# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=266 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 267 --- ## [Pat Goss of Motorweek](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pat-goss-of-motorweek/183260)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2022, 7:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pat-goss-of-motorweek/183260 "2022-03-28T07:31:21Z")
Some of you may be familiar with Pat Goss as the master mechanic on Motorweek. His segment was called Goss’ Garage. He also ran a garage with the same name near DC. He died on March 19. He has been quoted her occasionall… --- ## [Porsche 911 S](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-911-s/183220)
**Author:** [@susan657628](https://community.cartalk.com/u/susan657628)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2022, 4:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-911-s/183220 "2022-03-28T04:08:24Z")
I sorta freaked out on the 407 when there was blue smoke coming out of my 911 along with the check engine light. There were also issues of coolant leaking. One visit to Van at right tech and a few days later, I was ready… --- ## [2019 Ford Ranger - Poor MPG](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-ranger-poor-mpg/183253)
**Author:** [@Bill16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bill16)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2022, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-ranger-poor-mpg/183253 "2022-03-28T03:02:30Z")
I have a 2019 Ford Ranger Supercrew that is getting bad MPG. The best is 19 and the lowest is around 15 MPG. Could the be helped by a reflash. I have no check engine light and the performance is great. --- ## [2017 Hyundai Sonata - trunk won’t open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-sonata-trunk-won-t-open/183243)
**Author:** [@Rafarey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rafarey)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2022, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-sonata-trunk-won-t-open/183243 "2022-03-28T02:31:15Z")
My trunk does not open by any way that I tried, I’m in Coamo P.R. where is the nearest dealer where I can take my car to fix this problem under the 208 campaign --- ## [Any recent experience with EBC brakes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-recent-experience-with-ebc-brakes/182599)
**Author:** [@Manolito](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Manolito)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2022, 2:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-recent-experience-with-ebc-brakes/182599 "2022-03-28T02:30:22Z")
Brake component quality is a bit of a moving target over the past decade as virtually all brands have consolidated and moved manufacturing to China. I will confess to an aversion to Chinese products, more as a matter of… --- ## [Are my wheels/brakes missing a cover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-my-wheels-brakes-missing-a-cover/183239)
**Author:** [@icu222much](https://community.cartalk.com/u/icu222much)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2022, 2:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-my-wheels-brakes-missing-a-cover/183239 "2022-03-28T02:08:15Z")
I am wondering if the tire on my car is missing a cover behind the rims? By cover, I am referring to the yellow piece of metal in the Porsche photo I drive a Nissan Murano 2014. I brought my car into the shop for repai… --- ## [2015 Toyota Tacoma - Paint issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-tacoma-paint-issues/183257)
**Author:** [@Vinzie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vinzie)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2022, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-tacoma-paint-issues/183257 "2022-03-27T23:47:55Z")
Is Toyota doing anything about 2015 Toyota Tacoma paint peeling ? Is there a recall ? --- ## [2011 Kia Sorento - Electric gremlins](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sorento-electric-gremlins/183247)
**Author:** [@W1ldb1ll68](https://community.cartalk.com/u/W1ldb1ll68)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2022, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sorento-electric-gremlins/183247 "2022-03-27T23:42:15Z")
We have the same problem with our 2011 Kia. the radio has a mind of its own . one minute it comes on and plays then the next it goes off. Checked all fuses and they were good. Fixing to just tear it out and put in a aft… --- ## [Car shuts off normally, power stays on (kind of)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shuts-off-normally-power-stays-on-kind-of/183236)
**Author:** [@joakim-ps3\_180116](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joakim-ps3_180116)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2022, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shuts-off-normally-power-stays-on-kind-of/183236 "2022-03-27T20:46:10Z")
Hello. I have a 2004 Toyota Hilux D4-D. When i turn the car off and remove the key from the ignition the headlights either stay on or they turn off and on repeatedly. The climate control fans and dash lights also stay on… --- ## [Need advise please thanks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advise-please-thanks/183191)
**Author:** [@daragourel\_180088](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daragourel_180088)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2022, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advise-please-thanks/183191 "2022-03-27T02:58:36Z")
Hi, I need some advise please. On Friday the 18th last week the mobile mechanic came to fixed my car Volvo S60 and he accidentally cracked my oil tank most of the oils all leaked out and then he left to get the new oil t… --- ## [2004 Nissan Frontier - Suspension questions for a pro](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-frontier-suspension-questions-for-a-pro/183200)
**Author:** [@Help\_me12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Help_me12)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2022, 12:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-frontier-suspension-questions-for-a-pro/183200 "2022-03-27T00:49:12Z")
I have double wishbone suspension (6 cyl, VG-33E, 2dw, automatic). My bushings were worned out and my ball joints cracked, #1 -shall I have all (4) the control arm replace? #2 - or do I just replace the broken parts onl… --- ## [Dodge Caliber makes loud noise when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-caliber-makes-loud-noise-when-accelerating/183201)
**Author:** [@Miauwl\_180025](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Miauwl_180025)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2022, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-caliber-makes-loud-noise-when-accelerating/183201 "2022-03-26T23:47:00Z")
i bought a Dodge Caliber & when i accelerate it makes a really loud noise . i guess i would describe it as sounding like a lawnmower kind of . the car drives fine & everything , it just makes that really loud noise when … --- ## [2010 ford ranger hard shifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-ranger-hard-shifting/179715)
**Author:** [@blair.jp\_177478](https://community.cartalk.com/u/blair.jp_177478)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2022, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-ranger-hard-shifting/179715 "2022-03-26T23:43:00Z")
My first post! 2010 Ford Ranger sport 4x4 4L standard About 6 months ago I started having a hard time shifting into first gear while at a stop. Its like the shifter hits a wall and I have to apply hard force to get int… --- ## [Stretched timing chain causes ignition timing problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stretched-timing-chain-causes-ignition-timing-problem/183217)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2022, 1:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stretched-timing-chain-causes-ignition-timing-problem/183217 "2022-03-26T13:39:14Z")
In one of the fairly recent Car Talk podcasts the caller had a 69 Ford Mustang w/302 v8 and 2B carb. Engine was misbehaving, stalling at idle. Warm/cold no difference. Carb tested good, choke function tested, good… --- ## [Interesting tow truck!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interesting-tow-truck/183214)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2022, 1:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interesting-tow-truck/183214 "2022-03-26T13:04:04Z")
--- ## [Is There A Tool For This CV Spider Needle Bearing Retaining Ring?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-a-tool-for-this-cv-spider-needle-bearing-retaining-ring/183162)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2022, 6:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-a-tool-for-this-cv-spider-needle-bearing-retaining-ring/183162 "2022-03-26T06:06:35Z")
I had a CV joint inner boot large seal clamp loosen and a lot of grease was lost past the clamp.I want to remove the grease that’s left and clean the whole inner cv joint and regrease it.I have watched several youtube vi… --- ## [2017 Ford Fiesta - Fiesta Purchase - Any issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fiesta-fiesta-purchase-any-issues/183193)
**Author:** [@problemcar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/problemcar)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2022, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fiesta-fiesta-purchase-any-issues/183193 "2022-03-26T03:11:19Z")
I getting ready to purchase a 2017 ford fiesta hatchback and would like to know from anyone that has owned one, if they are good cars and what if any are problems they have. --- ## [2001 Cadillac DeVille - Burns oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-cadillac-deville-burns-oil/183206)
**Author:** [@SandyHenry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SandyHenry)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2022, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-cadillac-deville-burns-oil/183206 "2022-03-26T01:53:27Z")
My car is loosing oil I had it checked so they found no leaks so I now its burning oil what do I do --- ## [2014 Jeep Compass - Odd drivetrain lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-compass-odd-drivetrain-lights/183142)
**Author:** [@Bill22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bill22)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2022, 1:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-compass-odd-drivetrain-lights/183142 "2022-03-26T01:05:20Z")
When driving about 30mph,in 2wheel drive, the 4 wheel drive lite comes on. When I shut the car off and re-start, the 4wd lite is off, but when I go in drive and get about 30mph, 4wd drive comes on again. Why? Car seems… --- ## [2016 Toyota Camry - Seat moving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-camry-seat-moving/183148)
**Author:** [@Peggy04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Peggy04)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2022, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-camry-seat-moving/183148 "2022-03-25T23:08:00Z")
My electronic driver’s seat is moving back and down when I shut the car off. I have owned the car for 3 years and it has never done that. The manual does not say anything about this happening. --- ## [2006 Toyota Corolla - Do I have a turbo?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-corolla-do-i-have-a-turbo/183182)
**Author:** [@aryan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aryan)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2022, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-corolla-do-i-have-a-turbo/183182 "2022-03-25T18:25:38Z")
does my car has a turbo engine? --- ## [2013 Chevrolet 1500 - Paint issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-1500-paint-issues/183196)
**Author:** [@JamesGerdes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesGerdes)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2022, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-1500-paint-issues/183196 "2022-03-25T18:05:09Z")
Paint peeling Hood, Fender, Doors and inside the bed\> --- ## [2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid - exhaust fumes through the vent](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-camry-hybrid-exhaust-fumes-through-the-vent/183212)
**Author:** [@Pact](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pact)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2022, 6:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-camry-hybrid-exhaust-fumes-through-the-vent/183212 "2022-03-25T18:00:10Z")
Exhaust fumes coming through vent --- ## [Car radio causing car to not start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-radio-causing-car-to-not-start/183087)
**Author:** [@Miauwl\_180025](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Miauwl_180025)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2022, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-radio-causing-car-to-not-start/183087 "2022-03-25T17:49:09Z")
i recently bought a 2004 Malibu maxx. The factory radio wasn’t installed/plugged in when I bought it, it was on the floor. When I got home I figured i would plug it in myself, so I plug it in & try to start the car & it … --- ## [Noise from steering wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-from-steering-wheel/183189)
**Author:** [@ehurkan\_180087](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ehurkan_180087)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2022, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-from-steering-wheel/183189 "2022-03-25T17:20:31Z")
Hello, there is a noise from the steering wheel, what could be the reason? Noise » --- ## [Safest Ways of Buying a Car Out of the Area](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safest-ways-of-buying-a-car-out-of-the-area/183175)
**Author:** [@CygnusRift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CygnusRift)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2022, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safest-ways-of-buying-a-car-out-of-the-area/183175 "2022-03-25T13:41:01Z")
So i’ve been doing research and i know the car I want, but most of the deals (either by a dealer or private seller) seem to be out of the area. I haven’t been having a lot of luck with dealers out of state, so i’ve been… --- ## [2018 bmw 740e vs 2018 Acura RLX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-bmw-740e-vs-2018-acura-rlx/183156)
**Author:** [@jigneshspatel\_180063](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jigneshspatel_180063)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2022, 12:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-bmw-740e-vs-2018-acura-rlx/183156 "2022-03-25T12:20:16Z")
I own a 2018 Acura RLX with 44k miles. I was thinking of trading it for 2018 bmw 740e with 10k miles. Think it’s worth it? I know bmw is a huge upgrade wrt Luxary and features but worried about maintenance and expenses … --- ## [BMW ix and i4 Considering a new EV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-ix-and-i4-considering-a-new-ev/183066)
**Author:** [@EVxDriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EVxDriver)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2022, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-ix-and-i4-considering-a-new-ev/183066 "2022-03-25T03:04:45Z")
Hey y’all. I’ve been thinking over getting a new car and think I’m in the right spot for a full EV.The first problem I thought I might encounter was charging but there are so many more charging locations than 2-3 years a… --- ## [Weird air fuel issues, gets worse the more you give it gas. Lean AND rich, any and all help needed/appreciated. No codes. 2004 Outback 2.5L](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-air-fuel-issues-gets-worse-the-more-you-give-it-gas-lean-and-rich-any-and-all-help-needed-appreciated-no-codes-2004-outback-2-5l/183152)
**Author:** [@rentonfree](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rentonfree)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2022, 1:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-air-fuel-issues-gets-worse-the-more-you-give-it-gas-lean-and-rich-any-and-all-help-needed-appreciated-no-codes-2004-outback-2-5l/183152 "2022-03-25T01:17:51Z")
2004 Outback 2.5L spikes low and high fuel trims . At idle they’re much more consistent, but as the car idles they slowly get worse. On highway at a constant speed the trims will go through a cycle. It will sit at 0% and… --- ## [Stalling after tune up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-after-tune-up/183171)
**Author:** [@matthannafin\_180073](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthannafin_180073)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2022, 12:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-after-tune-up/183171 "2022-03-25T00:57:03Z")
Last week I brought my 1988 K2500 Silverado (5.7L, automatic) in for a tune up. It was idling rough, but otherwise fine. My local shop diagnosed weak spark, and replaced the distributor cap & rotor, spark plugs, plug w… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=265) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=267)