I just took my 2015 Toyota RAV4 to the shop for an oil change and brake check. They sent a list of recommendations — one of which was new rear shocks. The shocks were replaced around 27,000 miles ago ...

I’m sure you’ve probably heard this before. “Your shocks and (or) struts are blown and need replacing.” You are quoted some astronomical price and you immediately ask yourself, “How important are ...

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Q I recently bought for my daughter a 1997 Ford T-bird from an acquaintance who bought it new, kept it in great shape and put only 60,000 miles on it. When taking it for an oil change and “inspection, ...

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DEAR CAR TALK: I just took my 2015 Toyota RAV4 to the shop for an oil change and brake check. They sent a list of recommendations -- one of which was new rear shocks. The shocks were replaced around ...