Q & A #52 With The Auto Specialist Thanks for joining me for today’s segment of the Auto Specialist. Earlier, I read that Toyota is making plans to double the global output of hybrid vehicles to over 1 million by 2011. Toyota and Honda continue to battle for the frontrunner position on low-emissions cars. To [...]
Q & A #51 With The Auto Specialist Welcome back to the Auto Specialist. Recently, I came across a news item about the Ford Motor Company that I found interesting. The New York Times reported that one of their key executives, Alan R. Mulally, had created a plan to take Ford back to the top [...]
Q & A #46 With The Auto Specialist Thanks for joining me for today’s segment of the Auto Specialist. If you’re new to this column, please feel free to explore the archives. Over the last several months, we’ve managed to compile a fantastic library of car-related knowledge. There are questions from readers about alternators, engine [...]
Q & A #42 With The Auto Specialist Thanks for joining me for today’s installment of the Auto Specialist. I’m reminded on a near-daily basis that most people remain unaware of what is happening under the hoods of their vehicles. For example, this morning, I helped a stranded driver replace a hose that had deteriorated. [...]
Last time, we helped Charlotte decide whether she should save a few dollars with a rebuilt alternator or invest in an OEM unit. We also answered a question from Brian regarding his engine’s spark knock. Today, I’ll answer a question from a reader named Jason regarding how auto repair shops fix their rates. We’ll also [...]
Q & A #40 With The Auto Specialist Welcome back to the latest installment of the Auto Specialist. We’ve been dedicating time with this regular column to answer readers’ questions about the problems they’re having with their vehicles. If you’re experiencing any issues with your car, truck, or SUV, there’s a good chance we’ve already [...]
Q & A #32 With The Auto Specialist Before we get started with today’s segment of the Auto Specialist, I’d like to get something off my chest. For those of you who have been reading this column from the beginning, what I’m about to say won’t surprise you. Consider it a reminder. On the other [...]
Q & A #24 With The honda accord specialist One of the most interesting trends I’ve noticed lately is that a growing number of people are keeping their older vehicles on the road rather than buying new ones. Older cars translates into older parts. And that means a greater likelihood of getting stranded as the [...]
Image by superciliousness via Flickr Q & A #12 With The Auto Specialist With the prices of new cars rising year after year, it makes more sense than ever to continue driving your current vehicle. Regular maintenance goes a long way toward keeping your car running smoothly. Of course, maintenance alone won’t prevent auto parts [...]
Q & A #8 With The Auto Specialist Regular readers of my Auto Specialist column will remember that we discussed car engine problems in the last segment. I also promised to address a reader’s problem that he’s experiencing with his vehicle’s brakes (they’re squealing even though they’re new). In today’s segment, we’ll address the gentleman’s [...]
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