02-19T02:26:17Z")
I've driven through this dump late at night when I just wanted to get home, an hour away. It was one of the most Twilight-Zone experiences, leaving the freeway to meander through the most-crowded strip-mall in the U… --- ## [Where can I go to find a good starting price for negotiating a new car deal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-can-i-go-to-find-a-good-starting-price-for-negotiating-a-new-car-deal/99969)
**Author:** [@2davidc8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2davidc8)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2017, 12:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-can-i-go-to-find-a-good-starting-price-for-negotiating-a-new-car-deal/99969 "2017-02-18T00:56:53Z")
I understand that for used cars I can check Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds, and NADA Guides. But what about new cars? Any advice? Thanks! (Yes, I know this has been asked before, but the topics I saw were \> 6 years old.… --- ## [2002 Satrun SL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-satrun-sl/99873)
**Author:** [@17wmongar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/17wmongar)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2017, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-satrun-sl/99873 "2017-02-17T00:47:17Z")
So my friend went to do a break stand in my car and when he went to do so the car stayed where it was and reved like it was in neutral. It goes in to gear but when its in gear it clinks and clunks and it shows the speedo… --- ## [Do any of you guys have tinnitus?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-any-of-you-guys-have-tinnitus/97971)
**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2017, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-any-of-you-guys-have-tinnitus/97971 "2017-02-16T19:12:11Z")
Hey, guys I was just wondering if any of you guys also have tinnitus I do, and it's not really a big deal. For me, it's worst first thing in the morning, when I'm getting out of bed It's funny . . . as I'm typin… --- ## [Rav4 Interior Lights Come On When Approaching Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rav4-interior-lights-come-on-when-approaching-car/99881)
**Author:** [@coot30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/coot30)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2017, 6:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rav4-interior-lights-come-on-when-approaching-car/99881 "2017-02-16T18:32:52Z")
The interior lights of my 2011 Rav4 illuminate when approaching and/or walking past the vehicle when locked. I work in a bad neighborhood, and often leave work late at night... so I want this feature disabled so that the… --- ## [Trucker sending a message](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trucker-sending-a-message/99639)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2017, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trucker-sending-a-message/99639 "2017-02-16T17:55:24Z")
--- ## [Can i sue my mechanic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-sue-my-mechanic/99521)
**Author:** [@amyvsd22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/amyvsd22)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2017, 3:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-sue-my-mechanic/99521 "2017-02-16T03:51:04Z")
I was in an accident in August 2015. The accident was my fault, but i had full coverage. I had the car towed to a local shop in feb. 2016 that specializes in classic cars. After receiving an estimate, my insurance compan… --- ## [Any thoughts on college daughter car 2003 grand am?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-thoughts-on-college-daughter-car-2003-grand-am/99895)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2017, 2:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-thoughts-on-college-daughter-car-2003-grand-am/99895 "2017-02-16T02:54:42Z")
What to look for as common issues to this model, thanks. --- ## ["Drop a gear and disappear"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drop-a-gear-and-disappear/99897)
**Author:** [@Devon\_Allision](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Devon_Allision)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2017, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drop-a-gear-and-disappear/99897 "2017-02-16T02:40:03Z")
I have a question, so I have a 1994 Chevrolet Silverado. Would using the 1,2 and 3 on my automatic transmission to shift be bad? I'm just asking in case I'm cruising and want to "drop a gear and disappear" sorry if I sou… --- ## [Volvo XC90 Catches fire while parked in my garage after being serviced at Volvo Marin!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc90-catches-fire-while-parked-in-my-garage-after-being-serviced-at-volvo-marin/99902)
**Author:** [@jeffhalbrecht](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeffhalbrecht)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2017, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc90-catches-fire-while-parked-in-my-garage-after-being-serviced-at-volvo-marin/99902 "2017-02-16T01:32:09Z")
After being serviced at our local Dealership, Volvo Marin, my Volvo XC 90 spontaneously burst into flames while parked in my garage causing a devastating fire that burned down the garage and two cars. I was driving ho… --- ## [Why wouldn't car makers put the year on the back](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wouldnt-car-makers-put-the-year-on-the-back/99654)
**Author:** [@Ben-C](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben-C)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2017, 11:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wouldnt-car-makers-put-the-year-on-the-back/99654 "2017-02-14T23:03:32Z")
There is the car logo badge, the model like Tundra, ES300, XL-7, AWD and so on in chrome. But never put the year on it. Why not put the year so everyone can easily identify what year model the car is? --- ## [Ripped off by autobody shop, what can i do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ripped-off-by-autobody-shop-what-can-i-do/35379)
**Author:** [@shadowrelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shadowrelm)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2017, 7:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ripped-off-by-autobody-shop-what-can-i-do/35379 "2017-02-14T19:18:24Z")
I'm not sure if this is the right place, but hopefully someone can help me. I've been rear-ended a second time in the last 2 years. When I took my car to be fixed for the 2nd rear-end accident, the auto shop told me… --- ## [Dealers Selling Used Cars from Far-Away Public Auctions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealers-selling-used-cars-from-far-away-public-auctions/99770)
**Author:** [@WBEZfan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WBEZfan)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2017, 3:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealers-selling-used-cars-from-far-away-public-auctions/99770 "2017-02-13T03:00:53Z")
Hi folks, Back in 2014, I got great advice from everyone here in my post about keeping my reliable 1997 Toyota Rav4 instead of purchasing a new car. Unfortunately, my daily mileage is about to jump during rotations,… --- ## [Mixing different octane.. bad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mixing-different-octane-bad/99637)
**Author:** [@jayre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jayre)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2017, 12:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mixing-different-octane-bad/99637 "2017-02-13T00:38:41Z")
My car requires 91 octane according to the manual and the gas cap. Costco I fill up at only has 87 and 93 octane so I always fill up in 1:2 ratio. ie. To fill up 18 gallons I would put 12 gal of 93 and 6 gal of 87 to g… --- ## [Leasing vs Buying, what about when the lease price is this low?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leasing-vs-buying-what-about-when-the-lease-price-is-this-low/89822)
**Author:** [@xaml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xaml)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2017, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leasing-vs-buying-what-about-when-the-lease-price-is-this-low/89822 "2017-02-12T19:11:35Z")
I'm looking to buy a new car for work commute (about 40 miles a day or so) and deciding whether to buy or lease. My work commute consists of 60% highway, the rest is city driving bumper to bumper. Most of the roads are f… --- ## [Buying auto parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-auto-parts/99605)
**Author:** [@familyguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/familyguy)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2017, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-auto-parts/99605 "2017-02-10T16:50:32Z")
where is the best place to buy auto parts. oreilly auto, advance auto, auto zone rock auto. junk yard or OEM --- ## [Toyota Prius MPG](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-prius-mpg/99533)
**Author:** [@2davidc8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2davidc8)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2017, 4:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-prius-mpg/99533 "2017-02-10T04:02:05Z")
Toyota Prius owners, How many MPG do you REALLY get? What model/year is your car? Please share. Thanks! --- ## [Mazda reportedly introducing sparkless gas engine—How is this different from a diesel?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-reportedly-introducing-sparkless-gas-engine-how-is-this-different-from-a-diesel/98658)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2017, 6:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-reportedly-introducing-sparkless-gas-engine-how-is-this-different-from-a-diesel/98658 "2017-02-09T06:14:34Z")
Mazda reportedly introducing sparkless gas engine in 2018 The automaker is reportedly set to introduce the first modern gasoline automobile engine that works more like a diesel, using compression to ignite its fuel mix… --- ## [Odometer/Dashboard lights will not turn on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odometer-dashboard-lights-will-not-turn-on/99593)
**Author:** [@JamesDejesus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesDejesus)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2017, 2:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odometer-dashboard-lights-will-not-turn-on/99593 "2017-02-09T02:47:17Z")
Hello! I'm new here. I have a 99 Honda Civic, it's working great however the dashboard lights will not light up when I turn my lights on. I tried switching the dim switch on it, thinking that may be the problem, but tha… --- ## [Car care advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-care-advice/99222)
**Author:** [@williamfrank720](https://community.cartalk.com/u/williamfrank720)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2017, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-care-advice/99222 "2017-02-09T02:28:34Z")
Hi all, I have 2006 model Civic. I bought it before 3 months from a used car dealer. I don't have deep knowledge in car repair works. In a blog, I recently read they have explained about getting car care advice. For new… --- ## [Danish Car Rental Gone Bad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/danish-car-rental-gone-bad/99478)
**Author:** [@lougazzola](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lougazzola)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2017, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/danish-car-rental-gone-bad/99478 "2017-02-08T19:58:48Z")
I rented a car from Hertz at the Copenhagen Denmark airport. The car was a new Nissan with approx 15 miles. I left the parking garage and drove less than 3 miles and the clutch froze. I contact Hertz, they picked u… --- ## [Bought used car and had unexpected problems – return if no financing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bought-used-car-and-had-unexpected-problems-return-if-no-financing/98664)
**Author:** [@ajs2193](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ajs2193)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2017, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bought-used-car-and-had-unexpected-problems-return-if-no-financing/98664 "2017-02-08T16:34:55Z")
Hello Everyone, I purchased a used car about a month ago and a problem regarding vibration and noise started to be noticeable a day after driving off the lot. I’ve spent a lot of time and money having mechanics look at… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=211) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=213)