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Honda Civic, Accord, and CRV- Common Maintenance Problems and How to Avoid Them

Tomorrow's Technician

That said, like any other car, they have some potential problems you may have to help a customer with. Honda recommends doing this every 30,00060,000 miles, depending on how hard the customer drives their car. In 2014, the Accord was equipped with electric power steering. Yikes, right? The good news?

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Common Issues on the Tesla Model S

RepairSmith

Failures often involve mechanical breakage or motor issues, preventing proper door access and necessitating replacements or mechanical adjustments. Battery Protection Early Tesla Model S units (2012–2014) encountered some isolated incidents involving battery fires caused by road debris puncturing the battery pack.

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Common Issues on the Kia Soul (2nd Generation)

RepairSmith

The second-generation Kia Soul, covering model years 2014 through 2019, is known for its distinctive styling, fuel economy, and overall affordability. Consistent maintenance helps identify potential issues early, reduces the likelihood of severe mechanical failures, and ensures the long-term reliability and safety of your Kia Soul.

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Formula E Wants To Know If 800 Horsepower, All-Wheel Drive And More Grip Is Enough To Make You Care

Jalopnik

This season the series introduced its Gen 3 Evo car updates which saw the addition of all-wheel drive under certain circumstances, big power swings, and more grip for faster racing and better action than ever. The new car hasnt been shown yet, just a few morsels regarding how it will be specd. Lets dive in.

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Common Issues on the BMW M3 (F80)

RepairSmith

The 2014 to 2018 BMW M3 is known as the F80, and it brought some massive changes to this popular BMW model. Below, well explore some of the issues most frequently reported by F80 owners and mechanics, along with tips for keeping your M3 in optimal shape.

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BMW X5 Common Problems

Alex's Autohaus

But even a vehicle of this caliber has its share of recurring mechanical issues. Oil leaks have been known to occur in the E70 (2007–2013) and early F15 (2014–2018) models. These parts can crack or leak, causing the engine to overheat, which is always one of the most dangerous situations for any car.

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From $30K to $300K: The Turnaround Story of A.B. Hadley

Ratchet + Wrench

In 2014, Lambert met business coach and founder of The Institute, Cecil Bullard. A historic auto repair shop in the area went up for sale, and the shop just happened to be where Lambert’s father had his very first mechanic job, giving him a personal connection to the location. Lambert saw an opportunity.