Cars and Drivers http://cars-and-drivers.net Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:32:23 +0000 en hourly 1 © No No How can I install a subwoofer if the car stereo does not have an output ? http://cars-and-drivers.net/how-can-i-install-a-subwoofer-if-the-car-stereo-does-not-have-an-output/ http://cars-and-drivers.net/how-can-i-install-a-subwoofer-if-the-car-stereo-does-not-have-an-output/#comments Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:32:23 +0000 http://cars-and-drivers.net/how-can-i-install-a-subwoofer-if-the-car-stereo-does-not-have-an-output/
nobuy0820 asked:


Hi all, thanks for reading my question!

I have a subwoofer and amplifier from my older car and would like to install them for my new car (Toyota Highlander). The CD stereo is the original stock, and I have already taken it out of the dashboard and checked what optional outputs it has on the back. It actually did not have a subwoofer output. When I asked car audio staff at Best Buy, he said that we can use a splitter (I am not sure if it is correct) and get the cable hooked up from the speakers on the door.

I know if I take my car to car audio shops, I can get it done fast. But I dnt want to leave my car for a few days because I need to drive it everyday. Have someone done this before ? Is there any website that instruct the installation or sell the splitter I have mentioned before ? Thank you, all!

Joseph

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kkool asked:


Hi All, can anyone kindly tell me the make and model of the car driven by Morphues during the freeway fight scene from matrix reloaded movie?

Would the car by any chance be a Chrysler 300c or Ford????

Thanks

Marion

]]> http://cars-and-drivers.net/what-car-was-driven-by-morpheus-during-the-freeway-scene-from-matrix-reloaded/feed/ My car is making a clicking noise when i start the engine? http://cars-and-drivers.net/my-car-is-making-a-clicking-noise-when-i-start-the-engine/ http://cars-and-drivers.net/my-car-is-making-a-clicking-noise-when-i-start-the-engine/#comments Fri, 05 Mar 2010 22:13:10 +0000 http://cars-and-drivers.net/my-car-is-making-a-clicking-noise-when-i-start-the-engine/
Sid asked:


I noticed a clicking sound coming from my car engine recently. I did a quick check in my engine and found that I was very low on oil. Usually I check my oil every couple of weeks but I was extremely recently and forgot to do any regular checks on my car. Anyway, I went today to get my oil and filter changed at the mechanics, but its still making the clicking noise. Is there something else that could be causing the clicking? Like the engine belt or the valve tappets in the engine?

Jerry
]]> http://cars-and-drivers.net/my-car-is-making-a-clicking-noise-when-i-start-the-engine/feed/ Why does my car make squeeky noises from the bottom of my car while driving? http://cars-and-drivers.net/why-does-my-car-make-squeeky-noises-from-the-bottom-of-my-car-while-driving/ http://cars-and-drivers.net/why-does-my-car-make-squeeky-noises-from-the-bottom-of-my-car-while-driving/#comments Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:24:32 +0000 http://cars-and-drivers.net/why-does-my-car-make-squeeky-noises-from-the-bottom-of-my-car-while-driving/
salondon asked:


The noise is tempremental, some journeys, there isnt a noise and other journeys the noise is there! Its coming from the bottom of my car, i think its the wheels, as it sounds like a rotating squeeky noise while im driving, fast or slow.

The car is MK 5 VW Golf, i had the cambelt changed couple of weeks ago, can this be related?

Rita

]]> http://cars-and-drivers.net/why-does-my-car-make-squeeky-noises-from-the-bottom-of-my-car-while-driving/feed/ What car would be dependable and safe for me? http://cars-and-drivers.net/what-car-would-be-dependable-and-safe-for-me/ http://cars-and-drivers.net/what-car-would-be-dependable-and-safe-for-me/#comments Sun, 14 Feb 2010 23:31:53 +0000 http://cars-and-drivers.net/what-car-would-be-dependable-and-safe-for-me/
kimmmxD asked:


I'm looking for a used car maybe a 2005-2006, and I like little cars but not expensive?
this is kinda my first time buying/ finding a car for myself. i had a 92' Honda accord. I go to the dealerships tomorrow with my dad by my side and the decisions are on me.

Stephen
]]> http://cars-and-drivers.net/what-car-would-be-dependable-and-safe-for-me/feed/ How do you get your car repaired, without getting ripped off? http://cars-and-drivers.net/how-do-you-get-your-car-repaired-without-getting-ripped-off/ http://cars-and-drivers.net/how-do-you-get-your-car-repaired-without-getting-ripped-off/#comments Sun, 07 Feb 2010 05:59:17 +0000 http://cars-and-drivers.net/how-do-you-get-your-car-repaired-without-getting-ripped-off/
bb54165 asked:


When you take your car in for a repair. It is not in the best interest of the place that fixes your car that your car run the next 100,000 without needing another visit to the garage. We hear all to often of once you bring your car in for something, you keep brining it in for other things.

Ramon
]]> http://cars-and-drivers.net/how-do-you-get-your-car-repaired-without-getting-ripped-off/feed/ what kind of car engine has a greater lifespan? http://cars-and-drivers.net/what-kind-of-car-engine-has-a-greater-lifespan/ http://cars-and-drivers.net/what-kind-of-car-engine-has-a-greater-lifespan/#comments Wed, 03 Feb 2010 02:39:44 +0000 http://cars-and-drivers.net/what-kind-of-car-engine-has-a-greater-lifespan/
ethereal_beauty06 asked:


I am thinking of buying a car and I am confused as to the kind of engine I should s, settle for, a diesel engine or a gasoline engine? Others say that a diesel engine is better than a gasoline engine. However, a diesel engine accordingly has a shorter lifespan.
If this is so, is there a standard lifespan for car engines? I need to know about this since I am also considering of buying a used car, hence I have to reckon with the number of mileage. I can't find anything on the internet about engine lifespan.

Marilyn
]]> http://cars-and-drivers.net/what-kind-of-car-engine-has-a-greater-lifespan/feed/ How do I check a car registration for tickets and infractions? http://cars-and-drivers.net/how-do-i-check-a-car-registration-for-tickets-and-infractions/ http://cars-and-drivers.net/how-do-i-check-a-car-registration-for-tickets-and-infractions/#comments Sun, 31 Jan 2010 10:03:00 +0000 http://cars-and-drivers.net/how-do-i-check-a-car-registration-for-tickets-and-infractions/
Michael L asked:


My daughter is currently driving a car, and has been driving a car, for the past two years where the car's registration is under my name. Based on her actions from receiving notice of a parking ticket, I suspect she has received other tickets and infractions with my registration. Is there any way to perform a check on my car's registration to see if this has occured?

Suzanne
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