A recent lawsuit was filed against Subaru with regards to engine tuning problems. The 2014-2016 Subaru Forester XT, Subaru WRX , WRX STI cars and SUV’s have engines too highly tuned. This causes the engines to stall or surge. A 2016 recall was ordered to fix the problems with the ignition timing. The plaintiff […]
Takata Airbags Recalls The following list of Honda and Acura cars have been recalled in the US to replace passenger-side Takata front airbags: 2010-2012 Acura RL 2010-2014 Acura TSX 2011-2014 Acura TSX Wagon 2010-2013 Acura ZDX 2010-2012 Honda Accord 2010-2015 Honda Crosstour 2010-2011 Honda Civic 2010-2011 Honda CR-V 2010-2011 Honda Element 2014 Honda FCX Clarity […]
Ford F-150 built between the years of 2013-2018 are equipped with master cylinders supplied by Hitachi. Ford previously used master cylinders manufactured by Bosch. The Hitachi master cylinders have pistons fitted with a single cup seal responsible for containing pressurized brake fluid. Normally master cylinders are usually fitted with two cup seals to ensure that […]
Driverless Cars Freaking You Out? Would you get in a vehicle controlled by driverless car technology? https://www.techradar.com/news/driverless-cars-explained Nearly 75% of drivers, in all age groups, have no confidence in driverless cars that implement all aspects of driving. But cars that assist drivers with blind spot monitoring, lane departure and forward collision warning systems have […]
Are all Minivans the same? The IIHS, or better known as the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, has four ratings with regards to vehicles. They are: Good, Acceptable, Marginal and Poor. During crashes, some minivans fare better than others at protecting passenger-side occupants. Three minivans were tested: Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Pacifica, and the […]
Do you have an “Earth Dreams” Honda engine? What exactly is an “Earth Dreams” engine and what does it do? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_advanced_technology The name of this engine is not so much about what technology does but the goal of environmental performance mixed with the fun of driving, creating a smooth and efficient ride. It also increases […]
Hyundai and Kia Engine Fires In recent years Hyundai and Kai Theta II engine fires have occurred in more than 400 vehicles, with and without collisions. The NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) began an investigation in May of 2017 into Hyundai and Kia vehicles equipped with Theta II engines. This investigation came after the […]
A recent class-action lawsuit against Toyota Prius 2016-2017 cars alleges that the windshields have defects that cause visibility problems and safety issues. The owners of these cars claim that the chips and cracks in the glass cost them hundred of dollars to replace the windshields with the ones that are as defective as the originals. […]
Americans love trucks and SUV’s. Despite rising fuel prices, we still love our roomy, chunky wagons with room for our kids, groceries, etc. Read any recent vehicle sales report or manufacturer earnings release and it becomes obvious that the market heavily favors buying and leasing SUV’s and trucks over sedans, generally speaking. Of interest and […]
This week, we round up what has turned out to be a fairly substantial number of complaints from owners of the Chevrolet Cruze. If you are in the market for a compact sedan, you will no doubt come across this vehicle in your research. The Chevrolet Cruze is marketed as a compact car for commuters, […]
Tesla, the American automobile company known for it’s sleek, all-electric vehicle product line, is in the news again. This week, the Company announced its Q1 results, which were received largely as a mixed bag: Tesla’s first quarter adjusted net loss widened to $3.35/share as revenue grew 26% to a record $3.4 billion, slightly better than […]
Hello ! This week, we’re going to focus on what we consider to be a vitally important topic that ALL of us, as drivers, need to be reminded of : distracted driving and the dangers therein. All of us face distractions when we drive. Distractions these days are numerous and include flashy, brightly-lit electronic billboards, […]
General Motors, maker of the Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle, has been forced to issue a “customer satisfaction bulletin” to address an apparent low voltage cell condition that may cause a power loss during operation. Although GM further explains that it’s not (yet) a recall, they are advising owners to contact their dealership for – you […]
Did you purchase or lease a 2011-2016 Ford Fiesta or 2012-2016 Ford Focus vehicle that was equipped with a “PowerShift” Transmission ? If so, you may be affected by a nationwide settlement that has been reached in litigation concerning problems with the PowerShift Transmission. These problems include claims that the vehicles contain a malfunctioning transmission […]
A recently filed class action lawsuit is calling out Kia and Hyundai as vehicles with defective engines. The lawsuit claims that the engine, better known in the industry as the “Theta II” engine, has serious oil flow problems – and in some cases, reportedly failing while driving and leaving drivers stranded. The following vehicles […]
Welcome back to our Blog ! This week, we will take a look at one of the top “technology trends” (yes, we love our technology) in the automotive industry, and share with you why we believe the trend for defects will stay on the rise – and why it is so important that you, as […]
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Buying a car – whether new or used – is one of the biggest purchases we make. It is important to take your time in deciding which car to buy and not be pressured by anyone who simply wants your money or your signature on a contract. Once you decide on the vehicle that best […]
The Car Buyer’s Bill of Rights gives you certain protections when you buy a new or used vehicle from a licensed California dealer: Buyer Disclosures. No charges may be added to your contract without full disclosure and your consent. Dealers must give you an itemized price list for optional “add-on” items such as service contracts, insurance, […]
