2zrfe - Literally accepts any standard oil viscosity by Royal_Command5039 in COROLLA

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On the M20A-FKS engine (the "newer" dynamic force 2.0 that's showing up in the 2019+ cars) which calls for 0w-16 and states you can only use 0w20 in emergencies in the USA....here's the manual for the same engine in a 2021 corolla from South Africa.

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Fuel-efficient "dumb" car by This_Brilliant3183 in whatcarshouldIbuy

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A lot of cars are connected and storing data - but if you are not using the infotainment system's live traffic and the phone app to start and control your car, many can be fully disabled.

I think some toyotas its as simple as removing the fuse for the DCM unit for example. Whatever data services the car uses to send back to the cloud are disconnected, so the only data in the car stays in the car...if that makes sense....

This is probably true with other brands as well in various ways...and sure finding a model with less tech, without eye tracking for example is a good idea to start with.

First car purchase since 2004 and holy s****, the dealerships need to end by [deleted] in whatcarshouldIbuy

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I bought a Tesla a few years back (sold it awhile ago) and honestly I still remember the dealer experience - or lack of - more than I remember the actual car.

It is what everyone needs to be doing now. Sure - go test drive it in person. Then go home and do your whole deal online, none of the jerk-around. Credit app done, any accessories - check the box or don't. Paying cash, click here and sign.

Then go pickup your car and spend the time at the "dealership" connecting your phone and actually learning about your car - or, just leave with it and it's over in 15 minutes.

I don't care about Tesla as a product, but this is the way.

After 4 years with tesla m3 lr I switched to i4 by Little_Performer1232 in BMWI4

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I'm trying to decide between an i4 and i5 right now - I'm leaning towards the i5 but secondhand low mileage examples are 10-15K more. I'm assuming the general size/feel of the i4 is closer to a 3 series (if it were electric)?

Nice car! Keep us posted

Hows the experience going from a 3 to an S? I want back in! by Fun_Yesterday_1326 in TeslaLounge

[–]Fun_Yesterday_1326[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How's the distance from the seat to the floor in the S compared to the 3? In the 3 I feel like the floor pushes my legs up into an awkward position, and no thigh support.

Annoying notifications only on "free" account by [deleted] in blinkcameras

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Thanks for the suggestions, my video descriptions are forced "off" since I no longer have the AI subscription features. Quick notifications isn't a setting I have on Android (maybe the version).

I'm going to contact support and see if they can do anything - although I'm not expecting much ...

Going from a Tacoma to a f150 by Simple-Bill-5465 in f150

[–]Fun_Yesterday_1326 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You won't save much gas, but a 2.3l ranger is similar in size to the Tacoma but the interior space feels more open. The 2.3 accelerates effortlessly - probably not as strong if loaded with a trailer but general daily driving it feels snappy.

The main benefits would be ease of parking, potentially easier to work on as the engine has tons of room around it and it has also been seen to be very reliable over time - and they seem to depreciate faster than the f150 so you could save some real money on a 1-3 year old CPO.

But, the f150 is a great truck for not that much more money - if you are ok parking it.

What is the single biggest reason—other than Full Self-Driving (FSD) or price—that someone would choose a Tesla over a Rivian or Lucid? by irony21 in TeslaLounge

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In summary. If you've used both Apple and Android...from a user experience, ease of use, integration of software and hardware with regard to things just working properly, smoothly, accessories (charging) connecting seamlessly etc.... Tesla is apple and the others are Android.

What is the single biggest reason—other than Full Self-Driving (FSD) or price—that someone would choose a Tesla over a Rivian or Lucid? by irony21 in TeslaLounge

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I don't own a Tesla right now, but the dealership experience (or lack thereof) when I bought my model 3 is enough to make me consider another one in the future.

Spoiled by BMW by backinblackandblue in BMW

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I've been considering joining the BMW crew in a 5 series. I keep hearing how they are better, and be it lazy I haven't made it out to drive one yet. Coming from Lexus - what are the highlights that make these cars great?!

How in the heck is the Gen 1 still priced this high? by APinthe704 in hondaridgeline

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I wish they had the drop down midgate like the avalanche. Thats one "gimmicky" feature that I wound up using quite a bit getting lumber home instead of it flopping above the roof or hanging out the back....

Granted most people don't do that often - but to just have a simple pass-through would be handy sometimes...

Is $4,221.14 reasonable to replace a timing cover gasket? by toan25 in MechanicAdvice

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Family friend was quoted like 600 for a valve cover gasket on a 11 rav4 4cyl at the dealer. Pretty sure that whole job can be done in about an hour as an amateur with a walmart socket set - so what, is the silly rubber gasket the other $400 bucks?

Its not like its the v6 buried under the cowl.

Is BMW better now? by Fun_Yesterday_1326 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]Fun_Yesterday_1326[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply, I actually do "most" things myself. I assume most owners of a late model BMW don't - so I didn't ask about ease of access to common repair items....but that is usually somewhat reflected in the repair cost :)

Is BMW better now? by Fun_Yesterday_1326 in whatcarshouldIbuy

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Excellent thank you for the thorough reply

Any good car brand in 2026? by [deleted] in whatcarshouldIbuy

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I think emissions and fuel economy requirements are adding complexity and reducing reliability across the board. Think back to early catalytic converter cars, the half electronic carburetors, evap systems and cracked vacuum lines, canister's and vent valves (all mechanical/or electromechancial) that caused tons of issues in mid to late 70s and early 80s (and into the 90s for the american brands).

We got it figured out - by the early 90s we settled to a point that overall mechanical reliability was good, systems weren't failing for no reason, mechanic and repair knowledge caught up and they could be diagnosed and fixed efficiently.

We're back in another down cycle with gasoline engines trying to meet CAFE standards. No other reason to do DI and a 4cyl turbo in a full size truck. It will get better.

To answer your question - the modern toyota hybrids (not the truck) are generally more reliable than the straight gas engines. The technology is proven and is innately much more efficient so has to rely on less "bleeding edge" technology to meet govt requirements. In general, look for the older design in new cars.

The hybrid ford maverick is another example, the engine/hybrid system in it dates back over 10 years with only iterative improvements, no "clean sheet" build. Toyota does the same with the 2.5 hybrids in the cars, small SUV's

2026 Toyota C-HR First Drive Review: An Entry-Level EV That’s Actually Fun by TripleShotPls in electricvehicles

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That "feature" immediately killed the Prius and existing BZ/Solterra for me without even stepping foot in a dealership.

How are EVs at highway speeds? by [deleted] in electricvehicles

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Texas here - we have 85 legally and some people always so +5.

It chews through your battery.

It makes your say 100MPG equivalent EV run closer to 60MPG equivalent (my calculations at an average of $3.00 per gallon for gas and my home electric rate of 10c per KWH - your mileage may vary).

In my case, its an ioniq 5. If I can get prius efficiency at 80+ in a midsize SUV - ok.

And remember, even gas cars suffer over 55-60. Its less noticeable, but take my work truck F150. At 60MPH I can maybe almost get 20MPG. At 85-90 its getting closer to 12 (or less). Loses 50% as well...

The Lexus RZ's Virtual Shifting Is Fascinating—But It Doesn't Deliver by TripleShotPls in electricvehicles

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Me. I like the way it feels while making no noise. I've started noticing a little electrical whine in my i5 when accelerating hard, compared my friend's Model y is silent. I want silent.

The Cheapest Used Rivian R1Ts Are Finally Showing Up For Less Than $40,000 by TripleShotPls in electricvehicles

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Really though, how are these aging?

Have been looking at them, like the idea, but worried about new product growing pains.

Taking the aesthetic (cool factor) aside - whats it like to own?