# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=58 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 59 --- ## [Battery drain Hazard lights?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain-hazard-lights/189056)
**Author:** [@wavyonwheels](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wavyonwheels)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2023, 4:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain-hazard-lights/189056 "2023-02-10T16:03:32Z")
I was about to head to an appointment but my door opener did not yield even a click. Yup no juice I tried my jump box but that did not have enough juice to start it. I was wondering if my solar charging device had gone a… --- ## [Yet another new EV company](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yet-another-new-ev-company/188997)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2023, 8:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yet-another-new-ev-company/188997 "2023-02-10T08:13:27Z")
… will be delivering their vehicles w/in a couple of months, now that they have secured additional financing. --- ## [2018 Rio or 2013 civic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-rio-or-2013-civic/189035)
**Author:** [@Lionelofantwerp\_184057](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lionelofantwerp_184057)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-rio-or-2013-civic/189035 "2023-02-09T21:49:49Z")
Need something cheap and reliable that gets good gas mileage. Found a 2018 Kia Rio with 20k miles on it so it has some warranty left. It has a 1.6 L DGI with a six speed manual transmission also found a Honda Civic LX … --- ## [Why are Tesla wheels so big? A thought](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-tesla-wheels-so-big-a-thought/189018)
**Author:** [@Queue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Queue)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 5:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-tesla-wheels-so-big-a-thought/189018 "2023-02-09T17:11:20Z")
I think looks have to do with it too but the primary reason might be: suspension considerations. My reasoning is this: the larger wheels are able to “overcome” obstacles in the road (such as broken pavement, potholes, a… --- ## [Most fun Manual, turbo 4x4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/most-fun-manual-turbo-4x4/188967)
**Author:** [@chiffon.reciter0l\_184010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chiffon.reciter0l_184010)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2023, 5:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/most-fun-manual-turbo-4x4/188967 "2023-02-09T17:05:48Z")
I live in the mountains so turbo is useful. It snows a lot 4x4 and I like manuals. What is the most fun manual, turbo 4x4 in your opinion and why? Thanks. --- ## [Car-related crossword clue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-related-crossword-clue/188480)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2023, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-related-crossword-clue/188480 "2023-02-08T22:35:58Z")
Ran into this clue the other day: Clue: Civic organization? Turned out the answer was “Honda” … lol --- ## [Mercedes-Benz is one step closer to entirely exiting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-benz-is-one-step-closer-to-entirely-exiting/189019)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2023, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-benz-is-one-step-closer-to-entirely-exiting/189019 "2023-02-08T00:30:59Z")
… from Putin-land: --- ## [Our 2016 RX350 (359K miles) heard we plan to sell it. Nowon't let driver out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/our-2016-rx350-359k-miles-heard-we-plan-to-sell-it-nowont-let-driver-out/188971)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2023, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/our-2016-rx350-359k-miles-heard-we-plan-to-sell-it-nowont-let-driver-out/188971 "2023-02-07T18:37:28Z")
Must roll window down to open from outside door handle. (Expecthat window to stopening.) Suggestions? Thank you. --- ## [Honda/Acura issues a "Do Not Drive" advisory for several older models](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-acura-issues-a-do-not-drive-advisory-for-several-older-models/189009)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2023, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-acura-issues-a-do-not-drive-advisory-for-several-older-models/189009 "2023-02-07T18:15:22Z")
… as a result of the Takata airbag problem: --- ## [What part is this? 2001 subaru outback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-part-is-this-2001-subaru-outback/188983)
**Author:** [@winnie12417\_183957](https://community.cartalk.com/u/winnie12417_183957)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-part-is-this-2001-subaru-outback/188983 "2023-02-06T22:47:18Z")
--- ## [State Farm is refusing to write new policies for Hyundai & Kia owners](https://community.cartalk.com/t/state-farm-is-refusing-to-write-new-policies-for-hyundai-kia-owners/188979)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/state-farm-is-refusing-to-write-new-policies-for-hyundai-kia-owners/188979 "2023-02-06T15:26:31Z")
… in Louisiana, and–possibly–also in Georgia, Oregon, Washington, and Pennsylvania. --- ## [Yes, warming up your cold car can causengine damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yes-warming-up-your-cold-car-can-causengine-damage/188095)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 104\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 5:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yes-warming-up-your-cold-car-can-causengine-damage/188095 "2023-02-06T05:50:12Z")
In the garage we keep themergencyehicle hood covered with a sheet draped down over the front and electric skillet turned on to warm thentirengine compartment. --- ## [10 most dangerous vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/10-most-dangerous-vehicles/188844)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/10-most-dangerous-vehicles/188844 "2023-02-06T02:09:53Z")
\#1. Ford F-Series (F-150, F-250, F-350) Total Fatal Crashes (2014-2018): 10,845 #2. Chevrolet Silverado Total Fatal Crashes (2014-2018): 7,718 #3. Honda Accord – Total Fatal Crashes (2014-2018): 5,079 #4. Toyota Cam… --- ## [Something along the lines when Tom and Ray said to put a black tape over the light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-along-the-lines-when-tom-and-ray-said-to-put-a-black-tape-over-the-light/188943)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2023, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-along-the-lines-when-tom-and-ray-said-to-put-a-black-tape-over-the-light/188943 "2023-02-05T14:56:35Z")
--- ## [Waiting in line for a chance to buy a new E-Ray Corvette](https://community.cartalk.com/t/waiting-in-line-for-a-chance-to-buy-a-new-e-ray-corvette/188890)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2023, 2:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/waiting-in-line-for-a-chance-to-buy-a-new-e-ray-corvette/188890 "2023-02-05T02:23:19Z")
On Local news last night here in NH they were showing the people waiting line to put their name on a list to buy a new E-Ray corvette. MacMulkin Chevrolet in Nashua NH became the #1 Corvette dealer in the world last year… --- ## [Ford returns to Formula 1](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-returns-to-formula-1/188965)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-returns-to-formula-1/188965 "2023-02-04T20:25:22Z")
Ford announced that they are returning to F1 racing with Red Bull and Scuderia AlphaTauri in 2026. Ford will supply the engine. Ford last raced in F1 when they owned Jaguar in to 2000s with the Red Bull team. --- ## [2.2.23 Car Talk Column: Car off-road during Covid, owner's motivation?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-2-23-car-talk-column-car-off-road-during-covid-owners-motivation/188931)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 12:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-2-23-car-talk-column-car-off-road-during-covid-owners-motivation/188931 "2023-02-04T12:12:05Z")
Interesting column this week. Reader says their car has been in a field sitting unused during Covid, and now wants to return it to the road. Wondering if the Car Talk staff know the reader’s motivation for taking the c… --- ## [Ban 6000k headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ban-6000k-headlights/188927)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 3:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ban-6000k-headlights/188927 "2023-02-04T03:09:29Z")
LEDs are becoming popular for headlights these days. The rules and regulations controlling these are not adequate for the new technology so manufacturers are taking advantage and producing headlights that are fundamenta… --- ## [GM makes a huge investment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-makes-a-huge-investment/188895)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-makes-a-huge-investment/188895 "2023-02-03T22:09:22Z")
… in an American lithium mining company: --- ## [A new Porsche Panamera for $18,300?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-new-porsche-panamera-for-18-300/188936)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-new-porsche-panamera-for-18-300/188936 "2023-02-03T13:41:37Z")
Was this an honest mistake by the dealer, or an attempt to attract attention and gin-up foot traffic to the dealership? :thinking: --- ## [Honda civic hybrid 2003 IMA battery dead](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-hybrid-2003-ima-battery-dead/188923)
**Author:** [@hondacivicuser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hondacivicuser)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-hybrid-2003-ima-battery-dead/188923 "2023-02-03T12:53:54Z")
I have a honda civic hybrid which ran upto 187000 miles and i brought this car for 2400 and as it is, i had my IMA battery dead I guess coz the IMA light on speedometer always turn on and suddenly one day EPS also poppe… --- ## [Gasoline mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-mileage/188567)
**Author:** [@Triedaq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Triedaq)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 5:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-mileage/188567 "2023-02-03T05:00:23Z")
We were on a road trip with interstate driving. I pulled into a Shell station and there was a note on the pump that the only fuel available was the premium 93 octane. I pumped in 10 gallons.of the 93 octane. Our gasol… --- ## [Will San Francisco allow self driving car usage to expand?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-san-francisco-allow-self-driving-car-usage-to-expand/188902)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 1:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-san-francisco-allow-self-driving-car-usage-to-expand/188902 "2023-02-03T01:42:30Z")
Radio reports here this morning say there’s a dispute between San Francisco city officials and the self-driving car companies. SF city says they fail too often and clog intersections. Car companies apparently respond… --- ## [Nissan and Renault re-do their marriage vows](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-and-renault-re-do-their-marriage-vows/188851)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 1:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-and-renault-re-do-their-marriage-vows/188851 "2023-02-03T01:11:18Z")
--- ## [Acquaintance wants new 2023 RX350. Dealer financing or he pays cash?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acquaintance-wants-new-2023-rx350-dealer-financing-or-he-pays-cash/188856)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2023, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acquaintance-wants-new-2023-rx350-dealer-financing-or-he-pays-cash/188856 "2023-02-02T21:42:54Z")
Is it best to get dealer financing so the dealer is more willing to negotiate price? Then pay off the loan immediately? Thank you. --- ## [Tesla looks at Mexico](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-looks-at-mexico/188894)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2023, 3:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-looks-at-mexico/188894 "2023-02-02T15:22:03Z")
… as their next site for an assembly plant: --- ## [Tesla gets a subpoena](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-gets-a-subpoena/188869)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2023, 2:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-gets-a-subpoena/188869 "2023-02-01T02:01:36Z")
… related to its “full self-driving” :smirk: technology: --- ## [What do you do when the Key Fob Battery is Dead?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-do-when-the-key-fob-battery-is-dead/188248)
**Author:** [@LoudThunder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoudThunder)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2023, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-do-when-the-key-fob-battery-is-dead/188248 "2023-01-31T22:34:25Z")
Now is a good time to change the battery in your car’s Key Fob… I’ve read so many postings about how to Unlock a car door and even Start the car when the battery in your Car’s Key Fob is dead… And I have never see it a… --- ## [Couple stranded by flight cancellation buys $500 Subaru to travel 1.6k miles home](https://community.cartalk.com/t/couple-stranded-by-flight-cancellation-buys-500-subaru-to-travel-1-6k-miles-home/188823)
**Author:** [@xuandy129\_181104](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xuandy129_181104)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2023, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/couple-stranded-by-flight-cancellation-buys-500-subaru-to-travel-1-6k-miles-home/188823 "2023-01-31T15:16:54Z")
Interesting and funny story! They also resold the car for more than they bought it for and gave some money back to the original seller, and Southwest Airlines refunded them for the purchase of the car. --- ## [Ford follows Tesla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-follows-tesla/188868)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2023, 2:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-follows-tesla/188868 "2023-01-31T14:00:44Z")
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