# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=422 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 423 --- ## [Vehicle Protection from Chipmunks atr](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-protection-from-chipmunks-atr/55895)
**Author:** [@dalezieger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dalezieger)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2010, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-protection-from-chipmunks-atr/55895 "2010-10-06T15:46:53Z")
We live in a rural/wooded area...How do I keep chipmunks and mice from trying to "Nest" in my Cars? --- ## [GM's Business - A Provocative Query](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gms-business-a-provocative-query/56026)
**Author:** [@James\_B\_Bleeker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James_B_Bleeker)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2010, 11:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gms-business-a-provocative-query/56026 "2010-10-06T11:30:46Z")
Here's a comment from the Huffington Post, another fine place to spend office hours and to get the juices flowing. "I hope this car \[the Cruze\] succeeds. Yes, it's a shame that only this year the great GM prom… --- ## [Coasting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coasting/55933)
**Author:** [@GoGo57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GoGo57)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 1:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coasting/55933 "2010-10-05T13:06:06Z")
In my daily commute, I come across a stretch of road about 3/4 of, to a mile in length. I usually put my standard transmission in neutral and coast. In my attempt at being frugal on gas, might I actually be doing more h… --- ## [Used Car - Down to 2, which one?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-down-to-2-which-one/55428)
**Author:** [@sleake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sleake)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2010, 6:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-down-to-2-which-one/55428 "2010-10-03T18:18:00Z")
I've been doing my research, reading, checking Consumer Reports and doing some test driving. I'm still on the fence and hoping someone can give me some personal insight. I'm looking at a 2006/2007 Lexus IS250 (or ma… --- ## [What do you think of the 2008 Chevy Aveo Hatchback?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-think-of-the-2008-chevy-aveo-hatchback/55841)
**Author:** [@leahro1980](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leahro1980)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2010, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-think-of-the-2008-chevy-aveo-hatchback/55841 "2010-10-03T16:45:35Z")
We are currently a one car family (2007 Toyota Yaris) and we are looking to add a second car. I recently test drove a 2008 Chevy Aveo hatchback and my first impression was a very good one. I am strongly considering buy… --- ## [Can a civic pull a small trailer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-civic-pull-a-small-trailer/44604)
**Author:** [@hondacivic22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hondacivic22)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2010, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-civic-pull-a-small-trailer/44604 "2010-10-03T14:32:12Z")
I have a 2002 honda civic. I completely understand that the civic is not built to pull a trailer, and that doing so would impact handling and breaking. However, it's all I've got, and I don't want to get something else… --- ## [Ford flex](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-flex/55855)
**Author:** [@olewtex](https://community.cartalk.com/u/olewtex)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2010, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-flex/55855 "2010-10-02T18:45:51Z")
i have a 2009 ford flex which i really like but when i apply the brakes it makes a rubbing or grinding noise like the pads are worn out. ford has replaced the rotors, pads and calipers to no avail. any suggestions? … --- ## [Engine air intake. Check my math, Please!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-air-intake-check-my-math-please/55718)
**Author:** [@InstantInfo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/InstantInfo)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2010, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-air-intake-check-my-math-please/55718 "2010-10-02T16:54:46Z")
How much CFM of air does my engine use? I think 2.0 liter engine, 4 cylinders means 1 liter of air per revolution. So 4000 RPM= 4000 liters/minute. Convert liters to cubic feet 4000\*0.0353= 141 CFM. This look right … --- ## [Using a hybrid vehicle to tow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/using-a-hybrid-vehicle-to-tow/55800)
**Author:** [@AnnHinkle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnnHinkle)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2010, 4:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/using-a-hybrid-vehicle-to-tow/55800 "2010-10-02T04:58:09Z")
Does anybody know of a hybrid vehicle I could use to tow and ultralight travel trailer? Gross weight around 3,700. --- ## [If you are driving in MD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-are-driving-in-md/55804)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2010, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-are-driving-in-md/55804 "2010-10-02T04:00:04Z")
Tomorrow marks the first day of the new cell phone law. It is a secondary offense to use a cell phone while driving, unless it's hands-free. Secondary offense means the police have to find another reason to stop you. --- ## [Snow tires for a RWD vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-tires-for-a-rwd-vehicle/55767)
**Author:** [@JRock94](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JRock94)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2010, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-tires-for-a-rwd-vehicle/55767 "2010-10-02T01:31:46Z")
Hi I drive a 2002 Nissan Pathfinder rear wheel drive SUV with 153,000 miles on it. I recently took it to the dealer to diagnose a problem. The car shakes when going around 70 mph and sometimes even around 40 mph, it's ve… --- ## [Mystery hit and run](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-hit-and-run/55721)
**Author:** [@sio203](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sio203)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2010, 2:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-hit-and-run/55721 "2010-10-01T14:44:03Z")
I recently had some bad luck. I parked my car on the street and when I came back after work the side was all scraped up with something white and the side mirror was hanging by the cables. My insurance company thinks I dr… --- ## [Car bicycle rack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-bicycle-rack/55755)
**Author:** [@christinec](https://community.cartalk.com/u/christinec)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2010, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-bicycle-rack/55755 "2010-10-01T01:24:13Z")
What is the best way to install a bicycle car carrier on the back of a Toyota Matrix. How high should it sit? --- ## [2007 VW Jetta Wolfsburg... or 2006 Toyota Sienna AWD?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-vw-jetta-wolfsburg-or-2006-toyota-sienna-awd/55802)
**Author:** [@flatlandhiker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/flatlandhiker)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2010, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-vw-jetta-wolfsburg-or-2006-toyota-sienna-awd/55802 "2010-10-01T01:16:20Z")
This may seem to be a very random question, but it's a very real choice for me. I'm graduating from college in the spring, and have been driving a very enjoyable 2007 VW Jetta Wolfsburg. My mom is ready to move beyond … --- ## [MPG: Automatic vs. Manual Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mpg-automatic-vs-manual-transmission/55726)
**Author:** [@glider4035](https://community.cartalk.com/u/glider4035)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2010, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mpg-automatic-vs-manual-transmission/55726 "2010-09-30T23:54:09Z")
I have purchased my last several cars with manual transmission. The reasons were twofold: 1. It got better gas mileage than its automatic equivalent. 2. Most kids who steal cars have no idea how to drive one. Lately reas… --- ## [Should I get a Ford Escape or a Subaru Forester?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-get-a-ford-escape-or-a-subaru-forester/33810)
**Author:** [@gadzooks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gadzooks)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2010, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-get-a-ford-escape-or-a-subaru-forester/33810 "2010-09-30T03:23:32Z")
Gotta get a car this month and need advice. Last car was a 1996 Subaru Impreza wagon (the little hatchback). Loved it. Now I need a family car--a grocery-getter, as it were. Test drove Ford Escape and Subaru Forest… --- ## [Taking bets on a mileage question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taking-bets-on-a-mileage-question/55672)
**Author:** [@StrongDreamsWaitHere](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StrongDreamsWaitHere)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2010, 2:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taking-bets-on-a-mileage-question/55672 "2010-09-29T02:08:56Z")
The drive: From Rochester NY to Albany NY along the NYS Thruway. The Rochester airport is at an altitude of 559 ft MSL, the Albany airport 285. Prevailing winds are out of the west. The car: 2010 Ford Fusion V6 AW… --- ## [Good vehicle for camping?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-vehicle-for-camping/55618)
**Author:** [@Gort51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gort51)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2010, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-vehicle-for-camping/55618 "2010-09-28T20:25:43Z")
I am interested in purchasing a third vehicle for our family. We have two boy scouts and a tiger cub. I am starting camp a good bit with them. I want to get something that does not mind back roads and can carry dirty … --- ## [Gauges dont work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gauges-dont-work/55628)
**Author:** [@hd05hog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hd05hog)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2010, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gauges-dont-work/55628 "2010-09-28T20:13:26Z")
all of my gauges just stopped working and warning lights are on what may have caused this? --- ## [2005 Pontiac Sunfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pontiac-sunfire/55650)
**Author:** [@carseeker07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carseeker07)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2010, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pontiac-sunfire/55650 "2010-09-27T17:45:34Z")
Hello. I am seriously considering buying a used Sunfire (manual trans). It was owned by a retired man, has only 64k miles and it seems to be in excellent condition. The dealer will not go below 6,200 on the price. I have… --- ## [In my neighborhood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-my-neighborhood/55436)
**Author:** [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2010, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-my-neighborhood/55436 "2010-09-27T04:09:11Z")
From the neighborhood listserv: Adolescent males have been hopping up on the cars, and running from one car to another, denting in hoods and roofs. It is too bad these youth can?t stick with throwing eggs, as that … --- ## [Gasoline Odor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-odor/55586)
**Author:** [@rhyams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rhyams)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2010, 4:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-odor/55586 "2010-09-27T04:04:26Z")
Someone possibly me, accidentally spilled about two gallons of gasoline in the trunk of my car. Any suggestions as to how to remove the odor? I've tried fabric freshener and cat litter. I've also left my trunk open fo… --- ## [04 trailblazer value?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-trailblazer-value/55572)
**Author:** [@cn\_minn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cn_minn)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2010, 3:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-trailblazer-value/55572 "2010-09-26T15:12:00Z")
Considering purchasing an O4 TB,Ext LS with 114k, I6 engine. It needs new tires, battery and 100k maintenance. No service records, Vin check reveals it was mainly a fleet/rental unit. It was sold at auction after ha… --- ## [Edmunds Vs. Kelly Blue Book](https://community.cartalk.com/t/edmunds-vs-kelly-blue-book/55481)
**Author:** [@thejonathan22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thejonathan22)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2010, 12:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/edmunds-vs-kelly-blue-book/55481 "2010-09-26T12:43:19Z")
I'm looking at 1995 Toyota Celica Convertible GT, with 134k miles, that a private party is asking $3800. The KBB says the price is 3,750, while Edmunds TMV gives me a much lower price of 2,200. Is TMV way to low, or sho… --- ## [It's Smart Not Having A Back Seat ! Huh?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/its-smart-not-having-a-back-seat-huh/55322)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2010, 1:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/its-smart-not-having-a-back-seat-huh/55322 "2010-09-26T01:10:22Z")
http://www...lly-Smart- Where do you put golf clubs ? --- ## [Old vs. New](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-vs-new/55380)
**Author:** [@Patriot1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Patriot1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2010, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-vs-new/55380 "2010-09-25T19:45:51Z")
We are looking at some new and used cars for our 22 yr. old daughter. She is currently in Afghanistan and wants us to buy her a car (with her own money). I just drove a 2005 Volvo S40 T5 AWD (84,061) miles, 2005 SAAB 9-… --- ## [Hot Hood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-hood/55506)
**Author:** [@artemis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/artemis)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2010, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-hood/55506 "2010-09-25T16:39:13Z")
I just moved from Manhattan to Maryland for work and I need a reliable car. I found a 2005 Corolla CE with 97,600 miles that I am thinking about buying. When I went to pop the hood, I noticed that it was pretty hot. I ch… --- ## [Which car would be a better street race car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-would-be-a-better-street-race-car/55305)
**Author:** [@Speed\_Fly25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Speed_Fly25)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2010, 1:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-would-be-a-better-street-race-car/55305 "2010-09-25T01:42:36Z")
Hey, im turning 18 in about 8 months, and I realize its time to get lookin for a car seriously. I have a celica right now, but I love racing on the streets, and I need something faster and quicker. I'm highly considering… --- ## [Miles on a grand cherokee V8 and still run good](https://community.cartalk.com/t/miles-on-a-grand-cherokee-v8-and-still-run-good/55491)
**Author:** [@Piky50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Piky50)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2010, 12:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/miles-on-a-grand-cherokee-v8-and-still-run-good/55491 "2010-09-25T00:28:57Z")
How many miles a Grand cherokee V8 can take and still run good? I need to know, please. thanks you --- ## [Would you buy a Tata Nano?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-you-buy-a-tata-nano/55544)
**Author:** [@houstonrice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/houstonrice)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2010, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-you-buy-a-tata-nano/55544 "2010-09-24T23:13:48Z")
Considering that the Nano Europa shall be soon sold in Europe for close to 6000$, and it shall meet all the specifications for being sold in America as well, would you buy it? http://en....ano#Europa [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=421) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=423)