Talking Cars 310: We Answer Your Questions
Our audience members ask us about oil overfills, buying an EV in 2022, and modifying an SUV
Main theme: It’s another all-questions episode! This week, we field questions about motor oil, whether an owner should be worried about the engine in a plug-in hybrid that isn’t used often, and which car colors are safest.
- Why did Volvo change the oil specification in my Volvo XC60?
- Will there be any negative consequences to raising the suspension and putting bigger wheels and tires on my Toyota Highlander Hybrid?
- How can I get my child safety seat secure, and is it possible to make the harnesses too tight?
- What should I do if I get my car back from service and the mechanics overfilled the oil?
- Should I wait until 2022 to buy an electric vehicle instead of buying one this year?
- Is there any evidence that some car colors are more or less safe than others?
- Since my daily commute in my plug-in hybrid is totally on electric power, does it pose any problems for my engine if I don’t use it that often?
Photo: Consumer Reports Photo: Consumer Reports
As with other “Talking Cars” episodes, this one is available free through Apple Podcasts. (Subscribe to the audio or video.) You’ll also find the audio on Spotify (log-in required) and video on YouTube.
- 2021 Nissan Rogue, Ford F-150 Lightning, episode 309
- 2022 Acura MDX, Cars for Teens, episode 308
- Kia Sorento, Gas Shortages, and Dangerous Tires, episode 307
- 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, episode 306
- Talking About CR’s Recent Tesla Coverage, episode 305
Have a Question?
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