Ray Magliozzi
Click or Clack
The Case of the Mysterious, Disappearing Spot
I have a 2017 Ford F-150 3.5 Eco-Boost. One cold night this winter, I plugged in the block heater.
Tires are Getting Shorter While Thieves Creative
Over the past couple of decades, wheels on cars have gotten bigger and tires have gotten shorter.
Replacing Tire Pressure Sensors is a Sensible Decision
In a recent article, you wrote about when the batteries in the tire pressure sensors in tires fail and cause the low tire pressure light to come on. Y ...
Pickup Truck Tailgates Don't Have to be a Drag
Will I get better gas mileage with my pickup truck tailgate up or down? When I try to find the answer, I get mixed messages.
No Need to Stop What You're Doing with Regenerative Braking
Is the idea of downshifting when going down a hill outdated for hybrid vehicles with regenerative braking? I grew up with the idea that one should alw ...
Buyer Be Aware: Not All Car Issues Are Mechanical
My friend bought a new home after her husband passed away. After the deal was done, she discovered her beloved pickup would not fit in the garage.
Friends' Identical Cars Set the Stage for a Perfect Experiment
My friend, Greg, and I coincidentally bought the same make, model and color of car and in the same year! It's a 2WD 2010 Lexus RX-350.
Current Market Conditions Create an Opportunity for Car Lessees
Our 2018 Mercedes C300 lease is expiring soon. The lease states that the residual value is $22,000.
Watch for Signs of Failing Alternator; Old-Fashioned Manuals
I have a 2008 Honda Civic. Recently when idling, I've noticed a chattering noise coming from the left side of the engine compartment.
Smart Cars for Absent-Minded Owners
I am a dinosaur when it comes to new technology. I parked my wife's new Toyota RAV4 Hybrid in our garage.
What You See is What You Have When it Comes to Trim Models
I have a 2015 Toyota Avalon I'm fixin' to sell. Checking online for its value, I see there is an Avalon XLE Touring and an Avalon XLE Touring SE.
Reset May Be Needed to Erase Vendetta from Murano's Memory
At random times, my 2016 Nissan Murano attempts to crush my knees. In normal operation, the driver's seat slides backward when I turn the engine off, ...
Vehicles Have Plenty of Functional and Fun Options
My 2013 Dodge Dart underbody cover had to be removed after it got caught on a concrete parking lot bumper. It was partially pulled off and was draggin ...
Visits to Three Repair Shops Yield Three Different Options
I took my 2017 Nissan Murano Platinum to the dealership for my 30,000-mile service. The front brake pads were OK, but they said my rear pads were down ...
Check Out the Short List of Vehicles for Tall People
Our 15-year-old grandson is 6 feet 5 inches and growing. He will be driving next year and is trying to find a car that will "fit" him. Any suggestions ...
Costs of Updates for Water-Based Paints Balance by Savings
You wrote recently about the new "matte" paints on some new cars. Speaking of paint, what's with the idea that government regulations require car manu ...
Wield the Warranty for Stuff that Should Last But Doesn't
I have a 2018 Hyundai Sonata Limited Hybrid (not a plug-in). I purchased it new at the end of 2018 and have had all my oil changes and services done a ...
Unraveling the Mystery of the Cut Wire
I have a 2013 Honda Accord with 80,000 miles on it. I went to a local tire dealership and had a rear tire replaced.
There's No Harm in Keeping Your Car in Eco Mode
Does running a car constantly in "eco" mode do any harm? And if not, why don't manufacturers just program the car in eco mode permanently?
A Few More Options for the Reader Looking For a "Dog" Car
You should have added the Honda Fit as an option for that lady whose arthritic golden retriever can't jump up into her Yukon anymore. The back seat li ...
