Warren Stoddard II

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About

Warren Stoddard II is an avid enthusiast of vintage vehicles. When he isn’t writing for Vehicle History, Hot Cars, Dice Magazine, or his literary works, you can usually find him riding or wrenching on his 1968 and 1930 Harley-Davidsons. When the weather is bad, he takes his ’67 Dodge D100.

Following his graduation from Texas State University in 2018, Warren’s writing has been featured in The Antonym, Into the Void, and numerous publications around the globe, where they have received several honors. He is the author of the novella No Birds in Yesterday, and the short-story collection A Good Place on the Banks of the Euphrates.

About

Warren Stoddard II is an avid enthusiast of vintage vehicles. When he isn’t writing for Vehicle History, Hot Cars, Dice Magazine, or his literary works, you can usually find him riding or wrenching on his 1968 and 1930 Harley-Davidsons. When the weather is bad, he takes his ’67 Dodge D100.

Following his graduation from Texas State University in 2018, Warren’s writing has been featured in The Antonym, Into the Void, and numerous publications around the globe, where they have received several honors. He is the author of the novella No Birds in Yesterday, and the short-story collection A Good Place on the Banks of the Euphrates.

Articles

Due to heavy oil consumption and low-quality manufacturing, the 2011 GMC Terrain is susceptible to catastrophic drivetrain failure at low mileages, and repair costs for engines, transmissions, and...
Apr 29, 2022
Though it has been hit with nine recalls over safety issues, the 2011 Toyota Tacoma is still quite reliable, and complaints not involving recalls are few. But the annual maintenance cost is a bit...
Apr 14, 2022
The GMC Yukon has a dependable and long-lasting drivetrain that should last 250,000 miles or more. However, despite the drivetrain’s stout nature, the Yukon’s chassis begins to fall apart as the...
Apr 4, 2022
The 2016 Jeep Cherokee has a near-perfect overall safety rating. But it has some reported problems, too. Its problematic drivetrain has led to transmissions spontaneously failing, engines leaking oil,...
Apr 1, 2022
2019 Ram 1500 issues are so numerous that it is difficult to keep track of them all. Recalls total nearly two dozen, and consumers’ problems often left their Ram pickups unusable after less than a...
Mar 21, 2022
Toyota’s 2011 Corolla is powered by a 1.8L inline-four engine, which is a long-distance machine that probably won’t ever leave its owner on the side of the road. But drivers expecting more power out...
Mar 14, 2022
The battery of the Tesla Model Y should last drivers between 300,000 to 500,000 miles, but the body of the vehicle surrounding the chassis is littered with so many problems that it takes years off the...
Mar 9, 2022
With the drivetrain and solid manufacturing to go the distance, many drivers will be disappointed by the discomfort experienced in the cab of the CR-V—from faulty air conditioning to bad seats and a...
Mar 7, 2022
With a durable drivetrain and few serious issues aside from susceptibility to rust, there are Transits that have made it halfway to a million miles of longevity in their lifespan. So, if proper...
Mar 2, 2022
The Forester has a longstanding reputation as a long-lasting compact SUV. But that has been put in jeopardy by a decade rife with recalls. The most notable problems range from the Takata airbag...
Mar 1, 2022
The current, fifth-generation Jeep Cherokee is able to reach 175,000 to 200,000 miles and two decades of longevity. But because its drivetrain is plagued by serious issues, it probably won’t happen...
Feb 24, 2022
The 2014 Highlander has some major safety concerns that were often addressed before the vehicles ever left the lot in 2014. And most other issues are little more than minor inconveniences. Key Points...
Feb 21, 2022
Early years of Rogue production were water-logged with transmission issues that usually meant a death knell for the original drivetrain at around 150,000 miles. Fortunately, newer models’ improvements...
Feb 18, 2022
A well-maintained Tundra is expected to last between 150,000 to 250,000 miles on average. But reaching 300,000 miles is not out of the norm. Plus, there are at least two documented cases of a...
Feb 16, 2022
The Subaru Outback is synonymous with the term ‘high-mileage car.’ But maintenance concerns have to be addressed to ensure the crossover SUV makes it to its reported 200,000-plus miles of...
Feb 15, 2022
For 2011, Honda equipped the Accord with a 3.5L V6 and a pair of 2.4L inline-fours. The engines make for an underpowered but nearly-perfect commuter car that should last past the quarter-million-mile...
Feb 8, 2022
Three of the 2013 Wrangler’s seven recalls involve injury prevention in a crash. Chief complaints among drivers cover the electrical system’s short-circuiting problems and a suspension that sometimes...
Feb 8, 2022
With its 2013 Sierra engine offerings, GMC has settled for a pickup truck with decidedly middle-of-the-road performance. It won’t break the bank, but the 1500 definitely won’t impress drivers with...
Feb 7, 2022
The 2017 4Runner is a rugged off-road SUV that holds its value exceptionally well. But gas mileage and comfort issues make the Toyota less suitable for everyday use. [article-navigation] Overview [1]...
Feb 7, 2022
The 2014 Sonata’s drivetrain is plagued by recalls that pose a serious risk for passengers. Complaints concerning steering and electrical issues that crop up after only 75,000 miles make some owners...
Jan 31, 2022
At its peak, the 2013 RAV4’s lone engine offering puts out 176 horsepower, but the engine’s torque and hp were never meant to wow buyers. It will, however, impress drivers who expect to get 15...
Jan 26, 2022
Carrying over from 2012 and offering both best-in-class towing capabilities and gas mileage, the 2013 F-150 engine lineup offers notable power and fuel economy, resulting in a truck that’s great for...
Jan 14, 2022