# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=406 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 407 --- ## [Aftermarket Car Air Filters without Ozone](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-car-air-filters-without-ozone/61801)
**Author:** [@Gnslngr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gnslngr)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2011, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-car-air-filters-without-ozone/61801 "2011-02-25T04:14:47Z")
I live in California and spend a good amount of time on the interstate and looking for a filter based system that plugs into the power plug that does not emit Ozone. --- ## [Car Age Versus Mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-age-versus-mileage/61775)
**Author:** [@ValAuNaturale](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ValAuNaturale)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2011, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-age-versus-mileage/61775 "2011-02-24T21:41:40Z")
I am car shopping and was wondering whether it's better to buy a newer vehicle with higher mileage or an older vehicle with lower mileage. For example, would a 2006 Dodge Caravan with 113,000 miles be better than a 2003… --- ## [Parked Car (Wrong Side of Road) Hit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parked-car-wrong-side-of-road-hit/61797)
**Author:** [@Andrew1983](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrew1983)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2011, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parked-car-wrong-side-of-road-hit/61797 "2011-02-24T21:30:05Z")
My car was parked outside my house in New York State on the wrong side of the road and my neighbor hit it coming down the street. Am I likely to bear any of the blame, logic notwithstanding? Thanks! --- ## [Winter Gas Mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-gas-mileage/61806)
**Author:** [@sutpin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sutpin)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2011, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-gas-mileage/61806 "2011-02-24T19:56:11Z")
A friend has a 2010 Toyota Prius and says MPG is 2-4 MPG less in winter than summer temperatures. My theory is, gasoline expands in warmer weather thereby increasing MPG. Additionally warmer weather maintains tire PSI wh… --- ## [Four wheel drive question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/four-wheel-drive-question/61659)
**Author:** [@Here\_at\_home](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Here_at_home)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2011, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/four-wheel-drive-question/61659 "2011-02-24T16:21:34Z")
I have a 2003 four wheel drive Kia Sorento. When not in four wheel drive it is rear wheel drive. On two occasions while driving on snow packed roads, I have had the rear loose traction and spin out luckily going into a s… --- ## [Automotive technical schools](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automotive-technical-schools/61669)
**Author:** [@betsy\_kevin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/betsy_kevin)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2011, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automotive-technical-schools/61669 "2011-02-24T13:32:28Z")
Hiya, I'm a 55 year old male looking to make a career change and become an auto mechanic. There are schools in the NY area like Lincoln Tech that charge $30,000 a year tuition that seems very high. On the other hand Bron… --- ## [Top speed of 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/top-speed-of-2009-toyota-camry-hybrid/61404)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 94\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2011, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/top-speed-of-2009-toyota-camry-hybrid/61404 "2011-02-24T04:00:13Z")
Hospital requested emergent transport of blood platelets for a patient bleeding out in surgery. Fastest 2008 Expedition attained was 103 mph. Hospital called back for ETA. Would Camry Hybrid have been faster … --- ## [Subaru Outback Vs. Kia Sorrento](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-vs-kia-sorrento/61785)
**Author:** [@treefallingquietly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/treefallingquietly)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2011, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-vs-kia-sorrento/61785 "2011-02-24T01:00:31Z")
There are advantages to both. But I am trying to decide between the 2010 Outback with about 10k miles to a 2011 Sorrento EX --- ## [Subaru Outback or Acura TSX Wagon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-or-acura-tsx-wagon/61525)
**Author:** [@akpruem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/akpruem)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2011, 1:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-or-acura-tsx-wagon/61525 "2011-02-23T13:45:51Z")
We've outgrown our 2002 Civic and waited for the TSX wagon to finally arrive. But after the recent snow storms in the Midwest, I'm reconsidering AWD and the Outback. The pro/cons for each seem to cancel each other out. … --- ## [Semi attempts U-turn on main downtown Denver arterial](https://community.cartalk.com/t/semi-attempts-u-turn-on-main-downtown-denver-arterial/61739)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2011, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/semi-attempts-u-turn-on-main-downtown-denver-arterial/61739 "2011-02-23T03:05:50Z")
http://nei...1#p1841401 Downtown traffic was blocked at Colfax Avenue and Bannock Street for about an hour this morning after a semi-truck became stuck, blocking lanes in both directions. Around 7 a.m. the semi… --- ## [Green driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/green-driving/61434)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 89\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2011, 1:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/green-driving/61434 "2011-02-23T01:21:49Z")
When making a left turn from a two-lane road, if no oncoming traffic, I'll cross the double yellow line into the opposing lane andecelerate and turn left from there. This allows traffic behind me to continue without… --- ## [Toyota Cruise Control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-cruise-control/61731)
**Author:** [@macavityabc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/macavityabc)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2011, 11:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-cruise-control/61731 "2011-02-22T23:02:17Z")
So I went to buy a new Toyota Avalon Limited. I own two Avalons. The salesman didn't have to sell me. I had my checkbook ready. But when he was going over the options with me, I discovered that the new Avalons don't … --- ## [Hybrid battery concern](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-battery-concern/61603)
**Author:** [@dennio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dennio)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2011, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-battery-concern/61603 "2011-02-22T21:41:49Z")
I have a 2001 Honda insight that I bought new. My problem is not that it has been any trouble or that it has any trouble. My concern is my friends. I have been looking to replace this car as it is nearly ten years ol… --- ## [Should I ship, or sell here and buy there?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-ship-or-sell-here-and-buy-there/61671)
**Author:** [@hoppinglobster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hoppinglobster)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2011, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-ship-or-sell-here-and-buy-there/61671 "2011-02-22T21:15:03Z")
I am moving to AZ from SC and I need some advice. I have a 2002 Honda Civic LX with 102,400 miles on it -- Paid off. I'm trying to decide whether to ship my car, or just sell it and buy another car in AZ. It w… --- ## [Chinese Auto Show](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chinese-auto-show/61657)
**Author:** [@ATLOffroad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ATLOffroad)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2011, 9:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chinese-auto-show/61657 "2011-02-22T09:24:56Z")
I have moved to Vietnam for a new job and thought it would be fun to check out the Beijing Auto show since I'm in the neighborhood. Unfortunately, after hours of looking on the internet I cannot find a 2011 schedule for… --- ## [Premium vs. regular gas mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/premium-vs-regular-gas-mileage/61596)
**Author:** [@motohd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/motohd)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2011, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/premium-vs-regular-gas-mileage/61596 "2011-02-22T01:47:42Z")
Will using regular gasoline in a 2006 Mini Cooper non-S hurt the engine? --- ## [Broken car value question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-car-value-question/61708)
**Author:** [@ccranston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ccranston)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2011, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-car-value-question/61708 "2011-02-22T00:23:51Z")
My daughter has a 2002 Ford Taurus with a non-functioning transmission. She's getting her loan paid down and we need to find out what if any value is in her car. Any suggestions on how we might find out? --- ## [H.I.D. conversion kits](https://community.cartalk.com/t/h-i-d-conversion-kits/61501)
**Author:** [@curtman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/curtman)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2011, 2:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/h-i-d-conversion-kits/61501 "2011-02-21T02:18:33Z")
I have a 1996 Toyota Camry and a 1998 Subaru Outback, both with dim headlights. I am wondering how well the H.I.D. conversion kits work and is this a good option to brighten them up? I have seen them on-line for $50-150. … --- ## [Dealership responsibility?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-responsibility/61600)
**Author:** [@gime72](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gime72)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2011, 1:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-responsibility/61600 "2011-02-21T01:40:19Z")
Here is a review that my mom gave our local dealer. In your opinion, should the dealer have done more? Thoughts, opinions? We bought a Volvo V70 Wagon from Manheim Imports a few years ago. We could not have been … --- ## [What to buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-buy/61618)
**Author:** [@bc0klyn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bc0klyn)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2011, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-buy/61618 "2011-02-21T01:15:53Z")
We need to get a new car (due to accident) for my 23 year old son. Need most reliable, cheaper to repair etc. He does not have expendable income. Looking at 2004 Toyota Tacoma with 148,000 vs 1999 Ford Ranger with 98,0… --- ## [Old cars and higher speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-cars-and-higher-speeds/61479)
**Author:** [@wxf048](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wxf048)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2011, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-cars-and-higher-speeds/61479 "2011-02-20T16:55:40Z")
I have a 1999 Cavalier approaching 250,000 miles. Out of concern for my old car, and to save fuel, I limit my top speed below the maximum legal limits. On shorter trips, I don't go over 60, since there isn't much time … --- ## [Welding question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/welding-question/61597)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2011, 10:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/welding-question/61597 "2011-02-20T10:51:28Z")
Here's my (non-automotive) situation: I need to wire-feed weld two door hinges onto a 2' strip of metal cut from a bed frame. So essentially weld one 1/8" thick piece of metal atop another. When I did my test run, t… --- ## [Used car for a college student](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-for-a-college-student/61558)
**Author:** [@knpmom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knpmom)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2011, 5:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-for-a-college-student/61558 "2011-02-20T05:08:35Z")
We need to buy a car for our 19 yr old daughter. She will be a junior in college in Rochester NY so we want something safe, reliable and good in terrible weather. We can only spend up to $6000.00 Any suggestions? Tha… --- ## [Crazy Vanity License Plate Sayings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crazy-vanity-license-plate-sayings/61580)
**Author:** [@MC001](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MC001)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2011, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crazy-vanity-license-plate-sayings/61580 "2011-02-19T22:42:26Z")
Can you guess what this vanity license plate is trying to say? IRIGHTI When you figure it out the answer will hit you just above the nose. Good Luck! see more at www.customlicenseplates.com --- ## [Ski racks and carriers a status symbol?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ski-racks-and-carriers-a-status-symbol/61575)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2011, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ski-racks-and-carriers-a-status-symbol/61575 "2011-02-19T20:55:52Z")
On a STAT (non emergency) bloodelivery to a mountain hospital, there were many vehicles with skis in ski racks and roof-mounted enclosed carriers. Buthe car and SUV interiors were EMPTY! They would rather creat… --- ## [Hybrid vs. Regular engine Toyota](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-vs-regular-engine-toyota/61535)
**Author:** [@powerharp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/powerharp)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2011, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-vs-regular-engine-toyota/61535 "2011-02-19T16:01:04Z")
I have a 1999 Camry with 198,000 miles. I commute 72 miles one-way. I'm thinking about getting a Toyota hybrid. I love my Camry and would prefer another one. Is it the trade off on economy better for a hybrid or another … --- ## [Rock under a tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rock-under-a-tire/61473)
**Author:** [@abxxx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abxxx)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2011, 1:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rock-under-a-tire/61473 "2011-02-19T13:17:22Z")
If I inadvertently park my car on a rock so that the rock is underneath one tire, will I do any damage to the tire? Will the rock cut through or make a dent in the tire? Thank you. abxxx --- ## [Stiffer Lowering Springs: Am I a good candidate?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stiffer-lowering-springs-am-i-a-good-candidate/61447)
**Author:** [@mareakin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mareakin)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2011, 8:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stiffer-lowering-springs-am-i-a-good-candidate/61447 "2011-02-19T08:55:00Z")
Car is a 2007 Toyota Corolla CE. It has a ground clearance of 5.7 inches. I am thinking about using a set of either 1.) H&R Sport Springs (lowers car by 1.25 inches) or, a set of 2.) Eibach Pro-Kit SPrings (lowers car by… --- ## [Flagged Again?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flagged-again/61185)
**Author:** [@cigroller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cigroller)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2011, 5:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flagged-again/61185 "2011-02-19T05:38:54Z")
Yesterday a thread appeared for a while having to do with whether Toyota is owed an apology from the US government or not. It mysteriously disappeared. Last night I opened a thread in General Discussion about f… --- ## [The Dreaded Moderation Queue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-dreaded-moderation-queue/61520)
**Author:** [@PoodleShooter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PoodleShooter)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2011, 5:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-dreaded-moderation-queue/61520 "2011-02-19T05:05:28Z")
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