# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=48 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 49 --- ## [Hydrogen Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hydrogen-engine/191609)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hydrogen-engine/191609 "2023-07-10T18:38:54Z")
Great concept. Lets see if it’s actually viable. Hydrogen engine --- ## [If you own a 2020 to 2023 Acura or Honda](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-a-2020-to-2023-acura-or-honda/191544)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2023, 1:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-a-2020-to-2023-acura-or-honda/191544 "2023-07-08T13:24:13Z")
… you may be getting a recall notice regarding a potentially very serious brake defect: --- ## [Two Transfer Cases?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/two-transfer-cases/191537)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2023, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/two-transfer-cases/191537 "2023-07-08T01:28:47Z")
Last night was America’s Truck Night (tv show), and one of the trucks was diy’er configured w/ TWO transfer cases! I got to thinking that maybe the first is for full-time 4WD mode on paved roads, has the front/rear diff… --- ## [Madda CX-5 road noise on coarse pavement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/madda-cx-5-road-noise-on-coarse-pavement/191476)
**Author:** [@jayukatti\_185862](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jayukatti_185862)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/madda-cx-5-road-noise-on-coarse-pavement/191476 "2023-07-07T13:32:12Z")
Hi, I have 2019 Mazda CX-5 and I love the driving experience as well as the luxurious interior. However, the vehicle has more tire/road noise on coarse pavements (here in WA state, highway pavements are mostly coarse). … --- ## [Auto Parts Store Doesn't Phone When Part Arrives](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-parts-store-doesnt-phone-when-part-arrives/191429)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2023, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-parts-store-doesnt-phone-when-part-arrives/191429 "2023-07-07T01:28:11Z")
Do you folks have this same problem? Or is it just me? The parts store doesn’t have the part at the store, say they will order it for you from their warehouse or whatever, and will phone you when it arrives. But they… --- ## [Traffic signal sensor problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/traffic-signal-sensor-problem/191248)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2023, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/traffic-signal-sensor-problem/191248 "2023-07-06T20:55:14Z")
There’s a big square – about the size of a pickup truck hood – on the pavement where you wait for the traffic light to change. Two lanes, square is in left lane, left lane is for going straight or turning left. Right l… --- ## [Here is Virginia, there are some new laws going into effect July 1st…](https://community.cartalk.com/t/here-is-virginia-there-are-some-new-laws-going-into-effect-july-1st/191304)
**Author:** [@LoudThunder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoudThunder)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2023, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/here-is-virginia-there-are-some-new-laws-going-into-effect-july-1st/191304 "2023-07-06T20:49:52Z")
Here is Virginia, there are some new laws going into effect July 1st… In the past, we only had to switch lanes when we saw law enforcement or emergency vehicles on the side of the highway, but a new law expands that rul… --- ## [Brand of Power Tool?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-of-power-tool/191513)
**Author:** [@GiraffeEarlobe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GiraffeEarlobe)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2023, 6:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-of-power-tool/191513 "2023-07-06T18:42:27Z")
Hey folks I’m new in the trade and can’t decide on which brand power tool I should go with. What brand do some of you have in your power tool arsenal? Im at a toss of between Dewalt(seems cheaper in my area “Canada”) o… --- ## [Why is insurance so hard to get?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-insurance-so-hard-to-get/185758)
**Author:** [@Haider](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Haider)\ **Replies:** 122\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2023, 6:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-insurance-so-hard-to-get/185758 "2023-07-05T06:31:48Z")
I am a 19 year old fairly new driver. I do hold an automatic license and I have the pass plus qualification. Thankfully I just about got a BMW after months of trying to get an insurance for fairly cheap (or even at all) … --- ## [2025 Toyota Hybrids with Solid State Battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2025-toyota-hybrids-with-solid-state-battery/191183)
**Author:** [@STZ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/STZ)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2023, 12:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2025-toyota-hybrids-with-solid-state-battery/191183 "2023-07-05T00:49:26Z")
Toyota announced a breakthrough in solid state battery tech that will be deployed in 2025 hybrid models. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a38711469/toyota-solid-state-batteries-2025/ --- ## [Happy 4th of July](https://community.cartalk.com/t/happy-4th-of-july/191504)
**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2023, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/happy-4th-of-july/191504 "2023-07-04T23:39:03Z")
--- ## [Airbag recall, GM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/airbag-recall-gm/191509)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2023, 7:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/airbag-recall-gm/191509 "2023-07-04T19:54:23Z")
--- ## [1 day old windshield crack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1-day-old-windshield-crack/190556)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2023, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1-day-old-windshield-crack/190556 "2023-07-04T17:18:00Z")
Kid had windshield replaced yesterday. Old crack was pass side and new crack is driver side. From edge in. Don’t think it is from chip/rock? Maybe? Is 24hr a bit soon for new crack? Yes, she did drive it. --- ## [I love Corvettes, but this is absurd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-love-corvettes-but-this-is-absurd/188410)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2023, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-love-corvettes-but-this-is-absurd/188410 "2023-07-04T00:03:44Z")
Some dealers are asking $100,000 OVER MSRP for a Z06 Vette. Because they can. I’ve never paid MSRP for any vehicle I’ve bought in the past 50 years. Another Chevrolet Dealer Exposed for Charging $90,000 Over MRSP for 20… --- ## [New Member!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-member/191196)
**Author:** [@minipopkidstv\_185681](https://community.cartalk.com/u/minipopkidstv_185681)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2023, 12:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-member/191196 "2023-07-04T00:01:09Z")
Hello Everyone! I am new on this forum. --- ## ["In the bus" vs "on the bus"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-bus-vs-on-the-bus/191444)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2023, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-bus-vs-on-the-bus/191444 "2023-07-02T15:52:47Z")
If you take a bus somewhere, do you say “I’m on the bus” or “I’m in the bus”? Which is more proper? While you drive a car, most people say they are “in the car” and not “on the car”, but when it’s a bus some say “on the… --- ## [White bikers on loud harleys now make more noise than boom boom cars that rattle car parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-bikers-on-loud-harleys-now-make-more-noise-than-boom-boom-cars-that-rattle-car-parts/191235)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2023, 12:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-bikers-on-loud-harleys-now-make-more-noise-than-boom-boom-cars-that-rattle-car-parts/191235 "2023-07-01T00:17:18Z")
So tired of people trying to impress me with noise. The biker stereos are pretty damn loud. --- ## [Average car age vs repair parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/average-car-age-vs-repair-parts/191372)
**Author:** [@Mustangman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mustangman)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2023, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/average-car-age-vs-repair-parts/191372 "2023-06-30T18:38:23Z")
Seems the average age of a car on US roads has hit 12.2 years. Impressive on the face of it. But it raises a question… How long will (or must) a car manufacturer stock repair parts? Seems the answer is… However long t… --- ## [2017 Honda Accord Sdn - Explaining mystery openings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-accord-sdn-explaining-mystery-openings/191416)
**Author:** [@fhernanda1112](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fhernanda1112)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2023, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-accord-sdn-explaining-mystery-openings/191416 "2023-06-30T03:34:53Z")
Your trunk function on your FOB is most likely being pressed while in pocket or in your hand. I noticed my trunk open sometimes and couldn’t figure out why. Realized that is was being inadvertently being pressed. --- ## [Toyota Car Dealerships in PA for buying a new Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-car-dealerships-in-pa-for-buying-a-new-car/191387)
**Author:** [@7izyvnpmzwfa\_185604](https://community.cartalk.com/u/7izyvnpmzwfa_185604)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2023, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-car-dealerships-in-pa-for-buying-a-new-car/191387 "2023-06-29T20:42:20Z")
Do you know any good Toyota Dealerships in PA? I am looking to buy a new car. If you or your relatives and family had a good experience at a particular dealership for buying a new car please let me know. --- ## [Don't make this mistake- Digital Tire Gauge Edition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-make-this-mistake-digital-tire-gauge-edition/88159)
**Author:** [@Mayday](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mayday)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2023, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-make-this-mistake-digital-tire-gauge-edition/88159 "2023-06-29T19:16:49Z")
So Saturday morning I decide to check my tires - it's getting colder, so I thought they might have lost a few pounds of pressure. Got out my relatively new digital gauge, and got a reading of 21.5 in the right front. Thi… --- ## [Car Washing Restriction in San Jose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-washing-restriction-in-san-jose/191249)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2023, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-washing-restriction-in-san-jose/191249 "2023-06-29T18:59:30Z")
We had some major storms last winter so I thought I’d be able to wash my own car using bucket of soapy water and garden hose w/shut-off attachment. But it appears I’m wrong. Here’s what the restriction seem to be: Lim… --- ## [Is toyota corporate lying to dealers about delivery dates?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-toyota-corporate-lying-to-dealers-about-delivery-dates/191384)
**Author:** [@everymanalion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/everymanalion)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2023, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-toyota-corporate-lying-to-dealers-about-delivery-dates/191384 "2023-06-29T17:54:18Z")
So i have an allocation i put a deposit on a 2023 tacoma two months ago, was supposed to be delivered 1 1/2 weeks after the deposit date. Its been two months and 6 delays, and just NOW finally got boarded on a ship from … --- ## [Compact SUV with best suspension](https://community.cartalk.com/t/compact-suv-with-best-suspension/191100)
**Author:** [@7izyvnpmzwfa\_185604](https://community.cartalk.com/u/7izyvnpmzwfa_185604)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2023, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/compact-suv-with-best-suspension/191100 "2023-06-28T22:27:14Z")
Hi, I have a 2015 corolla. Around 70K miles on the corolla LE. The roads where I live are bad and bumpy. The ride has become very un-comfortable for me and family. I am looking to buy a new car for my family which has g… --- ## [Cabin Air Filter Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cabin-air-filter-replacement/138249)
**Author:** [@GrandMarquis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GrandMarquis)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2019, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cabin-air-filter-replacement/138249 "2019-04-10T20:00:08Z")
My recently purchased 2016 Buick Verano needs the cabin air filter replaced. Aside from removing the glove box, I have to mess with the airbag! (smh) --- ## [Last puzzler answer was incomplete. What was the final solution for detecting the Soviet diesel trucks?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/last-puzzler-answer-was-incomplete-what-was-the-final-solution-for-detecting-the-soviet-diesel-trucks/190603)
**Author:** [@srmclauren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/srmclauren)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2023, 2:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/last-puzzler-answer-was-incomplete-what-was-the-final-solution-for-detecting-the-soviet-diesel-trucks/190603 "2023-06-28T02:54:48Z")
Last puzzler answer was incomplete. What was the final solution for detecting the Soviet diesel trucks??? --- ## [First public charging station?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-public-charging-station/191318)
**Author:** [@TwinTurbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TwinTurbo)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2023, 1:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-public-charging-station/191318 "2023-06-28T01:49:37Z")
Interesting bit of history I ran across recently. We were a bit looser on the safety aspects back then :grinning: - --- ## [Figured out, can delete, thanks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/figured-out-can-delete-thanks/191326)
**Author:** [@everymanalion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/everymanalion)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2023, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/figured-out-can-delete-thanks/191326 "2023-06-28T01:28:21Z")
Figured out, can delete, thanks --- ## [Subaru Crosstrek rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-crosstrek-rust/191234)
**Author:** [@lisamarierecker\_185719](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lisamarierecker_185719)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2023, 1:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-crosstrek-rust/191234 "2023-06-28T01:21:17Z")
Anyone know why I would have major rust on my exhaust system? My car is only six years old. I was shocked when I saw this. My dealer kept saying “you have some rust” every time I would take it in for an oil change. Final… --- ## [Mr Boffo takes the self-driving car the next step](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mr-boffo-takes-the-self-driving-car-the-next-step/191351)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2023, 12:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mr-boffo-takes-the-self-driving-car-the-next-step/191351 "2023-06-28T00:28:55Z")
[Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=47) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=49)