# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=232 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 233 --- ## ['How a New Jersey city has achieved 0 traffic deaths in 4 years'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-a-new-jersey-city-has-achieved-0-traffic-deaths-in-4-years/185584)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-a-new-jersey-city-has-achieved-0-traffic-deaths-in-4-years/185584 "2022-08-01T23:07:59Z")
How a New Jersey city has achieved 0 traffic deaths in 4 years : NPR from this evening’s All things considered --- ## [Twin turbo-ing my mustang?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/twin-turbo-ing-my-mustang/185440)
**Author:** [@santos.orenga\_180962](https://community.cartalk.com/u/santos.orenga_180962)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 1:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/twin-turbo-ing-my-mustang/185440 "2022-08-01T13:36:28Z")
Hey so i own a 2006 ford mustang, as most people, I like the idea of more performance, and my friend and I like to work on our cars, we most definitely aren’t prodigies but we like to dabble and learn. Basically he was t… --- ## [The 1,300HP Mercury Comet brake failure 20 MPH no seat belt crash VIDEO](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-1-300hp-mercury-comet-brake-failure-20-mph-no-seat-belt-crash-video/185296)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 4:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-1-300hp-mercury-comet-brake-failure-20-mph-no-seat-belt-crash-video/185296 "2022-08-01T16:11:05Z")
In case you haven’t seen this trending video, here it is: A lot of people who I think are selfish are saying very negative things about this. It’s only beacuse the at fault people decided to publish their m… --- ## [Mysterious Crackling Noise When Going Over 70?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-crackling-noise-when-going-over-70/185563)
**Author:** [@n\_gordon1\_181769](https://community.cartalk.com/u/n_gordon1_181769)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 2:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-crackling-noise-when-going-over-70/185563 "2022-08-01T14:37:06Z")
Hi! Have a 2022 Kia Seltos with less than 10,000 miles on it. Recently it started making this very strange crackling noise by (what it sounds like) the front left wheel. It only makes this noise when I reach speeds of 7… --- ## [Is Driver Lacking Common Sense?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-driver-lacking-common-sense/185489)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 1:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-driver-lacking-common-sense/185489 "2022-08-01T13:20:15Z")
Witnessed recently, driver wants to parallel park, long strip of 20 empty spaces, but driver passes by the empty spots, and parks after the first occupied space, nosing in between the first two parked cars, rear end st… --- ## [New brake pads squeaking while vehicle rolls at slow speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-brake-pads-squeaking-while-vehicle-rolls-at-slow-speeds/185526)
**Author:** [@brdillon0123\_181740](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brdillon0123_181740)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 12:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-brake-pads-squeaking-while-vehicle-rolls-at-slow-speeds/185526 "2022-08-01T12:03:03Z")
My first brake job yesterday went great. I just replaced my front pads and noticed a world of difference, so that’s good news! My issue comes from when I start the car rolling, there is a grinding sound / metal squeaking… --- ## [How does this happen?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-this-happen/185559)
**Author:** [@asemaster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asemaster)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-this-happen/185559 "2022-08-01T03:48:52Z")
Driver killed after debris flies through windshield on I-840 (wkrn.com) This is certainly a tragedy, and not something to discuss light-heartedly. But for the life of me I can’t understand how a transmission can “fall o… --- ## [Turn signal switch question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-switch-question/185539)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 3:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-switch-question/185539 "2022-08-01T03:38:23Z")
When I use my left hand blinker, it “ticks” faster than the right side. All the blinker bulbs are working. All the functions on the turn switch work such as head lights and emergency flasher. Does the turn signal swit… --- ## [Tire Blowout](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-blowout/185475)
**Author:** [@Lindseywelton30\_147397](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lindseywelton30_147397)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 3:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-blowout/185475 "2022-08-01T03:07:21Z")
While we were driving home from vacation, on I-95 just south of DC our tire suddenly blew out. Rubber flew off and we ended up in the emergency lane after skidding across several lanes and hitting the guard rail (thankfu… --- ## [Rough Idle in Gear and Whine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-in-gear-and-whine/185561)
**Author:** [@ralphierich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ralphierich)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2022, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-in-gear-and-whine/185561 "2022-07-31T21:47:59Z")
\*Engine is 1MZ-FE V6, 1999 with 375k miles So my car recently started hesitating under load and later developed a stutter at idle. I talked to a mechanic buddy of mine who recommended that I clean the throttle position … --- ## [Can dealer turn down a cashier's check](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-dealer-turn-down-a-cashiers-check/151303)
**Author:** [@ZlP\_2000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ZlP_2000)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2022, 5:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-dealer-turn-down-a-cashiers-check/151303 "2022-07-31T05:43:53Z")
So I get a call from a dealership saying that the car I wanted just arrived a 2019 Honda civic type r I was on their waiting list and as soon as I could I was on my way to get it. On the phone I asked if it would be okay… --- ## [On-ramp decreasing-radius turns?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/on-ramp-decreasing-radius-turns/185408)
**Author:** [@Dakotaboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dakotaboy)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2022, 1:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/on-ramp-decreasing-radius-turns/185408 "2022-07-31T01:18:59Z")
Is it just me, or do the preponderance of cloverleaf freeway on-ramps have decreasing radius turns? If so, why did anyone think it was a good idea to slow a car down as much as possible just before it has to merge with h… --- ## [Fuel System Cleaning - Damaged my Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-system-cleaning-damaged-my-car/54689)
**Author:** [@PCSmartCarDumb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PCSmartCarDumb)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-system-cleaning-damaged-my-car/54689 "2022-07-30T22:40:53Z")
I had a fuel system cleaning performed on my car (2005 Kia Rio, ~54k miles). I won't mention the shop because I don't want to drag their name through the mud (yet!). As soon as I started the car I noticed the Check … --- ## [Hazards Randomly Turning On and Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hazards-randomly-turning-on-and-off/185548)
**Author:** [@Nooksva](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nooksva)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hazards-randomly-turning-on-and-off/185548 "2022-07-30T22:32:38Z")
My car turns its hazards on and off at random and frequently. Sometimes I can press the hazard button to shut them off, sometimes it doesn’t work. I’ve noticed it gets much worse in high temperatures. It happens the whol… --- ## [2016 Hyundai Veloster - Clunks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-veloster-clunks/185546)
**Author:** [@Mr.June](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mr.June)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-veloster-clunks/185546 "2022-07-30T21:13:05Z")
2016 Hyundai Veloster (turbo, manual) 60,000 miles. I hear a “clanking” noise when I first release the clutch to pull off. It doesn’t do it if you just push the clutch in, only when in gear pulling off in 1st gear. --- ## [Rattling sounds in my engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-sounds-in-my-engine/185451)
**Author:** [@sidneyraye](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sidneyraye)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-sounds-in-my-engine/185451 "2022-07-30T20:09:45Z")
Hi, for about 6 months now I’ve been hearing a rattling noise in my engine. Seems to only happen when my car is idle (like at a stop light), or in park. I know basically nothing about cars, but I can say that it started … --- ## [The last independent automaker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-last-independent-automaker/185543)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-last-independent-automaker/185543 "2022-07-30T13:22:35Z")
A six-part documentary about AMC is in the works: And, for those who are hankering for a Nash or AMC vehicle to restore, there is a treasure trove of them sitting at this defunct dealership: --- ## [2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser - Alternator thoughts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chrysler-pt-cruiser-alternator-thoughts/185535)
**Author:** [@RVguy.mass](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RVguy.mass)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 12:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chrysler-pt-cruiser-alternator-thoughts/185535 "2022-07-30T12:49:18Z")
Not a problem! A question RV guy.mass While driving… Alternator makes electricity. Say driving 25mph… How much is produced & Not used ( wasted Signed Curiosities David Lee --- ## [VPN blocking access to Car Talk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vpn-blocking-access-to-car-talk/185509)
**Author:** [@oldtimer-11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldtimer-11)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 4:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vpn-blocking-access-to-car-talk/185509 "2022-07-30T04:35:48Z")
Why do I need to turn off my Nord VPN to get to Car Talk. --- ## [Bluetooth OBD II scanner - Best Bang for Buck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bluetooth-obd-ii-scanner-best-bang-for-buck/185493)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bluetooth-obd-ii-scanner-best-bang-for-buck/185493 "2022-07-30T02:32:08Z")
I have an ABS wheel speed sensor problem. However, my old cheap scanner doesn’t get the codes. I saw this scanner online that shows the realtime data from each of the wheel sensors so that I could spin each of the wheels… --- ## [PPF Clear Bra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ppf-clear-bra/115861)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 12:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ppf-clear-bra/115861 "2022-07-30T00:18:50Z")
Hi all! So, I just had Llumar Paint Protection Film installed on the front of my SUV today. I was told to give it about a week to cure before washing. The installer did tell me that automatic car washes are ok. If it co… --- ## [Problem with my F150](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-my-f150/185286)
**Author:** [@randy.york\_181574](https://community.cartalk.com/u/randy.york_181574)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2022, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-my-f150/185286 "2022-07-29T23:18:35Z")
I have been having some issues with my F150. It has been hesitating, has no power, shakes under acceleration, and poor gas mileage. I have recently changed the fuel injectors, spark plugs, coils, o2 sensors, egr valve, e… --- ## [Buying car, then moving interstate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-car-then-moving-interstate/185511)
**Author:** [@NBAD25\_Cartalk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NBAD25_Cartalk)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2022, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-car-then-moving-interstate/185511 "2022-07-29T22:47:41Z")
Hi all, Okay really briefly. My partner (American) and I are moving to the US and I don’t know jack about how America works. We are flying into CT for a week with my partner’s family and then we will need to get to IN a… --- ## [2011 Kia Sorento - Fob issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sorento-fob-issues/185532)
**Author:** [@kennethchi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kennethchi)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2022, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sorento-fob-issues/185532 "2022-07-29T20:12:29Z")
smart key fob and car don’t link at all. --- ## [2012 Chevy Cruze turbo and catalytic converter bad again?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-cruze-turbo-and-catalytic-converter-bad-again/185477)
**Author:** [@Cwalther1313\_178047](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cwalther1313_178047)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2022, 12:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-cruze-turbo-and-catalytic-converter-bad-again/185477 "2022-07-29T12:15:32Z")
I’m in need of some advice for my Chevy Cruze. Bought it less than 6 months ago. The turbo and catalytic converter were replaced at 138K miles before I bought it. Now at 148K miles, I’m getting the following engine cod… --- ## [Hyundai Using Child Labor in Alabama Plant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-using-child-labor-in-alabama-plant/185449)
**Author:** [@Old-Days-Rick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Old-Days-Rick)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2022, 11:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-using-child-labor-in-alabama-plant/185449 "2022-07-29T11:13:05Z")
Hyundai subsidiary has used child labor at Alabama factory (msn.com) So when we discussed the evils of the UAW in the thread about why the Chevy Vega failed the importance of unions in assembly plants and their subsidia… --- ## [2012 Ford Mustang GT 90k manual for 15k](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-mustang-gt-90k-manual-for-15k/185490)
**Author:** [@Taylanbagwellenzo\_181449](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Taylanbagwellenzo_181449)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2022, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-mustang-gt-90k-manual-for-15k/185490 "2022-07-29T02:48:38Z")
I am looking at a 2012 Ford Mustang GT premium with a manual with 90k miles and he wants 15k. 18 intake manifold Pbd tuned by rob shoemaker Steeda cai Mbrp ss 1 7/8 long tube headers Mbrp street exhaust system Dss … --- ## [2004 GMC Envoy XL - Too loud](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-gmc-envoy-xl-too-loud/185445)
**Author:** [@Bamal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bamal)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2022, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-gmc-envoy-xl-too-loud/185445 "2022-07-29T02:13:21Z")
I have a envoy xl when I drive it’s kind of loud. What can I do to make it stop. --- ## [What are you going to do when oil prices crash?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-you-going-to-do-when-oil-prices-crash/184747)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2022, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-you-going-to-do-when-oil-prices-crash/184747 "2022-07-28T23:10:01Z")
Getting the boat out that gets 2 MPG? Long distance trip? No more car pooling? Drive your less fuel efficient vehicle more? Invest in oil? 2008 had high oil prices. Then gasoline crashed down to almost $2 per gallon… --- ## [E85 in pre '18 Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/e85-in-pre-18-camry/184679)
**Author:** [@Ewo79](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ewo79)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2022, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/e85-in-pre-18-camry/184679 "2022-07-28T21:58:51Z")
Has anyone used E85 in a stock pre 2018 Camry? I have a 2017 and I’m not sure if it will damage my car. With fuel prices being what they are I might try a gallon or two to try it out [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=231) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=233)