# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=64 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 65 --- ## [Brake pedal squeak/sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal-squeak-sound/197514)
**Author:** [@alen323676543](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alen323676543)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2024, 7:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal-squeak-sound/197514 "2024-10-18T19:55:09Z")
I have brand new car, 1 month old with 2500km. Since yesterday, everytime i press brake pedal, i hear this sound: What could this be? Should i take car to maintenance? --- ## [Final year project ideas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/final-year-project-ideas/197645)
**Author:** [@karunarathnathasiru\_191561](https://community.cartalk.com/u/karunarathnathasiru_191561)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2024, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/final-year-project-ideas/197645 "2024-10-18T18:09:48Z")
Guys help me with some ideas for my bachelors final year project about IC engines or anything related to automobiles. --- ## [Goldfinger's magic cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/goldfingers-magic-cars/197655)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/goldfingers-magic-cars/197655 "2024-10-17T21:21:13Z")
I watched ‘Goldfinger’ for the first time in 60 years recently. (Looking for the scene in which Goldfinger gives Oddjob a cat to eat, which, apparently, isn’t in the movie, only in the book. I never read the book so I do… --- ## [2008 Honda Element - Needs rust rehab](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-element-needs-rust-rehab/197601)
**Author:** [@Element\_help](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Element_help)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 6:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-element-needs-rust-rehab/197601 "2024-10-17T18:17:04Z")
I have a 2008 Honda Element that needs full electrical repairs and some underbody work due to rust. Anyone knows of shops near Central Mass or RI that does this kind of work? The car hasn’t been driven since 2018. --- ## [Knock sound when cold start But goes away. Turn off the engine and back on. It came back and wont be gone](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knock-sound-when-cold-start-but-goes-away-turn-off-the-engine-and-back-on-it-came-back-and-wont-be-gone/197650)
**Author:** [@markanntonitgallego\_191617](https://community.cartalk.com/u/markanntonitgallego_191617)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 3:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knock-sound-when-cold-start-but-goes-away-turn-off-the-engine-and-back-on-it-came-back-and-wont-be-gone/197650 "2024-10-17T15:54:39Z")
I having an issue with my triton 2007. manual with 4d56u engine. I recently hear noise about knocking or ticking sound and it knocking goes fast when I rev the engine. I noticed when cold start. there is knock but goes a… --- ## [Why doesn't my car's manual have a chart of maintenance vs. mileage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-doesnt-my-cars-manual-have-a-chart-of-maintenance-vs-mileage/110015)
**Author:** [@Toxcrusadr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toxcrusadr)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 12:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-doesnt-my-cars-manual-have-a-chart-of-maintenance-vs-mileage/110015 "2024-10-17T12:51:38Z")
I bought a 2015 Honda Civic EX last month. Now I’m an old school, change your own oil, keep a notebook in the glove compartment with dates and mileage of all maintenance done, kind of guy. I’ve owned a 78 Corolla, 90 M… --- ## [Comparing Maintenance Issues on 2 vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/comparing-maintenance-issues-on-2-vehicles/197623)
**Author:** [@brm7675](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brm7675)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/comparing-maintenance-issues-on-2-vehicles/197623 "2024-10-17T03:32:08Z")
I am considering a new car purchase. Presently I am looking at a 2020 Ford EcoSport SE SUV with 32000 miles or a 2019 Hyundai Kona SEL SUV with 37000 miles. Both are about the same price. My question is from a mainte… --- ## [2019 GMC Canyon - Consumes oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-gmc-canyon-consumes-oil/197635)
**Author:** [@2019Denali](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2019Denali)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 1:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-gmc-canyon-consumes-oil/197635 "2024-10-17T01:55:20Z")
Uses one quart of oil, approximately every 2000 miles. Any suggestions on how to remedy it? Do not. appear to be smoking. --- ## [Ford street ka O2 failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-street-ka-o2-failure/197592)
**Author:** [@Pug1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pug1)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-street-ka-o2-failure/197592 "2024-10-16T21:27:16Z")
Hi all again. Got a ford street ka that’s really annoying me. Had it for a long time now and a underlying issue is starting to terrorise me, the cars been with me for ages as it was my first car and I’ve kept it ever sin… --- ## [1992 Ford Mustang - Sounds bumpy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-ford-mustang-sounds-bumpy/197587)
**Author:** [@NEALFPIGORSCH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NEALFPIGORSCH)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-ford-mustang-sounds-bumpy/197587 "2024-10-16T20:00:08Z")
on my 1992 mustang when i’m going down the road it sounds like i have a bump, bump, bump --- ## [2014 Ford E150 - AC - Where do I start?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-e150-ac-where-do-i-start/197597)
**Author:** [@JAyb45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JAyb45)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-e150-ac-where-do-i-start/197597 "2024-10-16T19:25:11Z")
What can I do to get the AC/defrost working again? It used to work intermittently but now it does not work at all --- ## [2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Motor mount troubles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-jeep-grand-cherokee-motor-mount-troubles/197633)
**Author:** [@MaryStone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaryStone)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-jeep-grand-cherokee-motor-mount-troubles/197633 "2024-10-16T19:20:00Z")
motor mount in my 2021 jeep grand cherokee still having problem. --- ## [Cameras to place on or around truck when parked in remote locations?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cameras-to-place-on-or-around-truck-when-parked-in-remote-locations/197612)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cameras-to-place-on-or-around-truck-when-parked-in-remote-locations/197612 "2024-10-16T19:17:39Z")
I often enjoy hiking and kayaking in remote locations. Trailheads and boat ramps seem to be getting increasingly sketchy with shady people meeting to conduct drug deals, use drugs, and have sex. There has also been the… --- ## [Auto parts stores, today](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-parts-stores-today/197436)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-parts-stores-today/197436 "2024-10-16T14:58:45Z")
I copied this from another site, but I think it sums-up the auto parts experience very well: Walk in to local Auto Parts Store. Counter person Bill asks “May I help you?” I reply “Yes, I’m looking for a suspension bush… --- ## [Rough Ride Toyota Venza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-ride-toyota-venza/76746)
**Author:** [@TACNJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TACNJ)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-ride-toyota-venza/76746 "2024-10-16T14:31:43Z")
I recently purchased a 2010 Toyota Venza. I unfortunately did not test drive it enough to realize how rough a ride it has. Thinking that something was wrong I brought it back and was told that it is normal and the Venz… --- ## [This is the second screw in my tire and this time it looks suspicious](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-is-the-second-screw-in-my-tire-and-this-time-it-looks-suspicious/197618)
**Author:** [@itouring2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/itouring2010)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 8:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-is-the-second-screw-in-my-tire-and-this-time-it-looks-suspicious/197618 "2024-10-15T20:27:17Z")
is this possibly sabotage? no leak when discovered. when i tried to unscrew the screw its actually a long screw. my point is that if the screw lodged itself on road wouldnt it cause immediate pressure loss? seemingly… --- ## [2000 Buick Century - Key quandary](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-buick-century-key-quandary/197625)
**Author:** [@Barbherding](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barbherding)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 7:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-buick-century-key-quandary/197625 "2024-10-15T19:49:19Z")
Have two keys one will start the car, but the other one won’t, but they both unlock it. --- ## [2019 Nissan Altima - Help with O2 sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-altima-help-with-o2-sensor/197603)
**Author:** [@BobPowell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BobPowell)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-altima-help-with-o2-sensor/197603 "2024-10-15T19:19:54Z")
coded mass air flo problems so i replaced the maf sensor and bank 1 o2sensor. Has no power at all like 10mph. Going to check for vacuume leaks next anyone have any ideas.Runs in limp mode i guess. I took the o2sensor o… --- ## [Puzzling Puzzler Answer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzling-puzzler-answer/197611)
**Author:** [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 9:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzling-puzzler-answer/197611 "2024-10-15T09:16:47Z")
Can anyone explain this answer? I don’t get it: Could Be Right | Car Talk --- ## [What contributed to light trucks and SUVs becoming more popular than cars in the USA?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-contributed-to-light-trucks-and-suvs-becoming-more-popular-than-cars-in-the-usa/197546)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-contributed-to-light-trucks-and-suvs-becoming-more-popular-than-cars-in-the-usa/197546 "2024-10-15T04:47:27Z")
Open discussion. Here are some reasons I’ve heard so far. This transition away from cars isn’t happening \[correction from texases: as much\] in Europe. The automotive industry has pushed the market toward pickups and SUV… --- ## [2019 Tacoma makes shhhppp noise at 2pm or when pressing on gas pedal when idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-tacoma-makes-shhhppp-noise-at-2pm-or-when-pressing-on-gas-pedal-when-idle/197580)
**Author:** [@Dreadbolt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dreadbolt)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-tacoma-makes-shhhppp-noise-at-2pm-or-when-pressing-on-gas-pedal-when-idle/197580 "2024-10-14T21:17:20Z")
Hey there i got this toyota taco 2019 4 cyl and just go some new used tires and a dealership maintenance not to long ago. I noticed when i press on the pedal quickly i here a shhppp like rubbing noise from the engine bay… --- ## [Can a bad alternator cause parasitic draw?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-bad-alternator-cause-parasitic-draw/184400)
**Author:** [@squeamishossifrage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/squeamishossifrage)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-bad-alternator-cause-parasitic-draw/184400 "2024-10-14T19:05:53Z")
I bought a used 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 a few years ago, and for the first 15 months I had no trouble with parasitic draw or dead batteries or anything - I use one of those 150-Watt AC-to-DC power inverter strip in my center… --- ## [Locking bumpers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locking-bumpers/197452)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locking-bumpers/197452 "2024-10-14T18:22:38Z")
In the 60’s and 70’s, I used to hear quite frequently about other cars locking their bumpers. Annoying problem apparently, as neither car can move until they get unlocked, with seemed to involve the car owners jumpin… --- ## [How is your 2008 RAV4 holding up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-is-your-2008-rav4-holding-up/197552)
**Author:** [@Car\_Talk\_Social\_Media\_Web\_Lackey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Car_Talk_Social_Media_Web_Lackey)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-is-your-2008-rav4-holding-up/197552 "2024-10-14T17:42:53Z")
Hey folks, we are posting this donor story today on social media. We don’t have the mileage or specifics on what needed work (beyond tires). Curious if others are driving 2008 RAV4s today and what your experience has bee… --- ## [Exhaust mufflers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-mufflers/197573)
**Author:** [@karunarathnathasiru\_191561](https://community.cartalk.com/u/karunarathnathasiru_191561)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-mufflers/197573 "2024-10-14T16:45:35Z")
In many exhaust mufflers, condensation occurs due to high exhaust gases, which results in water forming beneath the muffler body. This eventually results in rusting, which leads to a lower muffler’s life span. So why don… --- ## [Some vehicle engines have no oil dipstick - heard on the radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/some-vehicle-engines-have-no-oil-dipstick-heard-on-the-radio/196431)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 4:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/some-vehicle-engines-have-no-oil-dipstick-heard-on-the-radio/196431 "2024-10-14T16:11:11Z")
True? Sensors to detect low or no oil? Dash indicators? Thank you. --- ## [Where is the oil going in my 2003 Avalanche?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-is-the-oil-going-in-my-2003-avalanche/76290)
**Author:** [@kinetix](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kinetix)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 12:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-is-the-oil-going-in-my-2003-avalanche/76290 "2024-10-14T12:00:06Z")
My 2003 Avalanche (5.3L) suddenly started losing oil, 2 quarts since my last oil change (3,000 mi). There is no evidence of it leaking and no apparent smoking, so when I went to get my oil changed today I was telling my … --- ## [Increase nightime vision](https://community.cartalk.com/t/increase-nightime-vision/197585)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 7:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/increase-nightime-vision/197585 "2024-10-14T07:53:45Z")
I would like to improve my night time vision. Car manufacturers seem to think that cars need “aircraft landing lights” on their cars. I use some yellow glasses to improve my night vision, but they were fairly cheap. I… --- ## [‘Man gets out of DUI by chugging alcohol during traffic stop’](https://community.cartalk.com/t/man-gets-out-of-dui-by-chugging-alcohol-during-traffic-stop/197595)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/man-gets-out-of-dui-by-chugging-alcohol-during-traffic-stop/197595 "2024-10-14T03:24:29Z")
‘A man was cleared of DUI charges after a court said they could not determine if he was drunk while driving, since he drank a bottle of alcohol after being pulled over.’ ‘Wait wait, don't tell me’ used this story. --- ## [Do mechanics avoid expensive vehicles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-mechanics-avoid-expensive-vehicles/197548)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-mechanics-avoid-expensive-vehicles/197548 "2024-10-14T00:20:22Z")
I’ve met several car mechanics and made great friends along the way in the car industry, and I’ve also observed to the brand and kind of vehicles they drive. And, maybe it’s just me, I noticed mechanics often drive pre… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=63) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=65)