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A group for anyone interested in anything automotive. Talk apexing, talk green, talk car care tips, anything you like.

Network Leader: Erik Sua

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Meredith Anyone here work at a dealership, specifically in the service department?

31 weeks ago from Car Talk

dgrosu Help settle an argument ! In a recent conversation with a good friend of mine he emphasized that I am a pretty rare case of person that would first use the Internet to diagnose and find a fix for a problem with my car/bike before I go and seek out other avenues (friends, shop, dealer etc). I naturally disagreed. Since we both agree that numbers don't lie we would like to get your help in settling this argument. We put up a short 5 min survey at http://www.pingreply.net/argument.html Thanks Dan

55 weeks ago from Car Talk

Erik Sua Alright guys, autocross and track day season is upon us! For anyone in the midwest, there is a track day at Road America next weekend - http://roadamerica.fbody.us/ All makes are welcome - I'll be going in a Miata for example :)

95 weeks ago from Car Talk

Erik Sua: Anyone else making any track/autocross events?
95 weeks ago

Mark D Hiatt Are you getting inquiries about Toyota's problems in the last weeks? I'm the office Car Guy, so I've run into a lot. I have pointed out there isn't a car made today, from the humblest Korean import to the mightiest F1 racer, that won't slow down and stop if you stand on the brakes. But I'm not sure I am convincing many. The whole thing *has* caused me to start watching Toyota stock more closely. I think about two weeks after the last late night joke might be an opportunity to get some cheap.

98 weeks ago from Car Talk

Steve Favill: I agree with you 100%. The brakes on a car, any car, were designed to be more powerful than the engine and are more than capable of bringing the ...MoreI agree with you 100%. The brakes on a car, any car, were designed to be more powerful than the engine and are more than capable of bringing the vehicle to a stop. You can't ignore physics.

I think that there might have been a malfunction in one or two instances, but these were compounded by the operator panicking and doing the wrong thing. Most would have been operator error. Remember the Audi debacle back in the eighties? NHTSA exonerated the company completely.
93 weeks ago

Thao Le Would you judge your financial advisor's success by his or her car?

107 weeks ago from Car Talk

: Yes, but that's because I am a car fanatic. I could be COMPLETELY off base because they could very possible not care about one of their most ...MoreYes, but that's because I am a car fanatic. I could be COMPLETELY off base because they could very possible not care about one of their most important assets the way I do. Maybe they don't need to...
107 weeks ago

Thao Le: I'm a car fanatic too. I care about the environment and I want to get a hybrid vs. a luxury sedan/coupe but there is an "image" I have to ...MoreI'm a car fanatic too. I care about the environment and I want to get a hybrid vs. a luxury sedan/coupe but there is an "image" I have to portray. What would you think if your advisor had a hybrid?
106 weeks ago

Erik Sua In case some of you guys were doubters regarding use of snow tires: http://www.caranddriver.com/features/06q4/a_tire_for_all_seasons_-tech_s... For those of you in winter states, how are you holding up?

108 weeks ago from Car Talk

: I own an Integra. It's way too light for winter months. I will sit on a patch of ice and spin out like I'm stuck in a snow bank just because my ...MoreI own an Integra. It's way too light for winter months. I will sit on a patch of ice and spin out like I'm stuck in a snow bank just because my car isn't heavy enough to get grip. It's rediculous.
108 weeks ago

Steve Favill: I have an older BMW wagon. For the winter I fit a set of Bridgestone Blizzack snow tyres moubnted on steel rims and have never had any issues ...MoreI have an older BMW wagon. For the winter I fit a set of Bridgestone Blizzack snow tyres moubnted on steel rims and have never had any issues with the car. Rear wheel drive with no traction control in Wisconsin winters? No problem as long as you are prepared ahead of time. The Blizzacks are invaluable!
93 weeks ago

Richard Root Good tips. Unfortunately I have to store the fun car for the winter. Urge to find a nice STI rising. The 4-wheel drive would be nice for the upcoming winter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oy73wPYkPr4

115 weeks ago from Car Talk

Holly Dunckel Excellent advise. Also, be sure that you change your oil from if your car will be experiencing colder temperatures.

116 weeks ago from Car Talk

Erik Sua For those of you in areas with snow, its past time for winter prep for your cars! Time to put a good coat of wax on, check your coolant, replace your wipers, and consider picking up some snow tires!

116 weeks ago from Car Talk

Tarik Scott: Yes it is. Unless you live in Mid-Michigan, which hasn't gotten any snow yet.
115 weeks ago

Holly Dunckel I enjoy performance driving and wheeling.

116 weeks ago from Car Talk

Erik Sua Just to start a little conversation - what drives you car wise? Driving? Style? Freedom? Personally I just love to DRIVE!

123 weeks ago from Car Talk

Tarik Scott: Driving drives me, and having the freedom to go anywhere I want to go, whenever I want to.
115 weeks ago

Thao Le: The freedom to move from point A to point Z drives me in my city. Public transportation is not practical in Atlanta. In terms of car wise, ...MoreThe freedom to move from point A to point Z drives me in my city. Public transportation is not practical in Atlanta. In terms of car wise, performance, gas-efficiency, and gas prices really drives me!
107 weeks ago

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