# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=34 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 35 --- ## [I hit your car in the rear. IT's YOUR FAULT!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-hit-your-car-in-the-rear-its-your-fault/99649)
**Author:** [@tom418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom418)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2025, 1:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-hit-your-car-in-the-rear-its-your-fault/99649 "2025-05-15T01:41:01Z")
I just finished jury duty last week (car accident). One party suing the other for medical bills and auto damage. I couldn't believe the defense's argument that the plaintiff "suddenly stopped" (he was stopping for a red … --- ## [Can't start honda civic - Battery good](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-start-honda-civic-battery-good/200270)
**Author:** [@lucky\_nugget](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lucky_nugget)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-start-honda-civic-battery-good/200270 "2025-05-14T17:38:19Z")
2011 Honda Civic Sedan - 170k miles. About a month ago I go out to my car and it won’t start. Assuming the battery is dead I have a buddy help me jump it, which was unsuccessful for a very long time. Eventually someone c… --- ## [Your car may be spying on you](https://community.cartalk.com/t/your-car-may-be-spying-on-you/199671)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/your-car-may-be-spying-on-you/199671 "2025-05-14T18:19:34Z")
https://www.9news.com/article/money/consumer/steve-on-your-side/car-spying-driving-opt-out/73-b7c3574a-4138-4a1a-a574-1924b04adae8 --- ## [Car choices in a bumpy area](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-choices-in-a-bumpy-area/200052)
**Author:** [@cdaquila](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdaquila)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-choices-in-a-bumpy-area/200052 "2025-05-14T13:49:24Z")
Hi, want to run something by you all. I have a 2013 Kia Forte EX. It’s got 130k miles on it, and I bought it 5 years ago with all maintenance records provided, and I have taken my 15 years of lessons from Car Talk and d… --- ## [2010 Subaru Forester - Fuel mileage dropped by 10% or so - Why?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-forester-fuel-mileage-dropped-by-10-or-so-why/200115)
**Author:** [@Windsoran](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Windsoran)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 4:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-forester-fuel-mileage-dropped-by-10-or-so-why/200115 "2025-05-14T04:25:26Z")
I have a 2010 Subaru Forester with manual transmission and about 70k miles. Until 2 months ago, mixed driving resulted in 27.6 mpg. Abruptly, following refueling, the mileage dropped to 24.5 mpg. There are no error c… --- ## [Brake pedals travels a bit long before starts to brake!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedals-travels-a-bit-long-before-starts-to-brake/200275)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedals-travels-a-bit-long-before-starts-to-brake/200275 "2025-05-14T02:52:08Z")
2009 Corolla, 145k Car brakes fine - I had BF flushed 18months ago - its California weather. Ever since I got the car, I noticed that the Brake pedals travels a bit long before starts to brake! Perhaps even feel a bit … --- ## [2011 Chevrolet Impala - Can anyone suggest where these leaks may be coming from?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-impala-can-anyone-suggest-where-these-leaks-may-be-coming-from/200219)
**Author:** [@KevinSmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KevinSmith)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-impala-can-anyone-suggest-where-these-leaks-may-be-coming-from/200219 "2025-05-14T00:34:01Z")
I have 2 oil leaks. Both are toward the passenger side. The larger is near the front of the car and the lesser is hitting the ground about 4 inches behind it. Thoughts on the possible causes? Btw, i have changed the o… --- ## [TPMS Sensors - Amazon or AC/Delco?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-sensors-amazon-or-ac-delco/200241)
**Author:** [@PintoKid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PintoKid)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-sensors-amazon-or-ac-delco/200241 "2025-05-13T21:16:38Z")
One of my TPMS sensors has finally failed after 14 years. My question here is should I go for the OEM AC/Delco part or Amazon? The OEM sensors are $30-50 for each, but I can get 4 from Amazon for $35 or so. I already sp… --- ## [Lexus SUV totaled by brush fire ember coming through open window](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-suv-totaled-by-brush-fire-ember-coming-through-open-window/200266)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-suv-totaled-by-brush-fire-ember-coming-through-open-window/200266 "2025-05-13T15:26:11Z")
Anyone believe this? https://kdvr.com/news/local/photos-suv-a-total-loss-after-interior-catches-fire-from-roadside-blaze-ember/ --- ## [When to change headlights?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-change-headlights/199783)
**Author:** [@yayasolete13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yayasolete13)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-change-headlights/199783 "2025-05-13T13:05:50Z")
If you have to change one headlamp, isn’t it best to stagger them and not change the other (working) one until it no longer works? My thinking is that at least you will always have at least one bulb working, right? --- ## [Driverless semi-tractor-trailer rigs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driverless-semi-tractor-trailer-rigs/200086)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 8:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driverless-semi-tractor-trailer-rigs/200086 "2025-05-13T08:42:19Z")
--- ## [TransAm Revival Design Project Video](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transam-revival-design-project-video/200264)
**Author:** [@Hondaphile](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hondaphile)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 3:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transam-revival-design-project-video/200264 "2025-05-13T03:09:32Z")
I did a thing! I just posted a YouTube video about an automotive design project I’ve been working on for several months. It’s my vision for another Pontiac TransAm revival. Check it out. Feedback welcome! --- ## [Value of 1997 Ford F250 light duty for parts/project/scrap?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/value-of-1997-ford-f250-light-duty-for-parts-project-scrap/200217)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/value-of-1997-ford-f250-light-duty-for-parts-project-scrap/200217 "2025-05-13T00:55:03Z")
Well, the old 1997 F-250 Light Duty gave it up last night. I had been hanging onto this one as it still seemed to run well but all the signs are telling me it is time to move this one along and upgrade to the 2018 F-150… --- ## [No crank start in a 2005 Honda accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-start-in-a-2005-honda-accord/200121)
**Author:** [@josephcaseyjjc\_193552](https://community.cartalk.com/u/josephcaseyjjc_193552)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-start-in-a-2005-honda-accord/200121 "2025-05-13T00:11:40Z")
I’m having a frustrating start-up issue with my 2005 Honda Accord LX (2.4 L, automatic). Here’s what’s happening: • No Crank / No Noise – Turning the key does absolutely nothing—no click, no cranking, just silence. • … --- ## [What's this sound in my Volvo s60 2004](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-this-sound-in-my-volvo-s60-2004/200054)
**Author:** [@matasdi628\_193518](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matasdi628_193518)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-this-sound-in-my-volvo-s60-2004/200054 "2025-05-13T00:10:01Z")
Was driving yesterday and didn’t have this and today in the morning first thing I hear was this squeaking. It only starts going faster than 20km/h sometimes it continues for the whole drive and sometimes you can’t hear i… --- ## [2012 Infiniti M37x (~123k miles) suddenly lost power when accelerating from a stop & temp gauge shot all the way up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-infiniti-m37x-123k-miles-suddenly-lost-power-when-accelerating-from-a-stop-temp-gauge-shot-all-the-way-up/199923)
**Author:** [@Hedgehog23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hedgehog23)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 10:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-infiniti-m37x-123k-miles-suddenly-lost-power-when-accelerating-from-a-stop-temp-gauge-shot-all-the-way-up/199923 "2025-05-12T22:31:59Z")
I drive a 2012 Infiniti M37x with close to 123k miles. Yesterday I was stopped at a red light, and as soon as the light turned green and I accelerated, the car suddenly lost power and seemed to start running noticeably r… --- ## [Broker assisted car buying, autobrokers?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broker-assisted-car-buying-autobrokers/194442)
**Author:** [@CygnusRift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CygnusRift)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2024, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broker-assisted-car-buying-autobrokers/194442 "2024-08-18T22:46:04Z")
Hey all. I was curious, because i’m looking for specific cars that are hard to find in my area (and really expensive regardless), but i was curious about the existence of car buying brokers. Basically companies that ass… --- ## [Best to use steel or alloy rim for full sized spare tire?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-to-use-steel-or-alloy-rim-for-full-sized-spare-tire/200169)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 6:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-to-use-steel-or-alloy-rim-for-full-sized-spare-tire/200169 "2025-05-12T18:51:43Z")
Getting new tires tomorrow or the next day whenever I have time… I have older spares on both steel and alloy rims and plan to replace one with the best of the tires I am replacing. For spare use, which is better? Stee… --- ## ['Firefighters rescue cat from car engine'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/firefighters-rescue-cat-from-car-engine/200229)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/firefighters-rescue-cat-from-car-engine/200229 "2025-05-12T17:07:54Z")
--- ## [2007 Ford Freestyle - In need of assistance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-freestyle-in-need-of-assistance/200235)
**Author:** [@Eva50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eva50)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 5:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-freestyle-in-need-of-assistance/200235 "2025-05-12T17:05:04Z")
it has and needs full exhaust system replaced and leaking water inside car Starting to go into limp mode. i got fired due to illness lost 2 vehicles one 2018 and 2014 ford truck.we need them cars desperatly but repoed th… --- ## [2006 Nissan Quest - Digital odometer issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-quest-digital-odometer-issue/200227)
**Author:** [@Jennykitty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jennykitty)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-quest-digital-odometer-issue/200227 "2025-05-12T15:08:27Z")
My digital display doesn’t show the correct odometer reading any longer, as the digital numbers are unreadable (parts of the digital numbers are missing on the display), Any advice? --- ## [Steering wheel pump was changed and when I turn the wheel, it is still knocking and grindingg](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-pump-was-changed-and-when-i-turn-the-wheel-it-is-still-knocking-and-grindingg/199968)
**Author:** [@Karen-Hammond](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karen-Hammond)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-pump-was-changed-and-when-i-turn-the-wheel-it-is-still-knocking-and-grindingg/199968 "2025-05-12T01:32:56Z")
I need HELP! I have a horrible rapid knocking and grinding noise when I turn my steering wheel. I had the steering wheel pump replaced and it is still making that noise. The Mechanic said the noise will stop as there is … --- ## [Have you been affected by the New Tariffs? I have…](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-you-been-affected-by-the-new-tariffs-i-have/199974)
**Author:** [@LoudThunder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoudThunder)\ **Replies:** 204\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-you-been-affected-by-the-new-tariffs-i-have/199974 "2025-05-11T16:51:33Z")
I do not know if the members have been affected by the Tariffs being imposed on imported items, but I just had my first taste. I contacted a local franchised constructing company that I have had good luck with over the … --- ## [What went wrong with my brakes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-went-wrong-with-my-brakes/195374)
**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 2:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-went-wrong-with-my-brakes/195374 "2025-05-11T14:41:51Z")
This is in regard to a 2002 Daewoo Lanos, but I don’t think there’s anything special about this model when it comes to the brakes and wheel hubs, etc. This is the base model, which does NOT have ABS. Before touching th… --- ## [Problems with scrolling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-scrolling/200082)
**Author:** [@cdaquila](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdaquila)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-scrolling/200082 "2025-05-11T01:27:45Z")
Hi. I have been having a terrible time with scrolling through the site on iOS 18.3.2. I shared it with our tech team but they can’t replicate the issue. It is so disruptive I want to make sure it’s not happening to other… --- ## [2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rental Story - Engine surged, but the vehicle did not - Any guesses what it was?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-jeep-grand-cherokee-rental-story-engine-surged-but-the-vehicle-did-not-any-guesses-what-it-was/200165)
**Author:** [@EnterpriseRental](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EnterpriseRental)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 1:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-jeep-grand-cherokee-rental-story-engine-surged-but-the-vehicle-did-not-any-guesses-what-it-was/200165 "2025-05-11T01:13:44Z")
Enterprise Rental vehicle: While starting across an intersection after being stopped for a traffic light the engine suddenly redlined to 7000 rpm on the tachometer. The vehicle did not accelerate normally but accelerat… --- ## [2024 Taos Cannot Get Parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2024-taos-cannot-get-parts/199504)
**Author:** [@jimoffers\_193150](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimoffers_193150)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2024-taos-cannot-get-parts/199504 "2025-05-11T00:58:37Z")
Looking for suggestions - 2024 Taos that took a deer hit in the front end, Minor cosmetic damage, but once torn down, body shop needed a new Guide Support (2GJ-805-705-B). VW North America says part is on national back o… --- ## [2022 Hyundai Santa Fe - Weird slowing of car then it fixed itself](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-hyundai-santa-fe-weird-slowing-of-car-then-it-fixed-itself/200207)
**Author:** [@RobertD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertD)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2025, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-hyundai-santa-fe-weird-slowing-of-car-then-it-fixed-itself/200207 "2025-05-10T22:58:23Z")
2 days ago when I first got in the car, it wouldn’t accelerate over 50 mph. I pulled over, turned off the car, waited 15 seconds & restarted it. It was fine after that & I didn’t have any problems yesterday. What happ… --- ## [2022 Hyundai Santa Fe - How do I get my brake fluid replaced?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-hyundai-santa-fe-how-do-i-get-my-brake-fluid-replaced/200209)
**Author:** [@DarleneEberwein](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DarleneEberwein)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2025, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-hyundai-santa-fe-how-do-i-get-my-brake-fluid-replaced/200209 "2025-05-10T22:35:09Z")
replace dirty brake fluid --- ## [2018 Hyundai Sonata - Where is a good place for service?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-sonata-where-is-a-good-place-for-service/200104)
**Author:** [@darupert1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darupert1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2025, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-sonata-where-is-a-good-place-for-service/200104 "2025-05-10T14:38:30Z")
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