Recalls & Car-Care Tips
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Car industry news and recall notices.
Crankcase Ventilation Issues in Certain Vehicle Models
If you’ve noticed oil residue around the air hose connected to your throttle body, don’t panic—but don’t ignore it either. This is a common sign of crankcase ventilation issues, especially in European and Japanese engines we see every day…
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Parasitic Drain Affects Luxury SUVs
If you own a Mercedes-Benz GLE450—or any modern luxury car from BMW, Audi, Porsche, or Lexus—you might notice the battery going flat after a few days of sitting. This isn’t unusual. Modern vehicles have computers, alarms, and modules that…
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Why Fixing Your High-Tech Car Is Getting More Expensive
If you drive a newer Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Porsche, VW, Volvo, Jaguar, Lexus, Toyota, or Honda—including hybrids—your car is packed with safety tech. That's great for avoiding accidents, but it means repairs cost more than they used to.…
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What Mercedes Sprinter Owners Need to Know About Towing
If you drive a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van—whether for work or weekends—you might be wondering just how much it can pull. The 2026 Sprinter lineup varies by model, but here’s the short version: most cargo and crew vans can tow up to 5,000…
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1979 Jeep Cherokee Restomod Features Viper V-10 Power
You don’t see a restomod like this every day. Most builders follow the same script: fresh paint, a new stereo, maybe a small-block Chevy, and done. But this 1979 Jeep Cherokee two-door, listed on Bring a Trailer, takes a different path.…
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Study Reveals Vehicle Usage Patterns in the US
A new study from iSeeCars reveals surprising patterns in how Americans use their vehicles, but the headline-grabbing figure—that the Ford Mustang is the least-driven gas-powered car—comes with an important asterisk. The analysis examined…
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High-Speed Downforce Can Damage Paint on Certain Vehicles
A recent report about the Chevy Corvette ZR1 highlights a surprising issue: at speeds above 180 mph, the rear wing’s downforce can actually chip the paint near its mounting points. Chevrolet has covered repairs for affected owners, but no…
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DIY Motor Mount Replacement on a 2013 E63 Wagon: What One Owner Learned
When a 2013 E63 AMG wagon starts buzzing at low RPMs, the culprit isn't always obvious. For one owner, the answer turned out to be worn motor mounts—and the job turned out to be more straightforward than expected. The owner, who has been…
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Could a Nissan Sentra Bring Back the Mitsubishi Lancer?
Mitsubishi has been leaning heavily on its alliance partners for new models, from the Renault-based Eclipse Cross in Europe to the Nissan Leaf-derived Eclipse Sportback. That strategy raises a natural question: could the same parts-sharing…
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The Mercedes 540K Special Roadster: A Masterclass in Engineering That Still Inspires Today
In the pantheon of pre-war automobiles, few names carry the weight of the Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster. Built between 1934 and 1939, this supercharged grand tourer represented the pinnacle of 1930s automotive ambition. Its 5.4-liter…
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What the New Iowa Speed Limit Law Means for Your Car’s Health and Your Wallet
If you drive a Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Porsche, VW, Volvo, Jaguar, Lexus, Toyota, or Honda—especially a hybrid—you know that how you drive affects your car’s longevity. Starting July 1, Iowa’s rural two-lane highways will see the default…
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Why Tiny Japanese Vans Like This Subaru Sambar Remind Us to Appreciate What We Drive
Every now and then, a car comes along that makes you stop and think about how much vehicle you actually need. A 1992 Subaru Sambar minivan just popped up for auction in the U.S., and at just 130 inches long, it could fit inside the…
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