# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=8 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 9 --- ## [Noise while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-while-driving/205729)
**Author:** [@Davidgonzalez542\_192457](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Davidgonzalez542_192457)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2026, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-while-driving/205729 "2026-05-26T13:34:33Z")
I drive a 2016 Toyota Camry SE - 2.5L I4 (2AR-FE). Last week I was driving when this happened. You can hear the noise in the attached video. I’ve never heard this sound before, and it hasn’t happened again since. As soo… --- ## [Brake design](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-design/205725)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2026, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-design/205725 "2026-05-25T20:10:25Z")
Bigger rotors but pads leave 1/2” bare on rotor. New rotors look odd and old rotors have same wear pattern. Why not bigger pads? Inside/outside pads are identical in size/steel part. It’s for a Honda. Dosent anyone make … --- ## [All New 2027 Highlander EV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-new-2027-highlander-ev/205455)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2026, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-new-2027-highlander-ev/205455 "2026-05-25T01:23:36Z")
Sometime in the next few years I’ll probably have to buy a new vehicle. I love my 2014 Highlander, and I was considering buying another one in the next few years. However, it seems that starting in 2027 Toyota will only … --- ## [For Firebird fans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/for-firebird-fans/205709)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/for-firebird-fans/205709 "2026-05-24T18:43:06Z")
This doesn’t interest me, but if you’re yearning for a '70s era TransAm, you might want to buy some lottery tickets. https://store.punch4parkinsons.org/products/tickets-7for1-bandit-fb?utm\_source=Facebook&utm\_medium=P… --- ## [Kyle Busch death cause](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kyle-busch-death-cause/205719)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 11:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kyle-busch-death-cause/205719 "2026-05-24T11:19:01Z")
The autopsy for Kyle Busch shows that he died from severe pneumonia and sepsis, undoubtedly brought on by the pneumonia. Surely a tragedy, and maybe a preventable one. If he had sought medical attention earlier, the pneu… --- ## [Hyundai SUVs could suddenly brake on their own. List of recalled models](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-suvs-could-suddenly-brake-on-their-own-list-of-recalled-models/205722)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-suvs-could-suddenly-brake-on-their-own-list-of-recalled-models/205722 "2026-05-24T02:22:37Z")
https://www.9news.com/article/news/nation-world/hyundai-suvs-recall-braking-system-automatic-emergency-vehicle-issue/507-1b4baa1a-ea3c-45b2-8dd7-d9493d12f0d2 --- ## [Chrysler and Jaguar/land rover announced a partnership](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-and-jaguar-land-rover-announced-a-partnership/205706)
**Author:** [@wolyrobb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wolyrobb)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2026, 2:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-and-jaguar-land-rover-announced-a-partnership/205706 "2026-05-23T14:48:47Z")
Still in the early stages but announced today. Us production for jlr is one possible outcome what could possibly go wrong? :grin: --- ## [Geely’s Galaxy M9](https://community.cartalk.com/t/geely-s-galaxy-m9/205500)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/geely-s-galaxy-m9/205500 "2026-05-22T23:04:05Z")
This is why you can’t buy Chinese EVs in the US. It’s ready for prime time here and would sell at an attractive price. Artificially inflated price is the main reason we won’t see this and other Chinese EVs soon. Would yo… --- ## [When it rains it pours, car trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-it-rains-it-pours-car-trouble/205685)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-it-rains-it-pours-car-trouble/205685 "2026-05-22T21:01:26Z")
So last week my side detection on 2017 GMC Acadia Ltd had a service soon. Made an appointment for Tuesday. So today battery completely dead, have a jump starter and could get a little revolution but not enough to turn ov… --- ## [How Long Before Lack of Replacement Parts Forces a Vehicle Out of Service?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-before-lack-of-replacement-parts-forces-a-vehicle-out-of-service/204950)
**Author:** [@kcac\_1\_157641](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kcac_1_157641)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-before-lack-of-replacement-parts-forces-a-vehicle-out-of-service/204950 "2026-05-22T20:55:20Z")
The rubber air intake duct rotted on our 2005 Pontiac Vibe. The part is no longer available new. I have located a couple locally at recycling yards, so this should be easily resolved. However, the mechanic who services o… --- ## [Indycar Racing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/indycar-racing/137515)
**Author:** [@oldtimer-11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldtimer-11)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/indycar-racing/137515 "2026-05-22T16:21:29Z")
I looked st this years schedule, 12 road courses, 5 ovals. The bravery decreases again. Sigh… I wish the IRL was still around. --- ## [What all to take from a car before a junkyard hauls it away?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-all-to-take-from-a-car-before-a-junkyard-hauls-it-away/205701)
**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-all-to-take-from-a-car-before-a-junkyard-hauls-it-away/205701 "2026-05-22T00:25:24Z")
I am, of course talking about parts of the car itself, not the license plates and personal effects. The car is a 2002 Daewoo Lanos. It is being junked because the engine failed (the cylinder head cracked), and I decide… --- ## [If you own a 2022 Mitsubishi "Outlandish"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-a-2022-mitsubishi-outlandish/205711)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2026, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-a-2022-mitsubishi-outlandish/205711 "2026-05-21T17:29:27Z")
… you may be eligible for a settlement, for repairs to the defective hood: --- ## [The Truck May Have "Wade Mode...", but it needed "Swim Mode..." 😉](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-truck-may-have-wade-mode-but-it-needed-swim-mode/205705)
**Author:** [@LoudThunder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoudThunder)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2026, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-truck-may-have-wade-mode-but-it-needed-swim-mode/205705 "2026-05-20T23:29:42Z")
I guess some follks like to learn the hard way… “Let’s se what this baby can do…” (Famous Last Words…) :rofl: --- ## [Car Stalls at lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalls-at-lights/205666)
**Author:** [@fridaynightbingo\_182276](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fridaynightbingo_182276)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 2:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalls-at-lights/205666 "2026-05-19T14:48:11Z")
I have a 2009 Pontiac Vibe, It seems to run fine on the highway but is struggling with stop and go traffic. When at stop lights, or trying to accelerate from a stop the engine jolts and cuts off. The engine has also shut… --- ## [Spare tire 60 PSI](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-tire-60-psi/180257)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2026, 9:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-tire-60-psi/180257 "2026-05-18T21:57:46Z")
Got a tire pressure warning, spare in door jamb .isted at 60 psi, even stamped on the full size spare 60 PSI. New to me, I wonder why. It is not monitored for pressure. Curiously 3 tires were at 30, and one was 33, reco… --- ## [Let's help our Moderators .... ah ..... moderate!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-help-our-moderators-ah-moderate/205617)
**Author:** [@CapriRacer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CapriRacer)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2026, 9:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-help-our-moderators-ah-moderate/205617 "2026-05-18T09:53:09Z")
To that effect: Let’s list the reasons we think posts should be removed. I’ll go first! Not staying on topic. You know, discussing post removals instead of tire legislation. --- ## [Brake master cylinder seals for Chinese ev trike](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-master-cylinder-seals-for-chinese-ev-trike/205699)
**Author:** [@Josephc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josephc)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2026, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-master-cylinder-seals-for-chinese-ev-trike/205699 "2026-05-17T21:43:38Z")
I have a 07 zap xebra truck. The seal at the rear of the master cylinder has given up and leaks fluid into the cab floor. I removed the maser cylinder and have disassembled. Problem is the there are no parts available fo… --- ## [The return of the "affordable" new car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-return-of-the-affordable-new-car/205689)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2026, 3:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-return-of-the-affordable-new-car/205689 "2026-05-17T03:47:32Z")
The good news is that Stellantis is slated to sell it in the $20k range. The potential bad news is that it might simply be another recycled Fiat design. https://www.motor1.com/news/795622/chrysler-affordable-future-mod… --- ## [NissanAltima](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissanaltima/62690)
**Author:** [@garykg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garykg)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2026, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissanaltima/62690 "2026-05-16T23:13:21Z")
Push button wont start car and is stranded at a rest area. How to reset, tricks, etc to get it to crank --- ## [Dealing with delivery robots](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealing-with-delivery-robots/205682)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealing-with-delivery-robots/205682 "2026-05-15T23:39:37Z")
Cars could easily crush one of these little machines, but it appears that cyclists (and pedestrians?) might not be so lucky when it comes to encounters with these devices. https://www.nj.com/hudson/2026/05/sidewalks-are… --- ## [Where Is Bank 1, Sensor 2 O2 Sensor on 2000 Buick Century 3.1 L Engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-is-bank-1-sensor-2-o2-sensor-on-2000-buick-century-3-1-l-engine/205672)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 3:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-is-bank-1-sensor-2-o2-sensor-on-2000-buick-century-3-1-l-engine/205672 "2026-05-15T15:11:22Z")
I have the trouble code titled Bank 1 Sensor 2 O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction. Can someone tell me what this means, where this O2 sensor is in my car, and what has to be done? It doesn’t sound like the trouble is i… --- ## [Frayed Battery Ground Strap Almost Down To Its Last Strand!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frayed-battery-ground-strap-almost-down-to-its-last-strand/205669)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frayed-battery-ground-strap-almost-down-to-its-last-strand/205669 "2026-05-14T22:08:13Z")
This 2016 Kia Rio has a a seriously corroded and frayed braided geoundstrap! I now have replaced it. --- ## [A police cruiser from 1958](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-police-cruiser-from-1958/205647)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-police-cruiser-from-1958/205647 "2026-05-14T19:05:46Z")
The Police Unity Tour passed through my town yesterday, and for the first time, it included a vintage police car. --- ## [If you own certain BMW models](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-certain-bmw-models/205665)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 2:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-certain-bmw-models/205665 "2026-05-14T14:24:49Z")
… and if you experienced water leaks from the shark fin antenna, you could be eligible for a cash settlement. This applies to 2019 to 2020 BMW X3, X4, X5, X6, and X7 models. --- ## [Fuel pump and/or relay?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-and-or-relay/205633)
**Author:** [@ef0118\_196648](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ef0118_196648)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 2:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-and-or-relay/205633 "2026-05-14T14:22:18Z")
I drive a 2004 Ford Ranger, which I’ve had for the life of the truck. For a few years, I’ve had the CEL on more often than not, usually for codes related to oxygen sensors and cat converter. I’ve taken the truck to a co… --- ## [Finding Tucker #51](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-tucker-51/205662)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 1:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-tucker-51/205662 "2026-05-14T13:24:42Z")
--- ## [Lone Tree, Colorado, preschool evacuated after Cybertruck crashes into it, catches fire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lone-tree-colorado-preschool-evacuated-after-cybertruck-crashes-into-it-catches-fire/205663)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lone-tree-colorado-preschool-evacuated-after-cybertruck-crashes-into-it-catches-fire/205663 "2026-05-14T03:48:54Z")
Lone Tree preschool evacuated after car crashes into it? https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/lone-tree-preschool-fire/73-f991580d-24f2-4cb9-81d8-9de0217d073f?tbref=hp --- ## [Ethanol Content in Gasoline](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol-content-in-gasoline/71863)
**Author:** [@OmegaMan62](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OmegaMan62)\ **Replies:** 93\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol-content-in-gasoline/71863 "2026-05-13T19:37:41Z")
My concern today is about the percentage of ethanol added to gasoline, up to 10% Ethanol Content is what most gas pumps display, and have for a number of years. The latest, which I've heard on the radio, is that the etha… --- ## [California’s proposed new tire regulations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/california-s-proposed-new-tire-regulations/205562)
**Author:** [@CapriRacer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CapriRacer)\ **Replies:** 119\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 5:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/california-s-proposed-new-tire-regulations/205562 "2026-05-13T17:22:32Z")
On Friday, April 24, 2026, the California Energy Commission issued its proposed new tire regulations for tires sold in California. The new regulations would require passenger car and light truck tires to meet a maximum … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=7) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=9)