Author Archives: Chien Nguyen Van

Audi Q5 Years to Avoid: Complete Buyer’s Guide (2025)

Chien Nguyen Van

Table of Contents Avoid the 2009-2012, 2014, and 2018 Audi Q5 model years due to documented reliability issues including excessive oil consumption, timing chain failures, transmission problems, and electrical malfunctions[1]. The 2012 and 2014 Q5s...

Audi Q7 Years to Avoid: Complete Buyer’s Guide (2025)

Chien Nguyen Van

Table of Contents Avoid the 2007, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021 Audi Q7 model years due to documented reliability issues including excessive oil consumption, engine failures, electrical system malfunctions, and multiple NHTSA recalls[1]. The...

Audi A5 Years to Avoid: Complete Buyer’s Guide (2025)

Chien Nguyen Van

Table of Contents Avoid the 2010-2014 and 2018-2019 Audi A5 model years due to documented reliability issues including excessive oil consumption, timing chain failures, and airbag recalls[1]. The 2011 A5 is the most problematic year,...

Audi Q5 vs BMW X3: Which German SUV Wins in 2025?

Chien Nguyen Van

Table of Contents The BMW X3 wins for buyers prioritizing fuel efficiency (27/33 mpg vs 23/29 mpg), a sportier driving experience, and a slightly lower starting price of $51,125[1]. The Audi Q5 is the better...

Audi Q5 vs Lexus RX 350: Which Luxury SUV Wins in 2025?

Chien Nguyen Van

Table of Contents The Audi Q5 wins for buyers prioritizing value, fuel efficiency, and a sportier driving experience, starting at $45,400 with 26 mpg combined[1]. The Lexus RX 350 is the better choice for those...

Audi Q5 vs Genesis GV70: Which Luxury SUV Wins 2025?

Chien Nguyen Van

Table of Contents The Genesis GV70 wins this comparison for most buyers, offering significantly more power from its base engine (300 hp vs 201 hp), a class-leading 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and comparable pricing at $47,050...

Do You Check Oil When Car Is Hot or Cold? (Explained)

Chien Nguyen Van

Table of Contents For most vehicles, checking oil when the engine is cold provides the most accurate reading[1]. When cold (after the car has sat for at least 30 minutes), all oil has drained back...

How Many Gallons of Gas Does a Car Hold? (By Type)

Chien Nguyen Van

Table of Contents Most cars hold between 12 and 16 gallons of gas, though fuel tank capacity varies significantly by vehicle type[1]. Compact cars typically have tanks in the 10-13 gallon range, mid-size sedans hold...

How to Fix Car AC Blowing Hot Air (Causes & Costs)

Chien Nguyen Van

Table of Contents A car AC blowing hot air is most commonly caused by low refrigerant levels due to a leak, a faulty compressor, or a clogged condenser[1]. Start by checking whether the AC compressor...

How to Get Pot Smell Out of a Car (Complete Guide)

Chien Nguyen Van

Table of Contents Removing cannabis odor from a car requires a combination of thorough interior cleaning, HVAC system treatment, and deodorization[1]. For mild odors, ventilation and surface cleaning with a vinegar-water solution may be sufficient[2]....