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    Using iPhones as Brake Pads

    Not the brightest folks, but fun to watch nonetheless.
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    2015 Best Resale Value : Subaru and Lexus

    Subaru wins Best Resale Value for the "Best Brand" while Lexus wins Best Resale Value for the 4th consecutive year as "Best Luxury Brand". I'm surprised to see Subaru on there. Anyone else? http://www.kbb.com/new-cars/best-resale-value-awards/best-brand/?r=853695296682417400 Originally...
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    Aftermarket Radiator

    The radiator in my Sienna is starting to leak. Need to replace it by Monday, can't wait for RockAuto to ship. Locally I can get a Spectra Premium Radiator ($137+tax) or CARQUEST/ToughOne Radiator ($116+tax) Actually, I can probably get that Spectra from Napa with my AAA discount for about...
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    Ford recalling 850,000 vehicles

    Ford is recalling 850,000 vehicles for defective airbags. Most of the cars in the US, so if you're affected get it fixed! http://www.autoblog.com/2014/09/26/ford-recalling-850k-cars-suvs-airbag-issues/
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    BMW - 1.6 million car recall

    Here we go again : http://money.cnn.com/2014/07/16/autos/bmw-recall/index.html?hpt=hp_inthenews That airbag company sure has initiated a [censored] ton of recalls!
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    Ford makes up MPG numbers too, not just Hyundai

    Look's like Hyundai isn't the only one who advertises higher mpg than normal. http://www.autoblog.com/2014/06/12/ford-lowers-mpg-ratings-on-six-vehicles/#continued This will be the second time Ford changes the mpg on the C-Max Hybrid. And, others are dropping as well by significant numbers...
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    Motorcraft FL793 or WIX 5148 or Bosch Premium 3330

    3 options... You pick! -- Motorcraft FL793 or WIX 5148 or Bosch Premium 3330 I've been using Purolator for a couple of years now, but BITOG has convinced me otherwise for the time being. What's my best bet? I don't run more than 5k OCI's.
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    GM Halts Cruze Sales & knew of defect for decade

    GM has now halted sales of the Cruze. And in regards to the igntion recall (that lead to ATLEAST 12 deaths mind you), Quote: Congress and federal prosecutors probe why GM did not recall the cars for a decade after it discovered the problem. So they were hiding it all along...
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    It's okay to use the GPS on your phone while drive

    WHAT! How does this make sense? http://jalopnik.com/its-now-ok-to-use-gps-on-your-phone-in-california-1532882385 Title should read : "It's okay to use the GPS on your phone while driving"
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    Volkswagon Recalling 2.64 million vehicles

    Volkswagon is recalling 2.64 million cars: Originally Posted By: AutoBlog Volkswagen is staging a massive, worldwide recall that's already grown from 1.68 million to 2.64 million vehicles and covers three different issues across a number of vehicles. We already reported on 61,000 Tiguans...
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    CR Top 10 LEAST reliable cars

    Another CR report, of the top 10 LEAST reliable cars. Originally Posted By: Consumer Reports Least reliable vehicles, listed in order of Ratings score starting with the worst score. 1. Ford C-MAX Energi (Plug-in Hybrid)* 2. Ford Escape (1.6L Ecoboost)* 3. Mini Cooper Countryman 4. Ford C-Max...
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    Castrol/Transmax ATF Full Synthetic Multi-Vehicle

    Have any of you used Castrol/Transmax ATF full synthetic multi-vehicle transmission fluid? I've never heard of this ATF, and haven't seen it in stores. I have used Castrol Transmax Multi-Vehicle for the past 60k miles. I understand it is a synthetic blend.
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    KBB 2013 Top 10 Best Resale Value Awards

    6 out of the top 10 are Toyota products. Originally Posted By: KBB Including four models projected to retain more than half their original value after five years on the road, here are this year’s Top 10 Best Resale Value Award winners. The list is dominated by SUVs as usual, but two cars makes...
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    Lexus IS350F Sport wins against 335i & ATS

    Comparison Test Originally Posted By: Car & Driver Habemus Papem! Like the installation of Francis, the world’s first Latin American pontiff, the crowning of a Lexus as the high priest of the sports-sedan world is something few saw coming—until we dove into the twisting, climbing, kinking...
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    Portable Air Conditioner - Worth it?

    Hey all, my A/C unit died at the end of last summer. I don't plan on replacing it this year, as I rarely use the A/C anyways. I've had a few estimates done, one at $3k and another at $8k. If I get it done, I'm going to have everything redone. The house is 70 years old, no point in keeping the...
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    Does increasing tire pressure really improve mpg?

    I've always wondered whether or not this was true, or just a myth. I came across this link , and it shows that they had nearly the same fuel economy with an extra 5 psi in the tires. So, can you actually improve mpg by increasing tire pressure ? Or is it just wearing your tires out faster? I...
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    Hyundai and Kia recalling 1.6 Million cars

    They will be recalling 1.6 million due to problematic brake light switch's. http://www.autoblog.com/2013/04/03/hyundai-kia-recalling-1-6m-more-models-for-faulty-brake-switch/ They will also be investigated for rust complaints on over 400,000 vehicles...
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    Gabriel Ultra-Strut Ride Quality & Longevity

    Hey everyone, how are you doing? I was browsing Amazon warehouse deals today and came across a front right strut for my RX300 made by Gabriel. It was "used", the packing is broken but it said the strut was brand new and in perfect condition. I picked it up for only $16 so I'm not too worried...
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    Anyone heard of Sensen/APX Shock?

    Has anyone heard of APX shocks? If so, are they any better than the competitors. They are priced below KYB, Monroe, etc.
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    Lexus tops J.D. Power's most dependable car again

    Discuss. Nice to see GM is doing better. Surprised to see Porsche so high. Quote: Toyota Motor Corporation Models Receive Seven Awards; General Motors Models Receive Four
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