# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=35 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 36 --- ## [Do you remember the old Land Rover jeep?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-you-remember-the-old-land-rover-jeep/194512)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2024, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-you-remember-the-old-land-rover-jeep/194512 "2024-03-16T14:42:34Z")
This image was obtained on google for demonstration purposes. My Dad ( at the time ) owned a Land Rover Jeep which lacked a power steering, power windows, power brake, power clutch, and I believe the top speed for it … --- ## [Seeing instruments display (speedometer)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeing-instruments-display-speedometer/194536)
**Author:** [@Marktoday](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marktoday)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2024, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeing-instruments-display-speedometer/194536 "2024-03-15T19:11:42Z")
I’m having trouble seeing my instrument panel in the daytime, especially the speedometer with my old 72 yo eyes (just had eye exam,etc., so that’s not the reason). Looking into a way to see it better,.Saw they have winds… --- ## [Formula 1 Jack Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/formula-1-jack-guy/194510)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2024, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/formula-1-jack-guy/194510 "2024-03-15T13:22:01Z")
Formula 1 Jack Guy --- ## [Audi subscriptions, coming to the US I bet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-subscriptions-coming-to-the-us-i-bet/194527)
**Author:** [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2024, 9:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-subscriptions-coming-to-the-us-i-bet/194527 "2024-03-15T09:26:16Z")
Not here yet, but it’s coming: Audi A3 Buyers Have To Subscribe To Use Basic Car Features (jalopnik.com) For example: "If you want to access features like dual-zone climate control, adaptive cruise control, or high be… --- ## [Get out of jail free card?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-out-of-jail-free-card/194209)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2024, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-out-of-jail-free-card/194209 "2024-03-14T18:08:44Z")
A story earlier in the week in the NY Times says there are special business cards available in the New York area that in many cases allow a driver in possession of the card to avoid getting cited if stopped for a traf… --- ## [March 2024 Recalls Total 1M+ to date (3.12.24)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/march-2024-recalls-total-1m-to-date-3-12-24/194523)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2024, 10:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/march-2024-recalls-total-1m-to-date-3-12-24/194523 "2024-03-13T10:24:14Z")
In most cases these repairs are no charge to the car owner, just a minor inconvenience. Unless it is a “stop driving” recall & there’s a parts shortage. Then the owner’s continuing use of the car is in serious jeopard… --- ## [Save the Planet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/save-the-planet/194511)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2024, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/save-the-planet/194511 "2024-03-11T22:47:01Z")
--- ## [Tesla Nabs Thief](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-nabs-thief/194508)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2024, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-nabs-thief/194508 "2024-03-09T20:55:08Z")
There was a rash of air bag thefts on Hondas in three counties in Central Maryland. The thief was caught when one of his heists was videotaped by a Tesla in the parking spot next to the theft. He was hit with 25 counts o… --- ## [The 2010 Volvo V70 has been replaced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-2010-volvo-v70-has-been-replaced/194502)
**Author:** [@VOLVO-V70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VOLVO-V70)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2024, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-2010-volvo-v70-has-been-replaced/194502 "2024-03-09T19:39:04Z")
For the few who might care ( if any ). After the wife had 3 months of serious health problems entry and exit of the V70 was not easy. We now have a 2024 Subaru Outback Limited . I also wanted to have most of the late… --- ## [Cleaning threads - chasers and taps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-threads-chasers-and-taps/194499)
**Author:** [@cigroller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cigroller)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2024, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-threads-chasers-and-taps/194499 "2024-03-08T18:38:40Z")
There might be threads about this, but it isn’t easy to search for. I have no current job for which this is an issue. I just had a conversation recently with another DIY’er who is likely more experienced than I and was… --- ## [Do You Remember the TV Show Green Acres?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-you-remember-the-tv-show-green-acres/142807)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 110\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2024, 1:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-you-remember-the-tv-show-green-acres/142807 "2024-03-08T01:11:15Z")
It’s on tv here in re-runs, and I’ve been watching the first season. It’s about a big city lawyer who moves to the country to be a farmer. There’s an engine repair aspect in a recent episode. Oliver (the lawyer turned… --- ## [$700 to replace spark plug](https://community.cartalk.com/t/700-to-replace-spark-plug/194340)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 148\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 5:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/700-to-replace-spark-plug/194340 "2024-03-06T17:05:57Z")
Ok guys, hope everyone is doing well ! So, my car is nearing the 60,000k mileage mark and my upcoming scheduled maintenance is around the corner. I brought the car to Toyota as usual and was hit with a massive quote … --- ## [Dear Car Talk Column about over-inflated tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dear-car-talk-column-about-over-inflated-tires/194421)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 2:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dear-car-talk-column-about-over-inflated-tires/194421 "2024-03-06T14:09:41Z")
The car-owner question for this week’s column (2.24.24), after some routine shop work , the owner discovers all four tires have been inflated to the maximum pressure, as stated on the sidewall. The owner found the ri… --- ## [Tires that will last](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-that-will-last/190842)
**Author:** [@JunkOwner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JunkOwner)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-that-will-last/190842 "2024-03-06T02:27:25Z")
What brand and model of tire have folks found that will last? I have had trouble getting even half of the projected treadwear mileage from the last few sets I have pkurchased. I’ve been through some Falkens, a pair of … --- ## [Puzzler answer error](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzler-answer-error/194486)
**Author:** [@Purebred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Purebred)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2024, 11:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzler-answer-error/194486 "2024-03-05T11:58:59Z")
Answer to “Lover’s Lane” puzzler, new 1935 Chevy with low battery. Answer states spark plugs were on top of the engine, implying engine was a flathead. Not true, ‘35 Chevies had an OHV 6. They should have used Dodge o… --- ## [Chasing a Ferrari in a Volkswagen Golf](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chasing-a-ferrari-in-a-volkswagen-golf/194487)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2024, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chasing-a-ferrari-in-a-volkswagen-golf/194487 "2024-03-05T03:24:22Z")
An amusing image: --- ## [4 cyl turbo motors?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-cyl-turbo-motors/194308)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2024, 1:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-cyl-turbo-motors/194308 "2024-03-05T01:50:02Z")
Friend has 2020 Infiniti qx50 with the VC turbo 4cyl motor. Is getting rid of it and getting a 2024 Mercedes 350gle with the turbo 2.0 motor. Is what it is. Can’t get away from turbo stuff these days. Are the merc motors… --- ## [If you were waiting for an Apple Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-were-waiting-for-an-apple-car/194449)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2024, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-were-waiting-for-an-apple-car/194449 "2024-03-03T21:22:50Z")
… it looks like you’re out of luck: --- ## [Recent Recalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recent-recalls/194471)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2024, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recent-recalls/194471 "2024-03-03T21:13:39Z")
New recalls Toyota/Honda airbags MB transmission software MB, fuse MB, Accel pedal VW, in tank fuel pump CFMOTO motorcycles, steering Hyundai, engine valve springs BMW, brakes Ford, seat belt Honda motorcycles, fuel pu… --- ## [I’m losing interest in cars these days](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-m-losing-interest-in-cars-these-days/193887)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 136\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-m-losing-interest-in-cars-these-days/193887 "2024-03-02T16:39:21Z")
I used to love cars and trucks. Cars made in the 90s to 2015 had some amazing designs. But for the past 9 years automakers have me wondering what the heck is going on. Take for example Honda. Look at what the… --- ## [Never heard of this law before](https://community.cartalk.com/t/never-heard-of-this-law-before/194460)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/never-heard-of-this-law-before/194460 "2024-03-02T00:07:43Z")
--- ## [Intake runner actuators: Are they worth the trouble?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intake-runner-actuators-are-they-worth-the-trouble/194450)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2024, 8:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intake-runner-actuators-are-they-worth-the-trouble/194450 "2024-03-01T20:40:25Z")
I’ve noticed a lot of newer engines incorporate intake runner actuators, presumably to optimize the shape of the intake manifold for the engine operating condition. I can see how the change would help a race car win … --- ## [What if shop is unable to loosen wheel alignment bolts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-if-shop-is-unable-to-loosen-wheel-alignment-bolts/194436)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2024, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-if-shop-is-unable-to-loosen-wheel-alignment-bolts/194436 "2024-02-28T02:05:35Z")
The owner asks a shop for a wheel alignment. The shop later calls back and says they are not able to loosen the necessary bolts, rusted & stuck. What happens next? Do they inform the owner that it is not possible to … --- ## [Abandoned Bentley Gets Donated To WDET Through Car Talk Vehicle Donation!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abandoned-bentley-gets-donated-to-wdet-through-car-talk-vehicle-donation/194444)
**Author:** [@Julie-Lent-Managing-Editor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julie-Lent-Managing-Editor)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2024, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abandoned-bentley-gets-donated-to-wdet-through-car-talk-vehicle-donation/194444 "2024-02-27T22:13:11Z")
Hi all! Car Talk is happy and proud to share this story! An abandoned Bentley Continental GT Convertible with only 65K miles on it is donated to WDET through Car Talk’s Vehicle Donation Program! Our talented partners … --- ## [A 'New Yorker' cartoon for your delectation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-new-yorker-cartoon-for-your-delectation/194399)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2024, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-new-yorker-cartoon-for-your-delectation/194399 "2024-02-27T21:55:39Z")
--- ## [Ford eliminates a high-tech feature](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-eliminates-a-high-tech-feature/194364)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2024, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-eliminates-a-high-tech-feature/194364 "2024-02-26T23:38:02Z")
The self-parking feature will be eliminated as an option on upcoming Ford vehicles, for two reasons: It will save Ford a whole heap of money Very few people seem to use that feature My current car has that feature, an… --- ## [Is there any advantage with ABS to still pump the brake pedal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-any-advantage-with-abs-to-still-pump-the-brake-pedal/193966)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2024, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-any-advantage-with-abs-to-still-pump-the-brake-pedal/193966 "2024-02-26T23:33:17Z")
Owners of older (pre-ABS) cars were sometimes advised to “pump the brakes” b/c that helped avoid lock ups, making the car hard to control. And sometimes the justification was to prevent brake overheating, for example o… --- ## [Dewey Cheetham and Howe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dewey-cheetham-and-howe/194360)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2024, 1:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dewey-cheetham-and-howe/194360 "2024-02-26T01:37:26Z")
--- ## [Gauge temperature needle doesn’t settle in the middle of C and H upon warming up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gauge-temperature-needle-doesn-t-settle-in-the-middle-of-c-and-h-upon-warming-up/194418)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2024, 4:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gauge-temperature-needle-doesn-t-settle-in-the-middle-of-c-and-h-upon-warming-up/194418 "2024-02-25T04:35:15Z")
Hello everyone ! Now, I’m not sure if my mind is playing trick on me as to why I’m just now noticing this immediately after taking my car to the Lexus dealership for spark plug replacement and an oil change. In the… --- ## [The new Rolls-Royce EV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-rolls-royce-ev/194420)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2024, 8:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-rolls-royce-ev/194420 "2024-02-24T20:48:10Z")
If you want an EV, but haven’t been able to decide which one you want, here is yet another option for you. :wink: https://www.caranddriver.com/rolls-royce/spectre [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=34) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=36)