# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=220 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 221 --- ## [A sight to see, in Tennessee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-sight-to-see-in-tennessee/186280)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 11:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-sight-to-see-in-tennessee/186280 "2022-09-12T23:48:35Z")
… is the One Piece At A Time Cadillac: --- ## [Speed and gas mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speed-and-gas-mileage/184134)
**Author:** [@crusty-XII](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crusty-XII)\ **Replies:** 111\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 8:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speed-and-gas-mileage/184134 "2022-09-12T20:57:43Z")
I was doing errands with mrs crusty, and i remarked about people not slowing down on highways due to the high price of gas, and mrs crusty said that people don’t know that driving speed and mileage are related. any thoug… --- ## [How do you think this damage occurred on filter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-think-this-damage-occurred-on-filter/186244)
**Author:** [@Mgracearnold\_182222](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mgracearnold_182222)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-think-this-damage-occurred-on-filter/186244 "2022-09-12T20:54:02Z")
https://video.37483.net/timeline/QExFSzNL Engine blew! See link! Trying to understand how this damage may have occurred. Insurance says a mechanic would have done this damage, therefor they are not obligated to pay for … --- ## [99 VW GTI turns off when it's hot outside](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-vw-gti-turns-off-when-its-hot-outside/186296)
**Author:** [@Sequoia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sequoia)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-vw-gti-turns-off-when-its-hot-outside/186296 "2022-09-12T19:56:21Z")
I have a manual 99 Volkwagen GTI. It has been turning itself off (not really stalling bc it turns off as if I turned the key) when the weather is hot out - around 90 degrees or hotter. It doesn’t run rough or sputter - i… --- ## [Tips for seat rail lube?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tips-for-seat-rail-lube/186314)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tips-for-seat-rail-lube/186314 "2022-09-12T19:19:35Z")
The other thread here about seats got me thinking that my Corolla’s driver’s seat-adjustment doesn’t slide fore and aft as easily as it did when new. Sticking. Any tips on how to lube the seat rails to get them sliding… --- ## [Kia Forte 5-Door - Trouble following service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-forte-5-door-trouble-following-service/186322)
**Author:** [@irini](https://community.cartalk.com/u/irini)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-forte-5-door-trouble-following-service/186322 "2022-09-12T15:46:26Z")
I have a kia picanto automatic 2005 suddendly after a big service battery and break symbols (red) flickered on the dashboard. I replaced the alternator and after about 40 kilometers It started again , both light flickeri… --- ## [2016 Honda HR-V - Don't like the seats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-hr-v-dont-like-the-seats/186289)
**Author:** [@Suzanne14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Suzanne14)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-hr-v-dont-like-the-seats/186289 "2022-09-12T15:26:05Z")
Very uncomfortable car seats! Killing my back!! Otherwise love the car! --- ## [Wind deflectors for convertible](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wind-deflectors-for-convertible/123335)
**Author:** [@grinninglion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grinninglion)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2018, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wind-deflectors-for-convertible/123335 "2018-08-21T22:48:21Z")
Wondering if anyone has tried retrofitting a wind screen/deflector in a convertible to reduce cab turbulence and noise? I have a Mustang 1999 GT convertible, and would love to reduce the wind flow and noise in the cab w… --- ## [Should I replace the air deflector?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-the-air-deflector/64416)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2011, 4:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-the-air-deflector/64416 "2011-05-06T16:06:35Z")
The lower air deflector/radiator mount for my 2003 Olds Silhouette broke. That is, the air deflector broke off. It's a plastic part that mounts to the radiator mount; not the mount itself. I can buy it on line for abo… --- ## [Hood Deflector, Rock Deflector for Hood - 2005 Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hood-deflector-rock-deflector-for-hood-2005-camry/160047)
**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2020, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hood-deflector-rock-deflector-for-hood-2005-camry/160047 "2020-03-01T21:52:24Z")
Can anyone help point me to a hod deflector/ hood bug deflector / hood rock deflector, for a 2005 camry. I know AVS makes one for Toyota Camry: 1995-1996 1997-2001 2007-2011 2012-2014 But I guess not for a 2002-2006… --- ## [Car engine overheat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-engine-overheat/186306)
**Author:** [@grazers\_delays\_0k\_182248](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grazers_delays_0k_182248)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-engine-overheat/186306 "2022-09-12T00:15:12Z")
Hello.My car is overheating on high speeds at highways.I have changed water pump,radiator,head gasket,cap, and thermostat and the problem is still persisting.WHat could be the problem? To add that i found that the heat … --- ## [Lip on Oil Pan - Purpose?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lip-on-oil-pan-purpose/186232)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2022, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lip-on-oil-pan-purpose/186232 "2022-09-11T23:51:19Z")
I have a 2005 Camry. Both the oil pan for the engine and transmission have a lip around the perimeter of the pan. What function does this lip serve and what is its purpose? Seems like it’s only purpose is to make people’… --- ## [New Transmission Fluid Burning Almost Immediately](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-transmission-fluid-burning-almost-immediately/186307)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2022, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-transmission-fluid-burning-almost-immediately/186307 "2022-09-11T23:42:23Z")
My friends 2007 chevy uplander had very burnt/black transmission fluid and was displaying a “transmission fluid hot” message on the dashboard. We figured there was nothing to lose by changing the old fluid with maybe a 1… --- ## [3.1GM Engine goes "Chug...Chug...Chug" at idle &makes engine leap up and down a bit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-1gm-engine-goes-chug-chug-chug-at-idle-makes-engine-leap-up-and-down-a-bit/186202)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2022, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-1gm-engine-goes-chug-chug-chug-at-idle-makes-engine-leap-up-and-down-a-bit/186202 "2022-09-11T23:42:21Z")
I had described this problem in another post concerning removing the gas tank to check out the evap cannister and solenoid valves due to this chugging issue. But it really needs to be in a post directly concerned with my… --- ## [2019 Honda - Driver side wheel air drops every week but no leak found](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-driver-side-wheel-air-drops-every-week-but-no-leak-found/186310)
**Author:** [@vjak19830402\_180326](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vjak19830402_180326)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2022, 10:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-driver-side-wheel-air-drops-every-week-but-no-leak-found/186310 "2022-09-11T22:38:27Z")
My car’s driver seat tire pressure drops 5-7 PSI every week. I took it to Honda Service and they did not find any leak. They mentioned that I can bring in next week and they would have to dismount the tire and check some… --- ## [Vw golf thumped driving fast](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-golf-thumped-driving-fast/186312)
**Author:** [@gnyqyar038\_181857](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gnyqyar038_181857)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2022, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-golf-thumped-driving-fast/186312 "2022-09-11T22:26:55Z")
I drive a 2017 vw golf, apr tuned, tunes been running great. But earlier I was driving on a nice straight road and I clicked it into the paddle shifters. I speed up to 3rd gear and let it build rpms and then it thumped, … --- ## [Recalls with no fix; What Should You Do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recalls-with-no-fix-what-should-you-do/186265)
**Author:** [@Car\_Talk\_Social\_Media\_Web\_Lackey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Car_Talk_Social_Media_Web_Lackey)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2022, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recalls-with-no-fix-what-should-you-do/186265 "2022-09-11T19:22:03Z")
What say you, Car Talk Community? Recalls with no fix; What Should You Do? - Car Talk --- ## [Lexus Rx300 Spoiler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-rx300-spoiler/186303)
**Author:** [@LexRx300](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LexRx300)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-rx300-spoiler/186303 "2022-09-10T16:19:49Z")
Im thinking of purchasing some modifications for my Rx300, down the road I would like to change out the spoiler from the factory or just remove it altogether. Im having a hard time finding any spoilers online, a couple r… --- ## [What is this? And would it leak oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-and-would-it-leak-oil/186298)
**Author:** [@Hpsportsfanatic\_166976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hpsportsfanatic_166976)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2022, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-and-would-it-leak-oil/186298 "2022-09-10T01:45:40Z")
Dumb question, I know but still learning. I noticed some oil on the ground from my f150 2006 4x4 5.3L. It seemed to be leaking oil from what I have circled as red in this image. What is this? And does that make sense? … --- ## [GM will offer buyouts to Buick dealers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-will-offer-buyouts-to-buick-dealers/186196)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-will-offer-buyouts-to-buick-dealers/186196 "2022-09-09T21:29:28Z")
… who don’t want to fully commit to selling EVs by 2030. --- ## [Universal seats with Corbeau bracket mount?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/universal-seats-with-corbeau-bracket-mount/186282)
**Author:** [@Kaioutlaw1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kaioutlaw1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/universal-seats-with-corbeau-bracket-mount/186282 "2022-09-09T21:06:23Z")
Hey guys, I’m looking to put some new bucket seats in my car. I don’t want to buy super expensive seats but I still want to use corbeau brackets because of the quality and reusability. If I get some run of the mill unive… --- ## [Squeak and Shake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeak-and-shake/186216)
**Author:** [@ShortEndoftheStick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShortEndoftheStick)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 8:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeak-and-shake/186216 "2022-09-09T20:58:08Z")
2012 Toyota Corolla LE. I bought new rotors and brakes since they were not salvagable. After installation my car still made squeaking noise when I braked so I took it back to find out the manufacturer rotor they installe… --- ## [The return of DeLorean?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-return-of-delorean/186294)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 8:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-return-of-delorean/186294 "2022-09-09T20:40:45Z")
So far, just a concept model of the new DeLorean Alpha5 EV has been displayed. --- ## [Teslas in the PNW- update](https://community.cartalk.com/t/teslas-in-the-pnw-update/186248)
**Author:** [@old\_mopar\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_mopar_guy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 2:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/teslas-in-the-pnw-update/186248 "2022-09-09T14:21:00Z")
Some of you may recall that on a previous trip to visit my daughter in the suburbs of Seattle, I was somewhat surprised at the high number of Teslas I saw on the road there. I’ve just returned from another trip there, an… --- ## [GM aims to dominate the EV market](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-aims-to-dominate-the-ev-market/186290)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 1:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-aims-to-dominate-the-ev-market/186290 "2022-09-09T13:12:08Z")
When the Chevy Equinox EV arrives at dealerships in the fall of 2023, it will start at a price that’ll be $13,000 cheaper than the Ford Mustang Mach-E, $35,000 less than the Tesla Model Y, and almost $1,000 under the Hyu… --- ## [2019 Honda Ridgeline - Surges](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-ridgeline-surges/186263)
**Author:** [@cej19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cej19)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 8:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-ridgeline-surges/186263 "2022-09-09T08:08:22Z")
Truck surges under light acceleration. It is worse when econ mode is on. The tack jumps during the surging. --- ## [Honda trys to start but wont w/out starter fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-trys-to-start-but-wont-w-out-starter-fluid/186187)
**Author:** [@Boobear2296\_182172](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Boobear2296_182172)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2022, 1:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-trys-to-start-but-wont-w-out-starter-fluid/186187 "2022-09-09T01:51:02Z")
I bought a 95 honda civic manual, with a recently swapped engine (D16z6) in it. Runs great… once I get it to start. Sometimes, not always, it turns over but wont crank, once I spray starter fluid , she cranks right up. D… --- ## [August's Car Sales Report](https://community.cartalk.com/t/augusts-car-sales-report/186233)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2022, 5:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/augusts-car-sales-report/186233 "2022-09-08T17:30:18Z")
… shows Ford, Lincoln, Hyundai, and KIA to be the winners. The other marques… not so much, although it appears that GM has not yet reported their sales figures. --- ## [Lots of Gladiators](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lots-of-gladiators/186271)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2022, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lots-of-gladiators/186271 "2022-09-08T14:47:43Z")
Interestingly, in the past few months I’ve been seeing an increasing number of brand new looking Jeep Gladiators and to a lesser extent Jeep Renegades. Don’t know if it’s a fad, local or otherwise, or due to available s… --- ## [Lower Saxony begins the phase-out of diesel-powered trains](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lower-saxony-begins-the-phase-out-of-diesel-powered-trains/186276)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2022, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lower-saxony-begins-the-phase-out-of-diesel-powered-trains/186276 "2022-09-08T14:02:07Z")
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