Whenever you’re diagnosing an electrical problem, there’s a sequence to follow that can save you a lot of time, effort and money.
Battery’s Good, But the Car Won’t Start. Now What?
In the Car Talk Communities, there’s a question this week about a 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class that won’t start, despite the battery being “good.” Before you go buying new batteries, alternators or starters, there’s a sequence of diagnosis you should follow to figure out what’s going on. It could save you hundreds of dollars:
SELLING YOUR CAR: 9 Ways To Get Top Dollar
So you’ve decided to move on from your old car and buy yourself a new ride. If you’re a typical buyer, then you’ve spent an average of 14 hours online, researching the specs, prices, and even the dealership from which you’re going to buy. But if you don’t think about getting the most value for your […]
Car Doctor Q&A: My Pontiac G6’s Tires are Losing Air
Our thought is that a masked hoodlum is making off with this Pontiac G6 convertible owner’s precious tire air under cover of darkness, but Car Doctor John Paul has other, more far-fetched theories.
Making the Move to an Electric Vehicle? Here’s What You Need to Know
After years of hesitation, car buyers have shifted their thinking to become more accepting of electric vehicles. A recent AAA study found that one in five Americans surveyed will choose an electric vehicle when it’s time for their next purchase.
8 1970s and 1980s SUVs to Buy Right Now
For a long time, older SUVs were just that: Old. They got used and abused, and ended up horribly modified and trashed. But in 2018, vintage SUVs are picking up steam in the collector market.
Answering the Age-Old Question: Mustang vs. Camaro
For more than 50 years, the battle has raged on newsstands and drag strips all over America: Mustang vs. Camaro. Aside from touching off a debate regarding synthetic vs. dino motor oil, there’s no hotter argument you could enter.
Car Doctor Q&A: Sometimes A Honda Pilot Needs A Reboot
When your Honda Pilot operates via computers, sometimes the old computer tricks work to fix them.
BUYER’S GUIDE: Looking For Rust In All The Right Places
A friend in the Car Talk Communities asked a great question last week as he was about to purchase a used car: