# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=498 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 499 --- ## [How stable is all wheel drive supposed to be?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-stable-is-all-wheel-drive-supposed-to-be/23619)
**Author:** [@ivandragul](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ivandragul)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2008, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-stable-is-all-wheel-drive-supposed-to-be/23619 "2008-12-20T21:45:44Z")
Hey folks, I have a 98 subaru impreza outback sport. manual trans, 2.2l engine. It's been crazy snowy today and I noticed that I did fish tail a few times. Is my rear all wheel drive supposed to be evening that out… --- ## [Ford Windstar 2001](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-windstar-2001/23656)
**Author:** [@windstar01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/windstar01)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2008, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-windstar-2001/23656 "2008-12-20T17:49:35Z")
My 2001 Ford Windstar stall when put in reverse. I took it to the transmition shop they do not know what is causing it; any suggestion would be appreciated. Thanks --- ## [Comparing awd vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/comparing-awd-vehicles/23509)
**Author:** [@hilmak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hilmak)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2008, 2:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/comparing-awd-vehicles/23509 "2008-12-20T14:07:39Z")
Can you tell me the difference between the Subaru AWD system and the Suzuki system? --- ## [Road Tax](https://community.cartalk.com/t/road-tax/23569)
**Author:** [@Krissya0307](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Krissya0307)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2008, 8:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/road-tax/23569 "2008-12-20T08:04:10Z")
My road tax was due in March. and as of now. December, i haven't paid it. will that have any effect on my tax returns?? --- ## [Why no V4's?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-no-v4s/23556)
**Author:** [@sopwithcamel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sopwithcamel)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2008, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-no-v4s/23556 "2008-12-19T17:24:45Z")
You got your V8's. You got your V6's. I owned a car with a V4 once, but that's the only time I've ever seen one. What gives? --- ## [Moving - IL to CA: Where to buy 2nd car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-il-to-ca-where-to-buy-2nd-car/23583)
**Author:** [@dwa335xi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dwa335xi)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2008, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-il-to-ca-where-to-buy-2nd-car/23583 "2008-12-19T16:36:52Z")
Hello all, hoping some can advise us. We are moving from Chicago to California in Feb and will need to get a 2nd car. Not sure yet if we will lease new or buy used, but either way, wondering if we are better off doing … --- ## [Speed is Fun, until](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speed-is-fun-until/23579)
**Author:** [@wagonfan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wagonfan)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2008, 6:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speed-is-fun-until/23579 "2008-12-19T06:53:01Z")
Guess what Car Talkers... New NHTSA Report out, titled National Motor Vehicle Crash Causation Survey Report To Congress. Now I know this has been one of the most heated debates in the past on this forum, and many of the… --- ## [About security System on 2001 infiniti I30](https://community.cartalk.com/t/about-security-system-on-2001-infiniti-i30/23594)
**Author:** [@atoss614](https://community.cartalk.com/u/atoss614)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2008, 3:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/about-security-system-on-2001-infiniti-i30/23594 "2008-12-19T03:38:43Z")
About security System on 2001 infiniti I30 My car won't start at all but it has power. When I turn to acc the hazard lights start flashing but the car won't start. I guess it's a security system and it lock the engine.… --- ## [Car choice challenge - what car do I want?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-choice-challenge-what-car-do-i-want/23484)
**Author:** [@Danabw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danabw)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2008, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-choice-challenge-what-car-do-i-want/23484 "2008-12-19T00:48:08Z")
I'm looking for a new (to me) used car. Current car is a '95 530i (yup, I like to drive 'em until they drop). I'm quite spoiled by the refinement and ride of my 530i w/its excellent V8, but the mileage is awful, a… --- ## [Honda Wheels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-wheels/23562)
**Author:** [@cddetelich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cddetelich)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2008, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-wheels/23562 "2008-12-18T21:08:18Z")
I have a 2007 Honda Accord with 16" aluminum wheels. I have a chance to pick up a set of new snows mounted on 16" aluminum wheels from a 2004 Accord. 2004 wheels have a bolt spread of 5 X 4.5". Is bolt spread on my 2007 … --- ## [Remote starter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remote-starter/23554)
**Author:** [@trurofox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trurofox)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2008, 11:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remote-starter/23554 "2008-12-18T11:42:12Z")
My daughter wants a remote starter for Christmas. I'd like some advice on what to look for as well as some suggestions for make/models and reputable places to buy one. --- ## [Truck Tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-tires/23516)
**Author:** [@Bighouse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bighouse)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2008, 5:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-tires/23516 "2008-12-18T05:10:32Z")
Hello, I have a 2008 F-250 that came with Continental Contitrac tires on it. I recently moved to Northern Michigan and these tires are terrible. Does anyone have a suggestion for better tires for my truck? --- ## [Um...I'm new..ish](https://community.cartalk.com/t/um-im-new-ish/23511)
**Author:** [@Harvey\_Mushman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harvey_Mushman)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2008, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/um-im-new-ish/23511 "2008-12-18T00:37:04Z")
Hi folks. I've been part of inter net message boards for quite some time, but never this one, until today. Some that I am more "regular" on usually require some kind of introduction...so I just wanted to find out if … --- ## [The Vacuum Car Solution](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-vacuum-car-solution/23254)
**Author:** [@BarryNNJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BarryNNJ)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2008, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-vacuum-car-solution/23254 "2008-12-17T16:14:52Z")
There has been much discussion of pure-battery propulsion as an alternative to fossil fuel and hybrid technology. Thus far, however, everyone seems to agree that battery cars are limited by battery capacity. Just not m… --- ## [To register a car that is baught in Montreal, Canada](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-register-a-car-that-is-baught-in-montreal-canada/23518)
**Author:** [@mrdb\_hasan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrdb_hasan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2008, 1:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-register-a-car-that-is-baught-in-montreal-canada/23518 "2008-12-17T13:47:12Z")
I want to register my car that I baught in Montreal, Canada. Does anyone know what is the procedure of doing this ???? Thanks Hasan --- ## [Great Christmas car song](https://community.cartalk.com/t/great-christmas-car-song/23508)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2008, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/great-christmas-car-song/23508 "2008-12-17T02:06:36Z")
You gotta love this one. You can find it on You Tube, type "Rusty Chevrolet" in the search box. You want the version by Da Yoopers. BTW, the snow does get that deep up there, I spent a year there once. Still tryi… --- ## [Generators](https://community.cartalk.com/t/generators/23446)
**Author:** [@DODGEMAN1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DODGEMAN1)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2008, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/generators/23446 "2008-12-17T01:43:17Z")
Does anybody have experience with china made diesel generators (5-6kw) for occasional use during countryside power outtages (that sometimes last all day)? --- ## [Large or midsize SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/large-or-midsize-suv/23396)
**Author:** [@stormy320](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stormy320)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2008, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/large-or-midsize-suv/23396 "2008-12-17T01:01:14Z")
I totaled my 2001 SUV in a rollover accident. Need to purchase a new vehicle. We will put a lot of mileage on this vehicle. Due to a boat that we have, we have to be able to tow close to 7000 lbs....but this will onl… --- ## [Did you hear George Bush?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-you-hear-george-bush/23461)
**Author:** [@EllyEllis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EllyEllis)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2008, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-you-hear-george-bush/23461 "2008-12-17T00:59:21Z")
I know, this does not pertain to cars, but did anyone out there hear George Bush say that the Bible probably was not true. I heard that he did on some interview. --- ## [Best way to cool a car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-cool-a-car/22456)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2008, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-cool-a-car/22456 "2008-12-17T00:23:15Z")
What is the best way to cool a car's interior? I had friend who would not turn on the a/c in the summer until we had driven several miles. What possible reason could he have? Everyone else always put the a/c on full b… --- ## [Car Czar!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-czar/23185)
**Author:** [@kimwim](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kimwim)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2008, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-czar/23185 "2008-12-16T22:52:24Z")
How many of you heard the news yesterday about there being the creation of a "car czar" to help coordinate the bailout of the big 3? How many of you automatically went "TOM AND RAY!!!!" Hubby and I did at the same second… --- ## [Chrysler Pacifica](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-pacifica/22566)
**Author:** [@pjschlarb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pjschlarb)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2008, 7:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-pacifica/22566 "2008-12-16T07:33:38Z")
I am shopping to replace our 2001 Olds Silhouette minivan with 143,000 miles. The last kid left the house and the dog died. The Chrysler Pacifica has been recommended however I know nothing about this vehicle. Tell me… --- ## [Taking curves](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taking-curves/23044)
**Author:** [@dccammaroto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dccammaroto)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2008, 5:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taking-curves/23044 "2008-12-15T05:02:25Z")
12/6/08- TO: CAR-CARE PROFESSIONALS RE: THE FOLLOWING QUESTION ORIGINALLY SENT TO THE "CAR GUYS" ON 11/27/08. PLEASE SEND ME YOUR ANSWERS. THANKS. ORIGINAL MESSAGE: NOV. 27, 2008 \* HAPPY THANK… --- ## [Quatermile](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quatermile/23388)
**Author:** [@jsnevels](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsnevels)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2008, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quatermile/23388 "2008-12-15T00:30:15Z")
can a 2008 nissan altima 2.5s with cvt can break 15sec? --- ## [I Need Your Wagon Suggestion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-your-wagon-suggestion/23133)
**Author:** [@volkswagenguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/volkswagenguy)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2008, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-your-wagon-suggestion/23133 "2008-12-14T21:56:44Z")
Ok, So my name might be 'volkswagenguy', but I'm here to get the most unbiased feedback from a community of car enthusiasts that I can. I need a new wagon. We are a young family with two dogs, a kid on the wa… --- ## [Overdrive in icy conditions on Pontiac VIBE](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overdrive-in-icy-conditions-on-pontiac-vibe/23279)
**Author:** [@FNProf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FNProf)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2008, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overdrive-in-icy-conditions-on-pontiac-vibe/23279 "2008-12-14T18:15:36Z")
My daughter lives in VT and has a VIBE with winter tires. But in icy conditions she has had problems with not getting any traction on hills. We wondered about having the overdrive on--I read the discussion on the Matri… --- ## [New engine or new car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-engine-or-new-car/23378)
**Author:** [@saacker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/saacker)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2008, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-engine-or-new-car/23378 "2008-12-14T04:47:38Z")
Our friends just took their 3 month old Honda mini-van into their car dealership for a simple oil change. The dealership forgot to add the motor oil back after cleaning the engine and the engine froze. The dealership o… --- ## [Does weight and size trump four-wheel drive?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-weight-and-size-trump-four-wheel-drive/23334)
**Author:** [@dsmatz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dsmatz)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2008, 4:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-weight-and-size-trump-four-wheel-drive/23334 "2008-12-14T04:01:44Z")
When faced with driving in sloppy winter weather, and having a choice between a heavy, front-wheel drive car (a Buick Le Sabre, for example), and a four-wheel drive lighter smaller car (a Subaru Outback, for example), wh… --- ## [News Flash! Gm Breaks Laws of Thermodynamics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/news-flash-gm-breaks-laws-of-thermodynamics/23170)
**Author:** [@claude9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/claude9)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2008, 5:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/news-flash-gm-breaks-laws-of-thermodynamics/23170 "2008-12-13T17:17:12Z")
For every auto manufacture there exists a direct correlation between engine size and vehicle weight. A hybrid can bend these rules slightly because the electric motor is more efficient to supply power at low speeds, stop… --- ## [The Future](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-future/23312)
**Author:** [@Namber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Namber)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2008, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-future/23312 "2008-12-13T16:24:01Z")
Dear Click and Clack What happens if the Federal Government passes a law that says on Jan 1, 2012 all new federal vehicle purchases will use an electric power train, such as the Chevy Volt, and use alternate power p… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=497) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=499)