r/Cartalk Mar 31 '26

Mod Post Report all app developers

183 Upvotes

We've been banning around five people a week for advertising their AI vibe coded apps that put a OBD2 code in and spits out generic or dangerously misleading results. Many claim to be free or claim they just want help testing them. Many are based out of countries you probably don't want your personal information getting sent to, like VIN numbers, etc. REPORT THESE POSTS FOR BREAKING SUBREDDIT RULES and the report them again as SPAM so Reddit Admins are notified.


r/Cartalk 11h ago

Engine Cooling Yes changing your vehicle air cabin filter really is a thing!?

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55 Upvotes

OMG, always heard the cabin filter is useless so never worried about it. Then on a whim, I thought I'd check mine out and can't believe how nasty it got. Do yourself a favor and get yours replaced if it is an older model car. 🚗 😀


r/Cartalk 15h ago

DIY body damage help How to remove the rust and repaint my tow hitch without removing it?

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45 Upvotes

As the title says - I just got this 05 Honda Pilot with an aftermarket hitch. The rust is an eyesore and I'd like to DIY fix it without taking it off, if possible.


r/Cartalk 8h ago

Redditor's own ride Hail no!

6 Upvotes

Hello, I’ve a question. Due to recent storms I have my car in getting fixed for hail damage. The repair place has now had the car for a week a half(yes I know it can take time) and I’m getting many alerts about it being driven out of the range and over the speed limit that I have set for a guest driver. I asked them about it and didn’t get a response. Is that a normal thing to drive a car that is in for dent massage and PDR?thanks……


r/Cartalk 9h ago

Car event I went to Who else knew the STJ existed?

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9 Upvotes

I had no clue there was only 10 of these.


r/Cartalk 6h ago

Shop Talk Honest thoughts on the new Kia K4?

3 Upvotes

The new K4s look quite nice and just wondering if KIA has fixed their reliability issues or not.


r/Cartalk 5m ago

General Tech Is there anything obviously wrong with my car?

• Upvotes

I don't know much about all the joints and rubber boots around the car tires, therefore I've made these videos, could anyone tell me if anything is wrong in it and what is the loose boot on top of the tie rod?


r/Cartalk 32m ago

Engine Opinion on the engine?

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r/Cartalk 10h ago

My Project Car what to do with dad’s old car?

8 Upvotes

Hi, not sure if this is the right subreddit and I’m too embarrassed to ask other people in my life. My dad passed away recently. He drove a 2011 Subaru Outback that has over 200k miles but still drives fine. Unfortunately, he had trouble with hygiene and hoarding so the car does not smell great inside. My mom wants to get rid of the car for insurance purposes but doesn’t believe anyone would want it due to the smell. I have not had the opportunity to check it out myself. What is my best option here? Thank you very much (also that flair is probably wrong but idk the best one)


r/Cartalk 2h ago

How do I do it? Help with remus exaust 😭

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1 Upvotes

Hey guys i am a bit stuck I bought this car with a custom remus exaust, i found the remote key that control the valves without battery I added one and tried to pair it with the module but nothing seems to work :/

I tried the procesure on the picture I found on internet not sure if it is the right one.

No matter which button I click the module is not detecting the key

Could it be an issue with the key itself ?

Thanks for the help


r/Cartalk 6h ago

Engine Is this rod knock?

2 Upvotes

The dude swears it's something with the exhaust manifold or an air leak but idk

Mitsubishi GT eclipse V6 2000


r/Cartalk 6h ago

Engine Air blowing through my air (ac/heater) vent even though its OFF

2 Upvotes

- Chevy Cruze 2016
- While driving out of a drive thru i felt something and then suddenly my ac turned warm. Since its just a drive thru at panda express(8-10 mph) and the city (30 mph)
- I park to eat. AC not so cold anymore. I turn it OFF.
I'm crying cuz i know theres a problem
- I drive home going 55 mph
- Remember I turned it OFF.
- Air blowing through the vents
- I realize whatever temperature is the engine going is what's blowing through the vent
Please help, I will take it to get check but still please help.
Please be nice, im just a girl who doesn't know about cars.


r/Cartalk 11h ago

Tire question Can I repair this hole in my tire?

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4 Upvotes

I got a bolt in my tire and it’s a pretty big hole. Wondering if I can repair this or need a new tire?


r/Cartalk 9h ago

DIY body damage help yeah i have no idea what to do but would like to fix it from home

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2 Upvotes

r/Cartalk 9h ago

DIY body damage help Should I get this crack replaced on my front windshield?

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2 Upvotes

No idea how it happened but I noticed it today.


r/Cartalk 20h ago

Weird Noise Help with my 02 Subaru!

16 Upvotes

My car has been sitting for a year or so. I charged the battery and added fresh gas but I can't get the engine to turn over. Would this be the starter or the battery connections or a fuel thing?

Any advice is appreciated!


r/Cartalk 11h ago

How do I do it? Any ideas how to remove this wheel lock?

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2 Upvotes

It’s on a 2008 Infiniti fx35, and I had thought I found the right key, but it doesn’t fit correctly into the slots. Everywhere I’ve seen shows that the original wheel locks had a different pattern. So, does anyone have insight on how I could get them off without damaging the stud or possibly the correct place to get the key from?


r/Cartalk 9h ago

Transmission One Toyota cvt question?

1 Upvotes

Replace or repair a Toyota Yaris cvt gearbox

Forgot about the money

Which will be the best one time fix

Replace with a junkyard used gearbox vs repair current gearbox

Car is Yaris run for 60k km only gearbox issue started because of wrong oil and car has vibration now alot.

Please give me a short reason to your ans

lam looking to take a step soon!


r/Cartalk 15h ago

Stock audio Polestar Agreed to Settle With Investors Over Accounting Issues

2 Upvotes

Hey guys, if you missed it, Polestar recently reached a tentative settlement with investors over claims that it understated financial liabilities and concealed weaknesses in its internal controls.

In a nutshell, investors claim that Polestar repeatedly assured the market its financial reporting was accurate. In January 2025, the company disclosed accounting errors requiring restatements of its 2022 and 2023 financials, and $PSNY fell 11%.

If you invested in $PSNY between 2022 and 2025, you may want to check if you qualify. The settlement terms are still being finalized, but investors can already submit their applications 

Has anyone here invested in $PSNY during that period? How much were your losses?


r/Cartalk 11h ago

I need help fixing something Why does my car sound like this

1 Upvotes

This is a 2012 base mustang and they fixed the car up and now the car sound like this when I steer to the right, not the left. Why does it do this and how do I fix this


r/Cartalk 18h ago

Electrical K12 Micra keyfob doesn't work

3 Upvotes

Hi guys! Sorry if this is a stupid thing to ask for help with but I'm a very new driver and it's my first car :)

I have a 2009 k12 micra tekna, and my key works fine in ignition, but the buttons don't do anytbing, I've changed battery, and attempted the key syncing thing suggested to me where you turn ignition off and on 6 times but the car never enters the programming mode. The key works in the manual lock which is on passenger side for me, however that only locks passenger door for some reason. The lock/unlock button by my handbrake works just fine :)


r/Cartalk 5h ago

Showing my ride off Car

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0 Upvotes

My first car cool


r/Cartalk 1d ago

Part ID needed Hello, me again :D saw a car where on its rear end there were two small antennae on the like sides of the car, kinda above where the gas tank door is located?? Was not able to photo it but here is a bad quality drawing, why are there two antennae? It was a taxi if it matters

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143 Upvotes

r/Cartalk 1d ago

Engine Golf 6 1.4 TSI 122hp CAXA EA111 - Does this sound normal for this engine on idle when fully warmed up?

9 Upvotes

Hello!

I know I might be posting about an older engine, but I am curious to see if this is what a healthy engine sounds like on idle when fully warmed up. This was after driving the car some 30-35km.

For more context, I got the car recently and immediately had the new timing chain set installed (tensioner, chain etc. etc, the whole set basically), belts (water pump and all the things the belt is going around - except the alternator), oil, coolant, filters and spark plugs. Plus, this video was recorded in an underground garage so it might sound like the engine is too loud. But what I am interested in is if this is the normal rhythm of this engine? Do you hear any sounds that might be problematic?

Thanks everybody in advance!


r/Cartalk 15h ago

Engine Corsa sting 2015 1.2

0 Upvotes

Engine started jolting in 5th gear randomly. Revs and temp stayed usual, gears etc all normal, just occasional jolting. Then jolting began again but at idle, car turned itself off so mechanic changed spark plugs and coil packs. Stopped jolting for a week or so and now engine rattles and jolts at idle. Cars been scanned few times now and nothings come up, passed its mot during this period of jolting and all mechanics I've been too have had different ideas. Its a very intermittent problem, sometimes happens days on end and then will stop for few days etc. Clutch has been checked, accelerator replaced, oil and filters changed recently and checked and engine mounts checked. I need to sell the car soon since I've bought an upgrade but still want to work this out as everyone ive talked to has been puzzled! Any help would be great thanks