# Latest

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## [Is dealership obligated?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-dealership-obligated/195297)

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**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\
**Replies:** 86\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2024, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-dealership-obligated/195297 "2024-07-10T20:19:25Z")

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Age seems to be a “thing” in the news these days. I though of this related car-related hypothetical question. The 90+ year old potential buyer arrives at a dealership by taxi. After talking to the sales-staff, they c…

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## [Practical Jokes played by Fathers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/practical-jokes-played-by-fathers/195298)

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**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2024, 2:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/practical-jokes-played-by-fathers/195298 "2024-07-10T02:01:53Z")

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As a kid my dad liked to tease me if I asked too many questions. One time I asked him what a dashboard button was for — the icon was a circle — and he said it was for the car’s secret “overdrive” mode … lol …

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## [Modern cars spy on your sex life?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/modern-cars-spy-on-your-sex-life/192787)

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**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\
**Replies:** 50\
**Last updated:** [July 9, 2024, 8:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/modern-cars-spy-on-your-sex-life/192787 "2024-07-09T20:22:39Z")

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So says the Mozilla foundation It’s Official: Cars Are the Worst Product Category We Have Ever Reviewed for Privacy “\[Modern cars\] can collect super intimate information about you – from your medical information, you…

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## [Volt trunk repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volt-trunk-repair/195299)

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**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 8, 2024, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volt-trunk-repair/195299 "2024-07-08T18:47:21Z")

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My nephew just arrived for the weekend and the trunk latch hook is loose. It’s held in place by a couple of torx screws and they are both loose. We need to remove the plastic fascia peel that covers it to gain access to …

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## [2011 Toyota Camry Strange AC Failing Symptoms](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-camry-strange-ac-failing-symptoms/195292)

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**Author:** [@ArgosNoble](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArgosNoble)\
**Replies:** 30\
**Last updated:** [July 9, 2024, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-camry-strange-ac-failing-symptoms/195292 "2024-07-09T16:02:54Z")

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Hello All! I have a 2011 Toyota Camry LE 2.5L 4Cyl. 2ARFE Engine. My AC seems to be failing. It wont blow cool air even if the ambient temperature is 82F even if I drive the car for like 45 minutes. But I stumbled on …

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## [Can’t Find EGR Valve](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-t-find-egr-valve/195300)

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**Author:** [@tidbito\_183342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tidbito_183342)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [July 9, 2024, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-t-find-egr-valve/195300 "2024-07-09T03:39:44Z")

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Have a 2022 Nissan Rogue S AWD. Throwing a P04AF code. Was running a little sluggish this week but wasn’t coding until today. Want to pull the EGR and try and clean it but I can’t for the life of me find the stupid thin…

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## [Fireworks kill driver](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fireworks-kill-driver/195304)

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**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 9, 2024, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fireworks-kill-driver/195304 "2024-07-09T02:07:59Z")

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https://www.startribune.com/high-speed-crash-in-st-paul-sets-off-fireworks-inside-car-ignites-fire-that-kills-driver/600379140/ Did driver lose control while setting off fireworks or after?

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## [2010 Toyota Camry Intermittent A/C Not Working/Blowing Cold Issue - Fix may apply to many other vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-camry-intermittent-a-c-not-working-blowing-cold-issue-fix-may-apply-to-many-other-vehicles/195305)

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**Author:** [@STZ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/STZ)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 8, 2024, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-camry-intermittent-a-c-not-working-blowing-cold-issue-fix-may-apply-to-many-other-vehicles/195305 "2024-07-08T21:04:44Z")

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\*\*I had a very intermittent/random “A/C not blowing cold” problem that progressively became worse over a ~6 month period; When the A/C worked, it was ~40 degrees out the vents. When you least expected it, and needed it,…

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## [Water fluid washer costs $5 for summer brand and $6 for all season](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-fluid-washer-costs-5-for-summer-brand-and-6-for-all-season/195286)

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**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\
**Replies:** 81\
**Last updated:** [July 8, 2024, 4:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-fluid-washer-costs-5-for-summer-brand-and-6-for-all-season/195286 "2024-07-08T16:53:01Z")

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Not just too long ago, I could get water fluid washer for just $$1,99 at Walmart, advance auto and auto zone. The price would be higher at gas stations ( $3). I needed to refill today and, yea — $5 plus tax for the bl…

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## [Oil leaking on spark plugs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leaking-on-spark-plugs/195210)

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**Author:** [@919Blazer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/919Blazer)\
**Replies:** 33\
**Last updated:** [July 8, 2024, 4:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leaking-on-spark-plugs/195210 "2024-07-08T04:52:23Z")

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I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4 cyl with 214,000 miles. A few days ago my car was running rough and I got a misfire code. I opened the cover and took out the spark plugs and a few of them got oil on them. It looks l…

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## [Happy independence day](https://community.cartalk.com/t/happy-independence-day/195291)

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**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [July 7, 2024, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/happy-independence-day/195291 "2024-07-07T02:05:07Z")

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## [Is "Going for a ride" still a common family entertainment?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-going-for-a-ride-still-a-common-family-entertainment/195273)

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**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\
**Replies:** 34\
**Last updated:** [July 7, 2024, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-going-for-a-ride-still-a-common-family-entertainment/195273 "2024-07-07T00:47:43Z")

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Our family used to do that most every weekend, for years. But we stopped all unnecessary trips about 10 years ago, mostly due to the rising price of gasoline, and to a lesser extent, the cost of repairing and maintainin…

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## [2017 Ford Explorer - How can I update GPS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-explorer-how-can-i-update-gps/195279)

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**Author:** [@Lilly23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lilly23)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [July 6, 2024, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-explorer-how-can-i-update-gps/195279 "2024-07-06T19:24:55Z")

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How can update the GPS

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## [2014 Chevrolet Impala - Needs plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-impala-needs-plugs/195259)

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**Author:** [@gregmcfarland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gregmcfarland)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 6, 2024, 3:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-impala-needs-plugs/195259 "2024-07-06T15:03:41Z")

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2014 chevy impala needs spark plugs replaced

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## [Car Jolt Forward While Braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-jolt-forward-while-braking/195294)

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**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 5, 2024, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-jolt-forward-while-braking/195294 "2024-07-05T21:40:23Z")

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2013 Subaru Forester Recently did all four sets of brake pads and rotors. Newer calipers. Have driven maybe 300 miles since. Car is jolting or leaping forward a little while braking. Slight vibration in steering wheel.…

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## [80% discount on brand-new SUVs!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/80-discount-on-brand-new-suvs/195296)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 5, 2024, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/80-discount-on-brand-new-suvs/195296 "2024-07-05T18:01:25Z")

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That’s the good news. The bad news is that the hugely-discounted vehicles are Fiskers, which will not have technical support from the bankrupt manufacturer.

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## [The new Kenworth SuperTruck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-kenworth-supertruck/195119)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [July 5, 2024, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-kenworth-supertruck/195119 "2024-07-05T16:51:03Z")

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… is a good example of what advanced engineering can accomplish. This diesel-hybrid Tractor achieves fuel mileage equivalent to an American sedan of the '60s/'70s.

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## [Fire-up the Tucker!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fire-up-the-tucker/195293)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 5, 2024, 4:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fire-up-the-tucker/195293 "2024-07-05T04:37:50Z")

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The last Tucker engine is fired-up for the first time in over 70 years.

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## [Dave Sattem, 77, dies in accident just after winning drag race](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dave-sattem-77-dies-in-accident-just-after-winning-drag-race/195295)

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**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 5, 2024, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dave-sattem-77-dies-in-accident-just-after-winning-drag-race/195295 "2024-07-05T00:03:58Z")

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## [Are any vehicles affected by Y2K38? It's now less than 14 years until January 19, 2038](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-any-vehicles-affected-by-y2k38-its-now-less-than-14-years-until-january-19-2038/195271)

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**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [July 4, 2024, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-any-vehicles-affected-by-y2k38-its-now-less-than-14-years-until-january-19-2038/195271 "2024-07-04T21:07:56Z")

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On January 19, 2038, many current computer systems that are using the signed 32-bit UNIX time system will malfunction. 64-bit architectures, and some newer 32-bit ones, are not affected. The popular x86 and ARM systems a…

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## [The use of or even the need for a Socketed Speed Wrench](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-use-of-or-even-the-need-for-a-socketed-speed-wrench/195285)

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**Author:** [@LoudThunder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoudThunder)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 4, 2024, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-use-of-or-even-the-need-for-a-socketed-speed-wrench/195285 "2024-07-04T16:50:45Z")

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Some members have often questioned the use of or even the need for a Socket Speed Wrench… These guys are certainly putting theirs to good use… But back to Cars… I imagine that “Q” had to use a Speed W…

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## [2014 Toyota RAV4 - Rattles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-rav4-rattles/195231)

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**Author:** [@Discussed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Discussed)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 4, 2024, 4:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-rav4-rattles/195231 "2024-07-04T16:31:09Z")

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Something came loose in the sun roof of my Rav 4 and rattles every time I hit a bump. Is this common for Rav 4’s ? How difficult is it to fix ?

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## [2018 Dodge Durango - Touch screen options](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-dodge-durango-touch-screen-options/195269)

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**Author:** [@NiceguyEddie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NiceguyEddie)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 4, 2024, 1:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-dodge-durango-touch-screen-options/195269 "2024-07-04T13:20:55Z")

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Radio touch screen goes crazy. Replacing it cost $2,500. Any cheeper alternative? Thanks

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## [Low oil and misfires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-oil-and-misfires/195272)

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**Author:** [@Stinky1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stinky1)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [July 4, 2024, 4:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-oil-and-misfires/195272 "2024-07-04T04:46:16Z")

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Last week my sister was complaining about her car (09 saturn outlook) running very poorly and I told her to bring it by so I can see. Brought it over this morning and pulled the following codes. p0300, p0301, p0302, p03…

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## [2021 Nissan Rogue - Warning lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-nissan-rogue-warning-lights/195265)

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**Author:** [@DarylPeters](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DarylPeters)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2024, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-nissan-rogue-warning-lights/195265 "2024-07-03T23:14:44Z")

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All collision warning lights come on, along with alert warning and check engine light when cruise control is turned on.

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## [Calif classic cars: Is "classic" status an emissions testing loophole?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/calif-classic-cars-is-classic-status-an-emissions-testing-loophole/195274)

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**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2024, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/calif-classic-cars-is-classic-status-an-emissions-testing-loophole/195274 "2024-07-03T23:09:39Z")

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Someone recently told me they are able to bypass Calif emissions testing requirements on their 25 year old car by applying for “classic” status. Is this actually possible? Or is it an impractical scam, like regist…

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## [Drag Racing Injury](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drag-racing-injury/195256)

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**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2024, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drag-racing-injury/195256 "2024-07-03T22:34:28Z")

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About a week ago funny car legend John Force was severely injured when his car’s engine exploded as he crossed the finishing line. The race was in Virginia. I learned about it last night while I was watching a recording …

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## [Engine starts and idles fine, stumbles when acclerator is pressed quickly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-starts-and-idles-fine-stumbles-when-acclerator-is-pressed-quickly/195266)

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**Author:** [@km4hr\_147946](https://community.cartalk.com/u/km4hr_147946)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2024, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-starts-and-idles-fine-stumbles-when-acclerator-is-pressed-quickly/195266 "2024-07-03T21:24:24Z")

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1992 Mercury XR2 (Mazda 323 drivetrain). Engine starts and idles perfectly. Stumbles and sputters when accelerator is pressed quickly and won’t rev up. When accelerator is pressed very slowly engine revs up properly. Wa…

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## [I made something simple difficult](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-made-something-simple-difficult/195240)

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**Author:** [@VOLVO-V70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VOLVO-V70)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2024, 5:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-made-something-simple-difficult/195240 "2024-07-03T17:13:43Z")

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This is my first vehicle with the Hands Free rear hatch opening . I saw it work when buying this Subaru Outback . I kept failing to do it all the time . I would hold my hand in front of the emblem and sometimes it woul…

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## [Which new vehicles are the least-reliable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-new-vehicles-are-the-least-reliable/194755)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 54\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2024, 1:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-new-vehicles-are-the-least-reliable/194755 "2024-07-03T13:31:09Z")

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The worst on this guy’s list–Hyundai/Kia–probably won’t surprise many forum members. Nor would the runners-up for worst–Range Rover and Jaguar F-Pace. But, some of the others on his list might surprise some people. Al…

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