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Do cracks in tires mean it’s time to replace them?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader about tire life. The post Do cracks in tires mean it’s time to replace them? appeared first on Boston.com.

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I’m getting a concerning message from my plug-in hybrid

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader trying to diagnose an alarming error message. The post I’m getting a concerning message from my plug-in hybrid appeared first on...

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Is it a good idea to upgrade to a newer used car?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader considering selling a 2012 vehicle and buying a 2018. The post Is it a good idea to upgrade to a newer used car? appeared first...

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In search of a vehicle with a smart parking feature

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader looking for a vehicle that can park itself. The post In search of a vehicle with a smart parking feature appeared first on...

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How will my car’s start-stop technology affect the starter and battery?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader with concerns about their car’s stop-start feature. The post How will my car’s start-stop technology affect the starter and...

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What could cause a car to suddenly slow down on the highway?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question about a vehicle that unexpectedly slows down on the highway. The post What could cause a car to suddenly slow down on the highway? appeared...

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Should I have my rotors resurfaced or just buy new ones?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader dealing with rusty rotors on his SUV. The post Should I have my rotors resurfaced or just buy new ones? appeared first on...

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How can I tell whether an online car deal is a scam?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader wondering whether an online car deal was legitimate. The post How can I tell whether an online car deal is a scam? appeared first...

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My lack of driving is causing multiple issues with my car

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader who is only driving about five miles per week. The post My lack of driving is causing multiple issues with my car appeared first...

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My truck’s engine fan won’t stop running

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader whose 2011 pickup truck has a fan that never quits. The post My truck’s engine fan won’t stop running appeared first on Boston.com.

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A reader contemplates a car-free life

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader considering getting by without a car. The post A reader contemplates a car-free life appeared first on Boston.com.

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In search of a vehicle with a smart parking feature

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader looking for a vehicle that can park itself. The post In search of a vehicle with a smart parking feature appeared first on...

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How will my car’s start-stop technology affect the starter and battery?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader with concerns about their car’s stop-start feature. The post How will my car’s start-stop technology affect the starter and...

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My lack of driving is causing multiple issues with my car

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader who is only driving about five miles per week. The post My lack of driving is causing multiple issues with my car appeared first...

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Should I upgrade the brakes on my 2007 SUV?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader considering making changes to an older SUV’s brake system. The post Should I upgrade the brakes on my 2007 SUV? appeared first on...

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Am I being overcharged for a headlight replacement?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader questioning the cost of a needed headlight assembly repair. The post Am I being overcharged for a headlight replacement? appeared...

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Should I have my rotors resurfaced or just buy new ones?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader dealing with rusty rotors on his SUV. The post Should I have my rotors resurfaced or just buy new ones? appeared first on...

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My lack of driving is causing multiple issues with my car

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader who is only driving about five miles per week. The post My lack of driving is causing multiple issues with my car appeared first...

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Can driving in Eco mode damage my engine?

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader who has heard rumors about problems related to Eco mode. The post Can driving in Eco mode damage my engine? appeared first on...

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A repaired gas leak leads to new fuel gauge problem

John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader who is frustrated by a fuel gauge issue on an older car. The post A repaired gas leak leads to new fuel gauge problem appeared...

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