# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=22 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 23 --- ## [Can RX350h engine be made to stay ON when starting out?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-rx350h-engine-be-made-to-stay-on-when-starting-out/198231)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 12:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-rx350h-engine-be-made-to-stay-on-when-starting-out/198231 "2024-12-03T12:45:21Z")
Solved by Nevada\_545 ! Very cold morning. O-dark-thirty, hospital calls for an emergent transport of blood platelets. After turning on the 2023’s ignition, quickly stepping on accelerator TWICE starts engine without r… --- ## [‘What You Can Do with an Electric Volkswagen Bus’](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-you-can-do-with-an-electric-volkswagen-bus/198232)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 5:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-you-can-do-with-an-electric-volkswagen-bus/198232 "2024-12-03T05:08:16Z")
Jill Lepore gives Ray a ride and drag-races a '72 Sonett What You Can Do with an Electric Volkswagen Bus | The New Yorker --- ## [Will jump starting another vehicle damage battery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-jump-starting-another-vehicle-damage-battery/198082)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 1:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-jump-starting-another-vehicle-damage-battery/198082 "2024-12-03T01:57:30Z")
Today, when I stepped outside and headed towards my car, a carpet installation van had its battery dead. The driver asked if he could use my car to jump start his. I’m a very generous and clueless man and I try to hel… --- ## [Ever witnessed a bad car accident?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ever-witnessed-a-bad-car-accident/198076)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2024, 11:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ever-witnessed-a-bad-car-accident/198076 "2024-12-01T11:31:18Z")
While this post isn’t about fixing cars, it doesn’t hurt to have a CarTalkabout near misses and witnesses of horrible car accidents, and how to increase safety behind the wheels. 4 days ago, me and my mother ( in separa… --- ## [Georgia Vehicle tag renewal issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/georgia-vehicle-tag-renewal-issue/154225)
**Author:** [@Sydney\_Grey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sydney_Grey)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2019, 10:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/georgia-vehicle-tag-renewal-issue/154225 "2019-12-08T10:18:51Z")
I received this information after passing emissions and trying to renew my tag “This vehicle has unclaimed inventory.” does anyone know what this means? Car was purchased February 2019 --- ## [If your Porsche sunroof is leaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-your-porsche-sunroof-is-leaking/198194)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2024, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-your-porsche-sunroof-is-leaking/198194 "2024-11-29T16:16:12Z")
… you may be eligible for a cash settlement, as a result of this Class Action Lawsuit. This applies to 2015-2023 model year Cayenne or Macan vehicles, and also 2014-2023 model year Panamera vehicles, and is the result … --- ## [What kind of car soap do people like?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-kind-of-car-soap-do-people-like/198181)
**Author:** [@jabberjaw\_192049](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jabberjaw_192049)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2024, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-kind-of-car-soap-do-people-like/198181 "2024-11-29T15:41:53Z")
I’m not interested in wax/soap combo, I want it clean before putting on compound and wax. Youtube seems to like Mr Pink and Maguire’s Gold. But most all the videos focus on how much shine the wax gives or how foamy the… --- ## [How long can I drive my new vehicle without a license plate?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-can-i-drive-my-new-vehicle-without-a-license-plate/61029)
**Author:** [@pepito9123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pepito9123)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2018, 1:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-can-i-drive-my-new-vehicle-without-a-license-plate/61029 "2018-03-30T01:55:54Z")
I live in California, and I bought a NEW vehicle from the dealer. The dealer is responsible submitting the papers to get me my new license plate from DMV. I am just wondering HOW LONG can I drive this new vehicle without… --- ## [Nice car. Old days](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nice-car-old-days/198170)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2024, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nice-car-old-days/198170 "2024-11-28T21:07:46Z")
Pic of Alain delon and Jane Fonda. I heard it was his car but can’t confirm. I see the black one has marker lights and hideous bumper guards. The red one does not. --- ## [If you're buying a used car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-youre-buying-a-used-car/198139)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2024, 5:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-youre-buying-a-used-car/198139 "2024-11-27T17:58:16Z")
… even if it’s not an antique, this chart will help you to interpret the present owner’s statements, or his ad: --- ## [Will Stellantis bring their premium-level EV to The US?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-stellantis-bring-their-premium-level-ev-to-the-us/198136)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2024, 1:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-stellantis-bring-their-premium-level-ev-to-the-us/198136 "2024-11-27T13:25:14Z")
The range of their DS premium-price EV is an impressive 460+ miles, but–IMO–the EV market is saturated in The US, and it would be a mistake to bring it here. But, they just might blunder into a serious mistake: … --- ## [Largest possible tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/largest-possible-tire/198092)
**Author:** [@alexandermarx25\_181158](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alexandermarx25_181158)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2024, 8:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/largest-possible-tire/198092 "2024-11-25T08:41:04Z")
Hello Everyone! I have a 1997 GMC Suburban K1500 4x4 with a 4.5 inch lift and 2 inch wheel spacers. It has stock 16 inch wheels. What is the largest size tire (height and width) that I could fit under my truck and on the… --- ## [Fender theft from street-parked vehicles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fender-theft-from-street-parked-vehicles/198080)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2024, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fender-theft-from-street-parked-vehicles/198080 "2024-11-24T22:40:19Z")
If fenders are seldom stolen , any theories why thieves would steal the cat but leave the fender? --- ## [Sad news for the Hot Rod crowd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sad-news-for-the-hot-rod-crowd/198128)
**Author:** [@davesmopar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davesmopar)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2024, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sad-news-for-the-hot-rod-crowd/198128 "2024-11-24T20:26:35Z")
A sad end to some great shows… https://www.hemmings.com/stories/roadkill-show-cancelled-motortrend-production-studios-closes/#:~:text=Earlier%20this%20year%2C%20Warner%20Bros,did%2C%20but%20have%20no%20fear. --- ## [Jaguar must have a death wish](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jaguar-must-have-a-death-wish/198111)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2024, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jaguar-must-have-a-death-wish/198111 "2024-11-22T23:09:34Z")
They are effectively re-branding themselves, are eliminating the classic leaping Jaguar emblem, and are apparently headed for all-EV territory. In the meantime, they won’t offer any vehicles for sale in The UK for more… --- ## [2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class - What to watch out for](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mercedes-benz-s-class-what-to-watch-out-for/198091)
**Author:** [@belenes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/belenes)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2024, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mercedes-benz-s-class-what-to-watch-out-for/198091 "2024-11-22T20:17:21Z")
any problems on s550 --- ## [Borrowed license plate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/borrowed-license-plate/198077)
**Author:** [@DougieL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DougieL)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2024, 12:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/borrowed-license-plate/198077 "2024-11-22T00:32:11Z")
Spouse managed to total her car, and it got sent to a recycler. Since then, we’ve gotten several bills from the state tollway for that license plate. Guess what? Someone pulled those plates and is using them to drive on … --- ## [Conventional Vs Synthetic Blend Vs Full Synthetic for Winter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/conventional-vs-synthetic-blend-vs-full-synthetic-for-winter/198097)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2024, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/conventional-vs-synthetic-blend-vs-full-synthetic-for-winter/198097 "2024-11-21T13:58:20Z")
When it comes to naturally aspirated (non GDI) regular fuel injected engines, is it bad for the engines longevity in terms of appreciable cold start wear to use conventional oil or synthetic blend oil as opposed to full … --- ## [Tesla tops every other marque](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-tops-every-other-marque/198075)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2024, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-tops-every-other-marque/198075 "2024-11-19T14:56:05Z")
… when it comes to the rate of fatal accidents! I suspect that it has more to do with driver behavior and reliance on the “self-driving” feature than with the construction/design of their vehicles, but… quien sabe? htt… --- ## [Widening highways makes traffic worse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/widening-highways-makes-traffic-worse/197955)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 104\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2024, 2:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/widening-highways-makes-traffic-worse/197955 "2024-11-19T02:51:39Z")
‘Science Friday’ discusses this with the author of a recent book: Why Do We Keep Widening Highways If It Doesn’t Reduce Traffic? This isn’t news. I suspect everyone here would rather see the whole world paved so I adjur… --- ## [2 car problem type of post](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-car-problem-type-of-post/198065)
**Author:** [@1505paulsmith\_191933](https://community.cartalk.com/u/1505paulsmith_191933)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2024, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-car-problem-type-of-post/198065 "2024-11-18T01:47:54Z")
Okay, so i am working on a 1999 Honda prelude, as of right now i am either thinking of redoing the whole fuel line, or just “fix” the (roughly about 4"- 6") gap that i created trying to cut corners. It is located on the … --- ## [Big snake in engine bay](https://community.cartalk.com/t/big-snake-in-engine-bay/198062)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2024, 1:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/big-snake-in-engine-bay/198062 "2024-11-17T01:41:42Z")
When I saw the headline I immediately thought it’s a Florida story. Nope. Arizona. Here’s an unusual story about a lost boa constrictor. --- ## [Moose repellent PSA](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moose-repellent-psa/198021)
**Author:** [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moose-repellent-psa/198021 "2024-11-16T20:52:26Z")
Remember to use moose repellent in your garage! --- ## [Wants this car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wants-this-car/197971)
**Author:** [@remodeler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/remodeler)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2024, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wants-this-car/197971 "2024-11-15T22:37:58Z")
Son is set on this car: Lexus GX 470 '08-'09, but we’re all trying to talk him out of it to get something with better mileage since he’ll put a lot of miles on it. He wants a lot of space, which he says this thing has. … --- ## [Key Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-problems/198030)
**Author:** [@Darrell21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Darrell21)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2024, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-problems/198030 "2024-11-15T18:26:41Z")
My 2012 F-250 is giving me a problem with the key. I have been having to leave the key in at all times. If I remove it there is a good possibility it won’t even start. Does nothing. The key turns and lights come on das… --- ## [Is the Lexus 2.4L I-4 port/direct injection, DOHC, Dual VVT-i variable valve a good engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-lexus-2-4l-i-4-port-direct-injection-dohc-dual-vvt-i-variable-valve-a-good-engine/197996)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-lexus-2-4l-i-4-port-direct-injection-dohc-dual-vvt-i-variable-valve-a-good-engine/197996 "2024-11-14T15:26:41Z")
Hello guys! So I’m back in the car shopping market again but this time it’s my sister I’m helping with making the right choice on her purchase of a Lexus RX 350 Fsport handling. The SUV in question has a 2.4L I-4 port… --- ## [2024 Honda Accord Hybrid - Lost power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2024-honda-accord-hybrid-lost-power/198001)
**Author:** [@Ramsfan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ramsfan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2024-honda-accord-hybrid-lost-power/198001 "2024-11-13T14:15:10Z")
The car acted like it was out of gas. I did not have enough power to get to the shoulder of the freeway. The emergency flashers were on. The dashboard looked like a slot-machine. Then everything went dark, including the … --- ## [Veteran’s Day](https://community.cartalk.com/t/veteran-s-day/197992)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/veteran-s-day/197992 "2024-11-12T22:20:46Z")
Thanks for your service. We are better off for it. --- ## [A Few Tips to Keep Your Vehicle in Top Condition Over the Years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-few-tips-to-keep-your-vehicle-in-top-condition-over-the-years/197897)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-few-tips-to-keep-your-vehicle-in-top-condition-over-the-years/197897 "2024-11-12T21:25:27Z")
Hello guys! Above I’ve attached an article giving tips on how to properly maintain your vehicle(s) — like unique tips. Would you mind to share some of your own tip-ideas with me? Many thanks Clueless33. --- ## [Where to learn how to tune the ecu after a turbo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-to-learn-how-to-tune-the-ecu-after-a-turbo/197823)
**Author:** [@Ackeus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ackeus)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 12:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-to-learn-how-to-tune-the-ecu-after-a-turbo/197823 "2024-11-12T12:37:36Z")
im looking to installing a turbo on a non turbo car for the first time and have not done alot with the ecu, im looking to turbo a prelude 5th gen, and what more should i have in mind when messing with the ecu cause i kno… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=21) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=23)