Lisa Guerrero PhD+Follow8 Reasons I Ditched My Rivian DreamWas this close to buying a Rivian, but wow—there’s a lot they don’t tell you in the ads. The price? Steep. Some features are locked behind a $150/year paywall. Range promises don’t always match reality, and good luck finding a service center if you’re not in a big city. Build quality is hit or miss, repairs are pricey, and there’s no CarPlay or Android Auto. Oh, and customer service? Not winning any awards. Would you still go for it? #Rivian #ElectricVehicles #CarShopping #EVProblems #CarTalk #Cars00Share
dalemiller+FollowAuto Start-Stop Might Finally Be ToastYou know that auto start-stop feature that shuts your car off at every red light? Turns out, almost everyone hates it—and it might finally be on the chopping block. The EPA just hinted they’re axing it, after years of drivers complaining about losing AC and weird engine hiccups. Automakers loved to brag about its eco benefits, but drivers? Not so much. Will this controversial feature really disappear for good? Stay tuned, because this debate is just heating up! #CarTalk #AutoNews #TechTrends #DrivingLife #CarFeatures #Cars223164Share
dalemiller+FollowWhy My BYD Shark Hybrid Has Me TornSwapped my old diesel truck for a BYD Shark hybrid and wow, it’s like driving a luxury car for half the price! It’s super cheap to run (thanks, solar panels), packed with tech, and even powers my tools on-site. But here’s the catch: with EV tech moving so fast, I’m worried this shiny new ride could be outdated in just a few years. Would you risk it for the savings and comfort? #BYDShark #HybridLife #EVs #CarTalk #Australia #Cars00Share
Douglas Hughes+FollowBrand New Benz, $20k Gone Instantly?!Imagine dropping nearly $100k on a Mercedes SUV, barely driving it (just 14 miles!), and then watching it tank by $20k at auction. That’s what happened with this loaded GLS450—bidding stalled at $77k, way below what the owner paid. Turns out, new cars lose a ton of value the second you put your name on the title. Even a ‘never used’ Benz isn’t safe from instant depreciation. Ouch! Would you ever buy a new car after seeing this? #CarTalk #MercedesBenz #CarDepreciation #AuctionFails #WatercoolerMoment #Cars2324Share
William Goodwin+FollowWhy Shops Swap Rotors, Not Turn ThemEver wonder why mechanics swap out your brake rotors instead of just resurfacing them like they used to? Turns out, rotors got so cheap it made more sense to just replace them than mess with the old-school brake lathe. Plus, thinner rotors from turning are more likely to warp again. But with parts prices rising, some shops might dust off those lathes—if anyone remembers how to use them! Wild how car repair trends change, right? #CarTalk #AutoRepair #BrakeService #MechanicLife #CarMaintenance #Cars3963Share
William Goodwin+FollowWhy Shops Swap Rotors, Not Turn ThemEver wonder why mechanics swap out your brake rotors instead of just resurfacing them like they used to? Turns out, rotors got so cheap it made more sense to just replace them than mess with the old-school brake lathe. Plus, thinner rotors from turning are more likely to warp again. But with parts prices rising, some shops might dust off those lathes—if anyone remembers how to use them! Wild how car repair trends change, right? #CarTalk #AutoRepair #BrakeService #MechanicLife #CarMaintenance1618Share
emily27+FollowTesla’s Wild Battery Swap SurpriseImagine dropping your brand-new Cybertruck off for a charging issue and finding out you need a whole new battery pack—after just 15,000 miles! That’s what happened to one Arizona owner. The kicker? Tesla swapped out the $10k+ battery for free under warranty, but he was stuck without his truck for weeks (at least the loaner was an upgrade). Some owners are cheering Tesla’s service, but others are getting cold feet about reliability. Would you still take the risk? #Tesla #Cybertruck #EVProblems #CarTalk #TechSurprise #Cars1222Share
Jennifer Smith+FollowWould You Gamble on a Manual Camry?A 1998 Toyota Camry LE with a rare 5-speed manual just popped up for $3,400, but there’s a catch: it’s leaking oil. With nearly 287k miles and some quirky upgrades (hello, boombox stereo and fuzzy steering wheel cover), is this a hidden gem for DIYers or just a money pit? Would you take the risk for a manual Camry, or is this just too much drama for a daily driver? Spill your thoughts! #CarTalk #ManualTransmission #ToyotaCamry #UsedCars #CarEnthusiast #Cars30Share
stephanie30+Follow$45K Gone Before It Left the Lot?!Imagine dropping $140K on a brand new Hummer EV, only for it to lose $45K in value before even leaving the dealership! This 2024 3X Omega Edition, loaded with all the bells and whistles, just sold at auction for $95,500 after only 404 miles. No private owner, never titled—just pure, brutal depreciation. Someone basically scored a barely-used Hummer for a steal, but wow, that’s a tough pill for the original dealer to swallow! Car values are wild right now. #CarTalk #HummerEV #AutoAuction #Depreciation #CarEnthusiast #Cars2911Share
stephenolson+FollowTesla Odometers: Glitch or Something Bigger?Tesla owners are sounding the alarm after noticing their cars’ odometers are racking up way more miles than they actually drive—sometimes by over a third! While Tesla claims it’s just a glitch, some drivers are worried it could mean warranties run out faster and resale values drop. With lawsuits already in play and more complaints popping up across different models, this isn’t just a one-off issue. Would you trust your car’s mileage if you drove a Tesla? #Tesla #EVnews #CarTalk #WarrantyWoes #TechTrouble #Cars101Share
