# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=301 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 302 --- ## [Substituting all-mileage oil with synthetic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/substituting-all-mileage-oil-with-synthetic/180632)
**Author:** [@Keith-Al](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Keith-Al)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2021, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/substituting-all-mileage-oil-with-synthetic/180632 "2021-11-17T21:08:51Z")
My Nissan Versa had its last oil-change using “regular” oil (5W 30). Wanting to top it off I initially bought something with the label “All Mileage.” Is this the same as what is considered to be non-synthetic or “regular… --- ## [Motor Trend's Car of the Year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motor-trends-car-of-the-year/180675)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2021, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motor-trends-car-of-the-year/180675 "2021-11-17T18:45:42Z")
Because they have picked so many mediocre–or worse–cars over the years, I don’t put much stock in their annual pick, but I still think this is interesting. --- ## [2022 Audi A6 - Tire wear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-audi-a6-tire-wear/180680)
**Author:** [@accobra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/accobra)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2021, 3:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-audi-a6-tire-wear/180680 "2021-11-17T15:22:17Z")
rear tires at 6000 miles fathering across the face of the rear tires and need changing --- ## [Now this looks real safe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/now-this-looks-real-safe/180685)
**Author:** [@weekend-warrior](https://community.cartalk.com/u/weekend-warrior)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2021, 3:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/now-this-looks-real-safe/180685 "2021-11-17T15:04:18Z")
click on picture --- ## [To sell or not to sell - 2012 Impreza with 110k miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-sell-or-not-to-sell-2012-impreza-with-110k-miles/180515)
**Author:** [@jamesarobe\_178075](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jamesarobe_178075)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2021, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-sell-or-not-to-sell-2012-impreza-with-110k-miles/180515 "2021-11-16T23:30:04Z")
I bought a 2012 Subaru Impreza hatchback in June of 2020 and so far, it has been a nightmare to maintain. First it needed control arm bushings, then the ac system had to be overhauled, the backdoor latch had to be fixed,… --- ## [Thought this was pretty interesting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thought-this-was-pretty-interesting/180681)
**Author:** [@weekend-warrior](https://community.cartalk.com/u/weekend-warrior)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2021, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thought-this-was-pretty-interesting/180681 "2021-11-16T17:45:21Z")
I bet a lot of off roaders would love to have that ability. DARPA wheels change from tires to tracks without stopping | Engadget --- ## [Deal breakers?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deal-breakers/180672)
**Author:** [@davepsinbox\_157004](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davepsinbox_157004)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2021, 4:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deal-breakers/180672 "2021-11-16T04:39:05Z")
Local (St. Louis) newspaper columnist Bill McClellan has owned Hondas for years. But that might be about to change. He had his eye on a 2021 Accord Hybrid until he found out…it doesn’t come with a spare tire. Bill is not… --- ## [Should I swap my new car for a beater?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-swap-my-new-car-for-a-beater/180045)
**Author:** [@walkerj3\_177721](https://community.cartalk.com/u/walkerj3_177721)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2021, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-swap-my-new-car-for-a-beater/180045 "2021-11-16T03:26:18Z")
Greetings: I am looking for some advice. About three years ago, I bought my first new car–a 2018 Nissan Sentra . When I bought it, I had a fairly less than ideal situation. My credit score was very low (in the high 500s… --- ## [Rattling noise after a very hard brake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-noise-after-a-very-hard-brake/180602)
**Author:** [@SD1984](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SD1984)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2021, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-noise-after-a-very-hard-brake/180602 "2021-11-16T00:58:29Z")
While driving this morning I had to brake extremely hard to avoid a rear end collision as the vehicle in front of me broke suddenly. Beginning after this, I started hearing a light rattling noise coming from the undernea… --- ## [GMC Sierra 2021 - \*\*\*BUYER BEWARE\*\*\* --\> Service Parking Brake = Failed Lifters, Bent/Broken Pushrods, Catastrophic Damage to Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-sierra-2021-buyer-beware-service-parking-brake-failed-lifters-bent-broken-pushrods-catastrophic-damage-to-engine/180604)
**Author:** [@hugofrog\_178132](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hugofrog_178132)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2021, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-sierra-2021-buyer-beware-service-parking-brake-failed-lifters-bent-broken-pushrods-catastrophic-damage-to-engine/180604 "2021-11-16T00:39:57Z")
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 6 months old / 8000 miles. After my recent issue and customer experience with GMC, I posted the following to Twitter. @GMC #GMC #GMCSierra #Sierra #Silverado #truck Day 37 - GMC Sierra 2021 -… --- ## [Explain this to your insurance company](https://community.cartalk.com/t/explain-this-to-your-insurance-company/180668)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2021, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/explain-this-to-your-insurance-company/180668 "2021-11-16T00:37:46Z")
Hello State Farm Scroll down to video. --- ## [Podcast meta-data is missing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/podcast-meta-data-is-missing/178222)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2021, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/podcast-meta-data-is-missing/178222 "2021-11-16T00:35:11Z")
The podcast mp3 files used to contain meta-data that contained useful info like the title, authors, comments, etc. During the pandemic shut downs I didn’t have a way to download & listen to the podcasts. Now things ar… --- ## [2020 Honda Civic, To Low to Ground?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-honda-civic-to-low-to-ground/180628)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2021, 12:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-honda-civic-to-low-to-ground/180628 "2021-11-16T00:12:39Z")
I have a 2020 Honda Civic. The car seems to be very low to the ground, by design. This portion underneath the car, where the plastic splash apron fastens to a metal plate, appears to be the lowest part of the car. Go… --- ## [Budget alternator (new) from China](https://community.cartalk.com/t/budget-alternator-new-from-china/180554)
**Author:** [@Steven5000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steven5000)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2021, 11:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/budget-alternator-new-from-china/180554 "2021-11-15T23:48:31Z")
If you have thoughts on alternator quality, read on. I recently installed a budget alternator (DB Electronics) that I bought on Amazon for $101 delivered, including tax. I think a local purchase would have cost far more… --- ## [Door won’t close](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-won-t-close/180651)
**Author:** [@esadler83\_178166](https://community.cartalk.com/u/esadler83_178166)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2021, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-won-t-close/180651 "2021-11-15T23:19:45Z")
2005 Buick LaCrosse CXL Off and on issues with the passenger side door not always closing on the first try. No big deal, until yesterday. The door latch was stuck in the closed position so I flipped it to open however i… --- ## [Stop Miss Leading People](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stop-miss-leading-people/177136)
**Author:** [@VOLVO-V70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VOLVO-V70)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2021, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stop-miss-leading-people/177136 "2021-11-15T22:21:02Z")
When are the people who run this site going to realize that people post here thinking that they are only contacting those who have the same vehicle as theirs . Either drop this Ask Anyone or change the title to reflect … --- ## [ICE vs EV: fill up cost comparison](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ice-vs-ev-fill-up-cost-comparison/180340)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 206\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2021, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ice-vs-ev-fill-up-cost-comparison/180340 "2021-11-15T21:47:27Z")
This article documents a study comparing the cost to fill up your ICE vehicles and typical EVs available today. The big takeaway is that EVs are typically more expensive to fill up than gasoline powered vehicles. It’s a … --- ## [2020 Toyota RAV4 - Glass issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-rav4-glass-issues/180659)
**Author:** [@Julesmazz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julesmazz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2021, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-rav4-glass-issues/180659 "2021-11-15T16:38:52Z")
I have a crack in my windshield that starts at the bottom of the glass. It was not hit with a rock or any other object. It looks like a compression crack. Has anyone else come across this issue? --- ## [Is this car totaled?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-car-totaled/180614)
**Author:** [@emilyannerandall\_178143](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emilyannerandall_178143)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2021, 1:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-car-totaled/180614 "2021-11-15T13:52:55Z")
Hi, I got in a fender bender today and would like a preliminary opinion on the damage. I assume it’s totaled, but thought I would check in here to hear from you all. Thank you, Emily --- ## [SNL joke's punchline is car thief who can't drive a manual](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snl-jokes-punchline-is-car-thief-who-cant-drive-a-manual/180548)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2021, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snl-jokes-punchline-is-car-thief-who-cant-drive-a-manual/180548 "2021-11-15T03:46:37Z")
Last week’s SNL aired a movie trailer parody about a hotshot car thief who couldn’t drive a manual transmission Car Heist - SNL - YouTube . It’s not funny, just notable because they thought this worth a joke. --- ## [2011 Chevrolet Equinox - TPMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-equinox-tpms/180634)
**Author:** [@WendyHorton-Leigh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WendyHorton-Leigh)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2021, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-equinox-tpms/180634 "2021-11-15T03:28:20Z")
Tire sensor goes off. Can be any tire from time to time. Had it to the Chevy dealer and they could not find anything wrong. Reset the sensor and it will be fne for 5-6 weeks and then it happens again. --- ## [Does anyone remember Mille Bornes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-remember-mille-bornes/180623)
**Author:** [@woodyandsue\_176929](https://community.cartalk.com/u/woodyandsue_176929)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2021, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-remember-mille-bornes/180623 "2021-11-15T01:24:31Z")
It was a card game originated in France that became popular here in the 60’s and early 70’s. It seemed super complicated when I was a kid but quickly became an obsessive past-time for me and my brother. It centered arou… --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Malibu - Dome light questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-malibu-dome-light-questions/180657)
**Author:** [@janosh13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/janosh13)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2021, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-malibu-dome-light-questions/180657 "2021-11-14T22:33:16Z")
the lights above my head wont turn on. curious as to what fuse number i need to look at and how to fix the issue when i open the door, lights do not turn on. i even have the switch turned on so i can have the lights… --- ## [How to find a reliable SUV with only exterior damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-find-a-reliable-suv-with-only-exterior-damage/180644)
**Author:** [@adamsdad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adamsdad)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2021, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-find-a-reliable-suv-with-only-exterior-damage/180644 "2021-11-14T18:30:50Z")
Hi everyone. It’s time to buy a new car. I currently have a 2008 Toyota Highlander. I would like to buy something more fuel efficient. To save money I don’t mind if there are some exterior scratches and dents. I live in… --- ## [P0171 code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0171-code/180647)
**Author:** [@Sawyerernst](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sawyerernst)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2021, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0171-code/180647 "2021-11-14T02:38:04Z")
Truck died on the road about a week ago and had fuel problems whether air or gas. So got it home and every so often throughout the week I would start it up idle for about five minutes drop rpms and die and then every tim… --- ## [Starter? Alternator? Crummy Wal-Mart Battery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-alternator-crummy-wal-mart-battery/180641)
**Author:** [@matthewdmorris\_178154](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthewdmorris_178154)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2021, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-alternator-crummy-wal-mart-battery/180641 "2021-11-14T00:48:43Z")
Hello Everyone, I’m trying to keep a great old car running and need a little help (2000 Chevy Prizm, 246K miles). This time last year, I had to change the battery and went with a cheapy from Wal-Mart -Drove it as my da… --- ## [VW's most popular non-automotive part](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vws-most-popular-non-automotive-part/180612)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2021, 3:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vws-most-popular-non-automotive-part/180612 "2021-11-13T15:12:03Z")
… is Part No. 199 398 500 A, and it’s not something that I could have ever imagined. --- ## [Do I still have to remove my tints even if I pay the full ticket amount without correcting it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-still-have-to-remove-my-tints-even-if-i-pay-the-full-ticket-amount-without-correcting-it/180594)
**Author:** [@Richard.shervin\_178126](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Richard.shervin_178126)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2021, 5:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-still-have-to-remove-my-tints-even-if-i-pay-the-full-ticket-amount-without-correcting-it/180594 "2021-11-13T05:07:53Z")
I just got a window tint ticket, and the officer told me I needed to correct it. I was just wondering if its possible to just pay the full amount of the ticket without removing them? --- ## [Hyundai Santa Fee 2005 O2 Sensor not working. New catalytic converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-santa-fee-2005-o2-sensor-not-working-new-catalytic-converter/180638)
**Author:** [@zille007](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zille007)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2021, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-santa-fee-2005-o2-sensor-not-working-new-catalytic-converter/180638 "2021-11-13T01:59:43Z")
Hyundai Santa Fee 2005 O2 Sensor not working. New catalytic converter and using old sensor. I bought 2 cheap o2 sensor and code came back again. So now new catalytic converter and old o2 sensor but same code. Can you c… --- ## [Camry 2008 dashboard - getting sticky](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-2008-dashboard-getting-sticky/180635)
**Author:** [@Tony57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tony57)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2021, 1:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-2008-dashboard-getting-sticky/180635 "2021-11-13T01:05:13Z")
can you seal the dash with any product? I saw on a car show where the mechanic cleaned the problem area with a simple household cleaner and that was it. Online I purchased but not received yet a ‘sealer’ for the dash. … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=300) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=302)