# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=412 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 413 --- ## [New Features for new cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-features-for-new-cars/172875)
**Author:** [@Laisseraller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Laisseraller)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2020, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-features-for-new-cars/172875 "2020-12-01T16:33:22Z")
How many of you have seen new feature on the new cars? GM’s have a Mulit plex tail gate with does many things so I created one for my First Gen. Toyota Tacoma- Waterfall tailgate:https://youtu.be/DVtuO9YLxzc --- ## [CR lists the newer models most likely to have reliability problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cr-lists-the-newer-models-most-likely-to-have-reliability-problems/172874)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2020, 4:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cr-lists-the-newer-models-most-likely-to-have-reliability-problems/172874 "2020-12-01T16:17:58Z")
--- ## [Fiat grande punto 1.9 starting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fiat-grande-punto-1-9-starting-problem/172845)
**Author:** [@Pribi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pribi)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2020, 4:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fiat-grande-punto-1-9-starting-problem/172845 "2020-12-01T04:52:36Z")
Hello, I own a fiat grande punto 1.9 multijet, 2006. Im writing here because i dont know what else to do about my problem. The car wont start when the engine isnt completely cold. In a -5°C weather and with cold engine … --- ## [2002 Saturn Vue needs fluid in trans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-vue-needs-fluid-in-trans/172767)
**Author:** [@johnny.kathy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnny.kathy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2020, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-vue-needs-fluid-in-trans/172767 "2020-12-01T00:59:36Z")
need to fluid put in transmisson --- ## [Do Car Experts Keep Their Car Longer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-car-experts-keep-their-car-longer/172799)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-car-experts-keep-their-car-longer/172799 "2020-11-30T23:26:48Z")
I know there are some very knowledgeable people on these forums when it comes to maintenance. Do those that hold all this knowledge keep their cars longer than people without this knowledge? When the average Joe has th… --- ## [Dealership screwed license plate into rubber plate suports](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-screwed-license-plate-into-rubber-plate-suports/172745)
**Author:** [@DJO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DJO)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-screwed-license-plate-into-rubber-plate-suports/172745 "2020-11-30T23:07:18Z")
I bought a new 2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid today and just realized that the saleswoman screwed two rear license plate screws into the rubber supports/bumpers at the bottom where the plate sits instead of into the two holes… --- ## [Clear Coat peeling on bonnet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clear-coat-peeling-on-bonnet/172781)
**Author:** [@Melinda-10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Melinda-10)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clear-coat-peeling-on-bonnet/172781 "2020-11-30T22:49:32Z")
Hello i am wanting to buy a car for my son i have found a car, its a 2006 Holden Astra. I have seen pictures and one of the picture’s the man is showing a small area bit bigger than a hand Clear Coat peeling. I was wonde… --- ## [Honda Element V-Tech Solenoid P2647](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-element-v-tech-solenoid-p2647/172834)
**Author:** [@LarryJohnHolbrook](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryJohnHolbrook)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-element-v-tech-solenoid-p2647/172834 "2020-11-30T21:17:46Z")
My gasket on the solenoid was leaking. Took it to a local mechanic and he replaced the unit with a new gasket. About a mile from home it would not accelerate and started bucking. When I slowed down and kept the RPMs und… --- ## [What gas grade is required for 2018 Lexus IS 300 AWD F Sport?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-gas-grade-is-required-for-2018-lexus-is-300-awd-f-sport/172846)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-gas-grade-is-required-for-2018-lexus-is-300-awd-f-sport/172846 "2020-11-30T21:04:53Z")
Hello experts and knowledgeable drivers. I recently came off the phone with both Toyota and Lexus dealership on what gas grade is required for a 2018 Lexus IS 300 AWD F sport, and both companies gave me uncomfortable… --- ## [1999 Buick LeSabre - Hard starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-buick-lesabre-hard-starting/172709)
**Author:** [@Jeffelartista](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeffelartista)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-buick-lesabre-hard-starting/172709 "2020-11-30T18:01:36Z")
Hard to start in morning. Fine rest of day. Fine even when I shut it off after 30 seconds after it finally starts for 1st time. Has brand new battery. All fuses ok except one for trunk makes testing device flash, but no… --- ## [Engine oil won't drian](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-wont-drian/23459)
**Author:** [@jprindle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jprindle)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 4:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-wont-drian/23459 "2020-11-30T16:12:32Z")
The oil is warm, car is level, plug out, loosened filler cap, engine oil still won't drain? Anyone know why? --- ## [Where would you start?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-would-you-start/172810)
**Author:** [@Scott-262](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scott-262)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-would-you-start/172810 "2020-11-30T13:38:53Z")
Hello: I have a 1989 Dodge Ram utility truck, V-6. It has been stalling out randomly. First: The bottom radiator hose slips off, I have reconnected and placed a death grip on the clamp, I am hoping that is the fix for th… --- ## [Modifications to 2007 Chevy Trailblazer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/modifications-to-2007-chevy-trailblazer/172140)
**Author:** [@botard89](https://community.cartalk.com/u/botard89)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 8:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/modifications-to-2007-chevy-trailblazer/172140 "2020-11-30T08:49:19Z")
Hey all. Wanting to get more HP or better performance out of the 4.2L I6 in this 2007 Chevy Trailblazer. Any ideas that might be worth pursuing? I saw where people have mention the pcm4less, or something like that, but I… --- ## [1993 Toyota Camry doesn't want to start in wet conditions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-toyota-camry-doesnt-want-to-start-in-wet-conditions/172773)
**Author:** [@SteveD2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveD2)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-toyota-camry-doesnt-want-to-start-in-wet-conditions/172773 "2020-11-30T05:46:39Z")
Starts fine when it’s dry out but doesn’t want to start when it’s wet & drizzly (btw: in Seattle, wet & drizzly is our winter thing). The engine spins fine & fast for as long as the battery holds out but doesn’t “catch”… --- ## [2004 Pontiac Grand Am transmission has started to slip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-am-transmission-has-started-to-slip/172817)
**Author:** [@106000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/106000)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2020, 3:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-am-transmission-has-started-to-slip/172817 "2020-11-30T03:15:53Z")
transmission started to slip an jerks. --- ## [Ford Ranger 2001 Lean on Bank 1](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger-2001-lean-on-bank-1/172798)
**Author:** [@Michaela.osgood1313\_172630](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michaela.osgood1313_172630)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger-2001-lean-on-bank-1/172798 "2020-11-29T22:55:11Z")
Hello, I have a 2001 Ford Ranger. It is a 4.0 and has a little over 200,000 miles on it. I have spent more money on mechanics that havent fixed the issue then the truck is probably worth. I have fixed the spark plugs, sp… --- ## [2009 Dodge Ram 1500 - Gas light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-dodge-ram-1500-gas-light/172806)
**Author:** [@nancy20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nancy20)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-dodge-ram-1500-gas-light/172806 "2020-11-29T22:03:50Z")
have a dodge ram 150 engine light @gas light on --- ## [2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 front wheel clicks when turning left](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-silverado-1500-front-wheel-clicks-when-turning-left/172793)
**Author:** [@JohnP39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnP39)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-silverado-1500-front-wheel-clicks-when-turning-left/172793 "2020-11-29T19:41:24Z")
front driver wheel makes a clicking nose when turning left --- ## [2011 Hyundai Accent - Squeal/whistle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-accent-squeal-whistle/172808)
**Author:** [@adrian.loder\_172636](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adrian.loder_172636)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 7:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-accent-squeal-whistle/172808 "2020-11-29T19:13:45Z")
Good morning - I have a question about a noise my '11 Hyundai Accent started making about a month ago, when the weather here started getting colder. Sometimes when I first start the car, the first few turns - which are … --- ## [2002 Jeep Liberty headlights and wipers not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-liberty-headlights-and-wipers-not-working/172803)
**Author:** [@robbie42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/robbie42)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 6:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-liberty-headlights-and-wipers-not-working/172803 "2020-11-29T18:51:59Z")
head light and wipers not working --- ## [2009 Chrysler Town & Country's front brakes lock and get hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chrysler-town-countrys-front-brakes-lock-and-get-hot/172797)
**Author:** [@johnrummel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnrummel)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chrysler-town-countrys-front-brakes-lock-and-get-hot/172797 "2020-11-29T18:36:37Z")
brakes in front locking up and geting hot --- ## [2016 Honda CR-V right rear clunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-cr-v-right-rear-clunk/172765)
**Author:** [@AllenJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AllenJ)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 6:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-cr-v-right-rear-clunk/172765 "2020-11-29T18:04:58Z")
clunking sound coming from the right rear when going over uneven roads. had strusts replaced twice, sway bar bushings and sway bar links. sound is still ther. --- ## [2017 Honda Fit - Quality vs. location](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-fit-quality-vs-location/172719)
**Author:** [@wooz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wooz)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-fit-quality-vs-location/172719 "2020-11-29T17:40:20Z")
I own a 2013 Fit made in Japan. How’s the quality compared to the Fit’s made in Mexico with the CVT? The one that I’m looking at is rebuilt for ~10K. --- ## [2013 Ford Explorer with transmission leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-explorer-with-transmission-leak/172790)
**Author:** [@nblack3636\_172625](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nblack3636_172625)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 2:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-explorer-with-transmission-leak/172790 "2020-11-29T14:06:58Z")
I recently bought a 2013 Ford Explorer xlt four wheel drive. It started to have a surge while driving and I checked the transmission fluid and it was two quarts low. I have looked everywhere under it and there is no sign… --- ## [Towing for plowing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-for-plowing/154031)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 1:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-for-plowing/154031 "2020-11-29T13:15:51Z")
our city tows cars on street for snow emergencies. usually $250 with tow/impound/ticket. how about city having tow companies move the cars from bad side of street to good side? and send owner a bill for $50? and pay tow … --- ## [Detroit Institute of the Arts' new auto exhibit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/detroit-institute-of-the-arts-new-auto-exhibit/172747)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 2:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/detroit-institute-of-the-arts-new-auto-exhibit/172747 "2020-11-29T02:36:32Z")
--- ## [The Tesla that exploded](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-tesla-that-exploded/172730)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-tesla-that-exploded/172730 "2020-11-29T02:24:20Z")
Police in Corvallis, Oregon, said Dylan Milota was high on marijuana when he crashed the 2019 Tesla S he was driving at more than 100 mph into a utility pole on Nov. 17, breaking the pole and spraying hundreds of small b… --- ## [2014 Cadillac SRX won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-cadillac-srx-wont-start/172777)
**Author:** [@phurl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/phurl)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-cadillac-srx-wont-start/172777 "2020-11-29T00:37:02Z")
Vehicle will not start --- ## [Air Bag Warning Light 2012 Sonata](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-bag-warning-light-2012-sonata/172679)
**Author:** [@Roger-The-Shrubber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger-The-Shrubber)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-bag-warning-light-2012-sonata/172679 "2020-11-29T00:03:10Z")
A light came on in my 2012 Sonata saying “Hyundai airbag/supplemental restraint system light”. Any idea what is causing this? Is this something I could possibly fix myself? --- ## [Can't get license plates off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-get-license-plates-off/172568)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2020, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-get-license-plates-off/172568 "2020-11-28T23:47:22Z")
When renewing my car registration I was issued new license plates. The screws holding on the old plates won’t budge. I just gave the screws a good dose of WD40 both on the front side and down behind the plate at each s… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=411) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=413)