Every vehicle has its kinks and quirks. Even new ones may have a few things that need to be adjusted or replaced before the first scheduled service. These issues may be mere annoyances or a blemish on an otherwise perfect product, or they could be much serious and...
We recently wrote that some Hyundai Tucson and Kia Stinger owners were concerned about engine fires. It involved the anti-lock braking system. Now Kia is issuing another recall involving the increased potential for fire. Issued March 9, 2021, by Kia Motors America, a...
It was 1985 when babies were required to ride in car seats. For grandparents, this may not seem that long ago, but most modern-day parents don't give it a second thought, and many families will keep one in each car rather than transferring them. In other words, they...
Warranties are like other contracts, which means they can be voided. Either the consumer or the manufacturer can breach the agreement. It can all lead to high-stakes legal disputes involving fault and who owes who. Generally speaking, the outcome ideally holds the...
Founded over a century ago, the company now known as Cooper Tires has grown to be one of the industry's major players. Unfortunately, it follows up a difficult 2020 with a major recall involving 430,298 tires. The cause is bulges and separations in the tire sidewall....
Sometimes people take a loan out to buy something. The buyer subsequently sees a devaluing of the purchase, which can mean that the money owed is more than the value of the purchase. People commonly see this when the housing market collapses, and they are left with an...
Buying a new car can be exciting, perhaps because you got to order the color, engine and specific add-ons that were important. So the frustration level will likely be just as great if that so-called “dream” SUV does not work right. Suddenly, that old reliable car you...
One of the benefits of buying a new motor vehicle and a newer used one is that it likely comes with a warranty. This provides peace of mind for those who do not want to continue to pay money on repairs and replacements after spending a lot to purchase the vehicle. A...
The mild weather here in Southern California is often the envy of people in colder climates. While the climate is pleasant for people who do not like the snow, there are inevitable tradeoffs – notably when the summer heat sets in. After a day in an open parking lot,...
You purchased a new car a month ago, and you are beginning to regret it. The vehicle has already been in the shop because a dome light didn't work, and more importantly, the check engine light keeps going on. The light was a simple defective bulb replacement, but the...
