2022 BMW X3 M40i — question: Used truck versus new compact pickup
2022 BMW X3 M40i, about 118,000 miles. Same money buys an older full-size truck with capability I may never use or a newer compact truck with better fuel econo…
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2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave — dPF regens seem more frequent lately
Truck is doing more short trips lately and I feel like active regens are happening much more often. No codes. Is there a good way to confirm soot load/regenera…
2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor — fun daily that still works for one-car ownership
I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying to avoid buying a car that only makes sense on…
WrenchScout82Community StarterJan 18, 20262024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual MotorOrange County3 replies0 helpful
2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave — need advice: Payload sticker changed my whole truck-shopping plan
I was focused on tow rating until I started adding passengers, gear and tongue weight. Now payload looks like the real limit. How much buffer do you personally…
2022 Ford Maverick XLT Hybrid — do shorter oil intervals actually make sense for my use?
Most of my driving is short trips with a lot of idling, but the factory interval is pretty long. I'd rather not waste oil, but I also plan to keep the car past…
2023 Ford Bronco Badlands — anyone else: Steering oscillation after hitting a bump
On certain rough highway sections the steering can start oscillating after a bump. Slowing down stops it. I'm looking for a diagnostic checklist rather than ju…
OldSchoolCollectorCommunity StarterJan 11, 20262023 Ford Bronco BadlandsPhiladelphia2 replies0 helpful
2025 Lucid Air Pure — apartment charging without a dedicated garage outlet
2025 Lucid Air Pure, about 151,000 miles. I can charge at work sometimes but not at home. For people living in apartments, what combination of public charging,…
2023 Mercedes-AMG C43 4MATIC — need advice: Fun daily that still works for one-car ownership
I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying to avoid buying a car that only makes sense on…
Question: CX-5 turbo oil level drops before service interval
2021 Mazda CX-5 Turbo, about 118,000 miles. I'm seeing the oil level fall enough between services that I now check it regularly. No obvious leak. For other tur…
Battery keeps dying after two or three days parked
2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor, about 62,000 miles. Battery tested okay at a parts store, but if the car sits for a weekend it sometimes won't crank. Al…
WrenchMechanicish30Community StarterJan 1, 20262024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual MotorFlorida9 replies0 helpful
One-year ownership: things reviews never mentioned
After a year, the things I care about aren't horsepower or 0–60 anymore. Seat comfort, camera behavior, storage, rattles, HVAC logic and service experience mat…
2023 Subaru Outback Wilderness — two-post lift in a residential garage — what should I verify?
2023 Subaru Outback Wilderness, about 1,200 miles. Ceiling height looks workable but I'm more worried about slab thickness, concrete strength, anchor location…
CleanNerd68Community StarterDec 19, 20252023 Subaru Outback WildernessDMV / Maryland3 replies0 helpful
Anyone else: Model Y low-voltage warning before a road trip
Low-voltage battery warning appeared and I have a trip coming up. Main pack is fine. I don't want to get stranded over the small battery—what would you conside…
PistonTuner77Community StarterDec 12, 20252024 Tesla Model Y Long RangeDenver / Front Range12 replies0 helpful
Dealer says they can't reproduce the problem
I've brought the car in twice for an intermittent warning and both times the dealer says no fault found. I have video and timestamps. What's the best way to do…
2023 Rivian R1T Quad-Motor — good independent shop for a pre-purchase inspection?
Looking at a used car locally and want a genuinely independent PPI, preferably someone familiar with this brand. What do you ask the shop to include besides a…
2013 Infiniti G37 xS — weird vibration only between 62–70 mph
Car is smooth around town, but on the highway I get a vibration in the steering wheel and seat between about 62 and 70 mph. Above that it actually gets a littl…
Project car budget is already getting away from me
2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS, about 8,200 miles. Bought a cheap project because the shell was solid, and now the 'small stuff' list is longer than the drivetrain l…
OldSchoolCollectorCommunity StarterDec 9, 20252016 Chevrolet Camaro SSUpstate New York4 replies0 helpful
2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave — fun daily that still works for one-car ownership
2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave, about 14,500 miles. I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying…
MileageRoadieCommunity StarterDec 9, 20252024 Jeep Gladiator MojaveNYC / Long Island4 replies0 helpful
2024 Volkswagen Golf R — question: Engine swap packaging: offset versus driveline angle
Mocking up an engine/transmission in a chassis with very tight steering and footwell clearance. I can offset it slightly, but I don't want to create driveline…
Anyone else: CPO luxury SUV or brand-new mainstream SUV?
2025 Honda Civic Sport Touring Hybrid, about 151,000 miles. Budget works for either a lightly used luxury SUV or a new mainstream model with a full warranty. I…
HybridPilot13Community StarterDec 1, 20252025 Honda Civic Sport Touring HybridNorth Jersey1 reply0 helpful