# Top **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/top.md?page=5 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 6 --- ## [Noise When Going Over Bumps After 4 New Struts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-when-going-over-bumps-after-4-new-struts/205885)
**Author:** [@pokemonyouandme123\_193319](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pokemonyouandme123_193319)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2026, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-when-going-over-bumps-after-4-new-struts/205885 "2026-06-25T18:37:21Z")
2020 Honda Accord, 120k miles on it. I hear a scrape and pop sound when going over bumps and a metal scrape when turning. Sound appeared to be mainly coming from the front and back on both sides. Dealer had said it was … --- ## [Jarring clunk into first gear - sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jarring-clunk-into-first-gear-sometimes/205629)
**Author:** [@JunkOwner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JunkOwner)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2026, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jarring-clunk-into-first-gear-sometimes/205629 "2026-06-26T14:43:14Z")
I have a 2014 Chrysler Town and Country with 76K miles. The transmission works properly most of the time. No problems shifting through the gears. Usually OK from stationary into reverse or forwrd gears. Except, occas… --- ## [The new Corvette engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-corvette-engine/206154)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2026, 1:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-corvette-engine/206154 "2026-09-05T13:36:34Z")
… will use AFM, rather than DFM, which sounds like a good design decision. --- ## [What happened here](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happened-here/205572)
**Author:** [@hannahabuata](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hannahabuata)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2026, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happened-here/205572 "2026-04-29T21:10:55Z")
2002 ford ranger 2.3 253k miles lost compression in cylinder 3 (in photo) i dont know a whole lot can someone explain what could have caused this gap between piston and cylinder wall? thanks --- ## [Ugly car award winner finalist](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ugly-car-award-winner-finalist/206175)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2026, 1:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ugly-car-award-winner-finalist/206175 "2026-09-05T01:09:00Z")
Not saying it’s the winner, but close Former math lab? Red neck special? --- ## [1999 Honda Accord Intermittent Hesitation/Stalling Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-accord-intermittent-hesitation-stalling-issues/205267)
**Author:** [@sentience](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sentience)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2026, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-accord-intermittent-hesitation-stalling-issues/205267 "2026-03-16T19:38:56Z")
Hello! I have a 1999 Honda Accord EX 4cyl automatic with 227k miles. I’ll post a more detailed description below, but here’s the tldr: my car stalled after driving about 10 miles and stalls again if I try to turn it off … --- ## [Part interchangeability between 1997 F250 LIGHT DUTY (7 lug) and 1999 F250 Super Duty (8 lug)?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/part-interchangeability-between-1997-f250-light-duty-7-lug-and-1999-f250-super-duty-8-lug/206090)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 2:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/part-interchangeability-between-1997-f250-light-duty-7-lug-and-1999-f250-super-duty-8-lug/206090 "2026-08-25T14:06:52Z")
I have the 1997 F250 Light Duty that broke down a year ago sitting here. It got busy and also none of the people I contacted to come get it were ones I wanted on my property. Anyway, I got someone reputable coming to g… --- ## [Traffic fatalities increased 15% on dates of major music album releases](https://community.cartalk.com/t/traffic-fatalities-increased-15-on-dates-of-major-music-album-releases/205499)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2026, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/traffic-fatalities-increased-15-on-dates-of-major-music-album-releases/205499 "2026-04-16T14:12:38Z")
‘Using event study analysis, we show that music streaming - an indicator for smartphone use, where streaming most often occurs - sharply increases, by nearly 40%, on dates of major music album releases, while U.S. traffi… --- ## [In car Breathalyzer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-car-breathalyzer/205365)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2026, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-car-breathalyzer/205365 "2026-03-21T13:35:40Z")
Not sure if this is happening elsewhere, but on the local news last night they had a segment of a company called Intoxalock that had a Cyberattack. Intoxalock sells in car Breathalyzers that are usually court mandated af… --- ## [Will programming new fob key invalidate chip keys?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-programming-new-fob-key-invalidate-chip-keys/205968)
**Author:** [@Ray-O\_Vac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ray-O_Vac)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 2:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-programming-new-fob-key-invalidate-chip-keys/205968 "2026-07-17T14:29:00Z")
I have a 2011 8th-gen Honda Civic with a couple transponder keys (the kind with the built-in chip) and one electronic “fob” key that has lock/unlock/panic buttons on it. My wife likes to use the fob key. Basic problem: … --- ## [Bad AC comp or add just freon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-ac-comp-or-add-just-freon/205821)
**Author:** [@realrobd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/realrobd)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2026, 6:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-ac-comp-or-add-just-freon/205821 "2026-06-06T18:32:12Z")
Blowing warm air. Compressor clutch engages when air turned on. I replaced the clutch coil last summer. Low side reading ~39 High side ~45. Low side does react (very little) when RPM is increased, high side does not. M… --- ## [Drive Without Sway bar to DIAG, Universal Subframe Adapter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-without-sway-bar-to-diag-universal-subframe-adapter/205744)
**Author:** [@pokemonyouandme123\_193319](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pokemonyouandme123_193319)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2026, 12:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-without-sway-bar-to-diag-universal-subframe-adapter/205744 "2026-06-09T12:51:49Z")
Trying to DIAG possible worn out sway bar bushings on a Honda Accord. On this car, the bushings appear to be molded/formed directly to the sway bar, and you are not supposed to attempt to replace just the bushings, and g… --- ## [Stubborn Starter Bolt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stubborn-starter-bolt/206298)
**Author:** [@JunkOwner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JunkOwner)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2026, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stubborn-starter-bolt/206298 "2026-09-28T02:44:30Z")
A 2005 Town and Country Limited needs a new starter. The top bolt is difficult to reach and seemingly very tight. Any suggestions as to what combination of tools to use? The step by step videos don’t mention removing … --- ## [License plate: ARSNLUVR](https://community.cartalk.com/t/license-plate-arsnluvr/204480)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2025, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/license-plate-arsnluvr/204480 "2025-11-23T18:16:48Z")
I saw it at the grocery store. --- ## [Messed up my question about coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/messed-up-my-question-about-coolant/204734)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2026, 7:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/messed-up-my-question-about-coolant/204734 "2026-01-13T19:55:19Z")
Been a long day. Im not good at putting pictures on here. So ill try again. This is on my 89 year old moms ford explorer.its a 2012 she bought new. 3.5 engine. All work has been done at the local Ford dealer. 75k miles. … --- ## [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… --- ## [What is causing this no start problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-causing-this-no-start-problem/205467)
**Author:** [@919Blazer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/919Blazer)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2026, 5:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-causing-this-no-start-problem/205467 "2026-04-07T17:23:42Z")
I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand Am SE 2.4 and I’m dealing with a no start problem that I can’t figure out. I’m thinking it’s probably the fuel pump, but it could also be the ignition switch or maybe crankshaft/camshaft senso… --- ## [Are newer cars now under charging the lead acid battery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-newer-cars-now-under-charging-the-lead-acid-battery/204586)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2025, 12:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-newer-cars-now-under-charging-the-lead-acid-battery/204586 "2025-12-10T00:01:25Z")
Traditional vehicle alternators charge at 14.4 Volts. Sometimes 14.7. I think the 1996 Ford F150 drops down to 14 Volts when warmed up, which is a design that’s better than it could be, unless the alternator regulator is… --- ## [Brake Pedal Hard to Press Down, Below Freezing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal-hard-to-press-down-below-freezing/204940)
**Author:** [@pokemonyouandme123\_193319](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pokemonyouandme123_193319)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2026, 12:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal-hard-to-press-down-below-freezing/204940 "2026-01-30T12:41:14Z")
2014 Acura TSX, 4 Cylinder, AT, about 160k miles Two days ago when I got in my car, the brake pedal was really hard to press down. This was after it sat overnight, and it’s within single digits so extremely cold. The ca… --- ## [2014 Jeep Noises](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-noises/205416)
**Author:** [@bkelley502\_187614](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bkelley502_187614)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2026, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-noises/205416 "2026-03-28T20:08:31Z")
Good evening. I got something I hope someone can help me out with. My son’s 2014 Jeep Patriot had the transmission replaced recently, and ever since there has been a noise that he hears whenever he starts to accelerate,… --- ## [Insurance deductions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insurance-deductions/205959)
**Author:** [@TwinTurbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TwinTurbo)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2026, 11:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insurance-deductions/205959 "2026-07-13T11:27:21Z")
One side effect of no longer having yearly inspection requirements in this state is that insurance companies no longer have this access to yearly mileage information. I recently received a request to submit at least two… --- ## [BMWs and Cadillacs and Range Rovers, Oh my!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmws-and-cadillacs-and-range-rovers-oh-my/204614)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2025, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmws-and-cadillacs-and-range-rovers-oh-my/204614 "2025-12-17T15:50:19Z")
--- ## [Man refueling brilliantly soaks criminals with gasoline](https://community.cartalk.com/t/man-refueling-brilliantly-soaks-criminals-with-gasoline/204476)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2025, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/man-refueling-brilliantly-soaks-criminals-with-gasoline/204476 "2025-11-23T19:52:36Z")
Any switches in the van which could ignite the gasoline fumes? Brake pedal brake light switch would have been nice. --- ## [Jeep Laredo 2014 - noise on low speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-laredo-2014-noise-on-low-speed/204529)
**Author:** [@ruchei](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ruchei)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2025, 2:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-laredo-2014-noise-on-low-speed/204529 "2025-12-03T02:43:50Z")
Hello! I hope someone has some ideas about the source of this noise. It appears when I drive/turn on low speeds (like when parking) and it comes in and out - it is not a constant sound, but instead feels like it goes thr… --- ## [Toyota Rav4 SRS Warning Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav4-srs-warning-light/204757)
**Author:** [@caterina3890\_196023](https://community.cartalk.com/u/caterina3890_196023)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2026, 8:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav4-srs-warning-light/204757 "2026-01-08T08:08:27Z")
Heya everyone, and happy new year. The SRS Warning Light on my dashboard and the Seat Belt Warning Light are turning on every time I start my car. I haven’t had any collisions. The only thing I can think of is I was away… --- ## [Reverse shift frozen below 28 degrees](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reverse-shift-frozen-below-28-degrees/205235)
**Author:** [@Tom777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom777)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2026, 2:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reverse-shift-frozen-below-28-degrees/205235 "2026-02-26T02:12:18Z")
When the temp drops below 28 degrees , my manual transmission in my Plymouth Laser 1992 (same as Eclipse) will refuse to shift into reverse. It just feels sloggy , stuck ( other gears work fine) . Now if the sun is… --- ## [Dodge Thermostat behavior](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-thermostat-behavior/205115)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2026, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-thermostat-behavior/205115 "2026-02-08T04:14:36Z")
Got my dad’s 3.6 town and country. I live in MN. Coolant level is fine. Has 203f thermostat. I noticed temp gauge seemed low and DIC says coolant was 175f after 20 min of driving. Vent temp felt fine. I idled in drivewa… --- ## [Interesting Custom Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interesting-custom-car/206158)
**Author:** [@asemaster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asemaster)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 6:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interesting-custom-car/206158 "2026-09-04T18:41:19Z")
Saw this on the way to work last week. Don’t know anything about it but I do have questions as to how the powertrain has been modified to fit the narrower and shorter chassis. Anyone else seen anything like this? --- ## [Repairing the orange lens of a rear side marker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairing-the-orange-lens-of-a-rear-side-marker/205440)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2026, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairing-the-orange-lens-of-a-rear-side-marker/205440 "2026-04-03T01:22:43Z")
I tried to clean off a blob of white paint on the rear side marker light’s lens. I guessed it was latex. It wouldn’t come off with fingernail or plastic scraper. I didn’t want to use a metal scraper so I painted on a … --- ## [Judder&Hesitation Civic 8th gen](https://community.cartalk.com/t/judder-hesitation-civic-8th-gen/205261)
**Author:** [@TheApache](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheApache)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2026, 6:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/judder-hesitation-civic-8th-gen/205261 "2026-03-04T06:28:28Z")
Hello everyone, Civic 8th gen Sedan 1.8 6MT (European), at 80k miles i have a problem since I bought it 2-3 years ago. When you accelerate from low speed or from standstill position on low gears 1 and 2, the car stalls a… --- ## [What color is this coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-color-is-this-coolant/204733)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2026, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-color-is-this-coolant/204733 "2026-01-06T17:35:23Z")
--- ## [I had a stopover in Boise and drove an Indian truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-had-a-stopover-in-boise-and-drove-an-indian-truck/205289)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2026, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-had-a-stopover-in-boise-and-drove-an-indian-truck/205289 "2026-03-06T00:39:43Z")
So I had wrecked my ranchero in CA on coastal highway near Big Sur, late 70’s and was on a bus tour back, 10 stops but unlimited time. Stopped in Boise I believe it was and bought a bunch of 8x10 glass plate negatives at… --- ## [The Curious Case of the Ram Transmission Cooler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-curious-case-of-the-ram-transmission-cooler/206502)
**Author:** [@Old-Days-Rick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Old-Days-Rick)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-curious-case-of-the-ram-transmission-cooler/206502 "2026-10-27T22:24:06Z")
I need everyone’s opinion on this, 2019 Dodge Ram, 5.7 Hemi, shy of 100k, it had a remanufactured engine installed due to lifter roller failure which liffter failure is a very common problem on these probably due to thin… --- ## [If you've always wanted to own a classic Porsche](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-youve-always-wanted-to-own-a-classic-porsche/205301)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2026, 5:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-youve-always-wanted-to-own-a-classic-porsche/205301 "2026-03-08T05:14:55Z")
… you might want to buy some raffle tickets for this sweepstakes. --- ## [A make that you might not remember](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-make-that-you-might-not-remember/204833)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2026, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-make-that-you-might-not-remember/204833 "2026-01-15T00:34:23Z")
There were never many Singer cars sold in The US, despite Marilyn helping them with their advertising. They were bought-out by Rootes Motors in 1955. --- ## [As the odometer turns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/as-the-odometer-turns/204707)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2026, 1:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/as-the-odometer-turns/204707 "2026-01-03T01:44:42Z")
… Happy New Year to all. --- ## [Another missing member?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-missing-member/205284)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2026, 4:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-missing-member/205284 "2026-03-11T04:04:00Z")
One of our regulars, @jtsanders, hasn’t posted anything for 1 month. It appears that he has been viewing posts, but we haven’t heard from him for 30 days, so I’m hoping that he is okay. --- ## [Thanks To All For Flagging Spam](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks-to-all-for-flagging-spam/205090)
**Author:** [@Julie-Lent-Managing-Editor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julie-Lent-Managing-Editor)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2026, 8:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks-to-all-for-flagging-spam/205090 "2026-02-02T20:50:21Z")
Thanks to you all for flagging the recent spam in the Community. This is very helpful! We appreciate you all. We are working to remedy this as soon as possible. Thank you again! --- ## [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… --- ## [Another post mortem analysis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-post-mortem-analysis/204421)
**Author:** [@TwinTurbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TwinTurbo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2025, 2:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-post-mortem-analysis/204421 "2025-11-11T02:45:24Z")
If you’ve been here long enough, you know I like to take things apart to see why they failed. Sometimes, I fix them and have a spare. Other times they are shot but nice to learn how they work and what went wrong. I thin… --- ## [Hot Rod terms, many I never heard of](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-rod-terms-many-i-never-heard-of/204685)
**Author:** [@Purebred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Purebred)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2025, 1:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-rod-terms-many-i-never-heard-of/204685 "2025-12-29T13:36:24Z")
--- ## [Best Portable Tire Inflator-Which One IS Worth Buying?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-portable-tire-inflator-which-one-is-worth-buying/205840)
**Author:** [@miller34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/miller34)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-portable-tire-inflator-which-one-is-worth-buying/205840 "2026-06-11T15:40:52Z")
I’m currently looking for a portable tire inflator and would appreciate some advice. My budget is between 50$ and 150$, and I’m hoping to find something reliable that offers good value for the price. My main requirement… --- ## [Roundabouts make the comics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roundabouts-make-the-comics/204551)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2025, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roundabouts-make-the-comics/204551 "2025-12-02T13:32:55Z")
From the current ‘The New Yorker’. --- ## [Scientific law of car repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scientific-law-of-car-repair/206261)
**Author:** [@SteveCBT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveCBT)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 11:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scientific-law-of-car-repair/206261 "2026-09-20T11:06:25Z")
--- ## [Motorcycle Helmet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motorcycle-helmet/205396)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2026, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motorcycle-helmet/205396 "2026-03-25T17:46:40Z")
Maybe I’m wrong since I don’t ride motorcycles. But lesson #1 in learning how to ride a motorcycle should be is to HOW to wear a helmet. --- ## [Just for a Chuckle or Ouch that Hurt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-for-a-chuckle-or-ouch-that-hurt/205107)
**Author:** [@LoudThunder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoudThunder)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2026, 4:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-for-a-chuckle-or-ouch-that-hurt/205107 "2026-02-05T16:44:29Z")
Just something to take your mind off your troubles… --- ## [And the winner is...!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/and-the-winner-is/206209)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 4:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/and-the-winner-is/206209 "2026-09-06T16:57:56Z")
Friday night marked the end of the 36th season for the weekly Cruise-In at the county seat. The winner was this immaculate Buick Grand National. --- ## [Colorado State Patrol brings back Mustangs to patrol fleet, troopers see benefits behind the buzz](https://community.cartalk.com/t/colorado-state-patrol-brings-back-mustangs-to-patrol-fleet-troopers-see-benefits-behind-the-buzz/204759)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2026, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/colorado-state-patrol-brings-back-mustangs-to-patrol-fleet-troopers-see-benefits-behind-the-buzz/204759 "2026-01-08T02:13:40Z")
https://kdvr.com/news/local/csp-brings-back-mustangs-to-patrol-fleet-troopers-see-benefits-behind-the-buzz/ --- ## [A roadside tribute to Dolly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-roadside-tribute-to-dolly/206155)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2026, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-roadside-tribute-to-dolly/206155 "2026-08-30T14:33:09Z")
… from the NY State DOT. These alternating signs are appearing on highways statewide. When you see these signs, it’s almost impossible to NOT sing their message in your head. --- ## [A win-win for science](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-win-win-for-science/206197)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2026, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-win-win-for-science/206197 "2026-09-05T14:46:02Z")
Researchers at Virginia Tech have figured-out how to convert PVC plastic into polyalphaolefin, one of the components of modern synthetic motor oils. Because PVC is difficult to recycle through existing methods, this is … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/top.md?page=4&per_page=50) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/top.md?page=6&per_page=50)