Update: I went to the Buick-GMC dealer today. No issues whatsoever, and I was in and out in about an hour. I stand by what I said about seeking a Buick-GMC dealership if you can.

Personal opinion: stick with OE on anything built after 1996 where you have OBD-II. I used to work as an auto technician, and found that when sticking with OE you will bet the best performance and longest service life. I second the opinion about Champion. I will also add that I will not use Bosch in...

I also use the Toyota oil filters, as they are about the same price as a Fram, Wix, or any other aftermarket brand. I also have found that the Toyota dealership is competitive on maintenance fluids etc. The T-IV ATF is about $6 a quart at the Toyota dealership, the GM brand of the same stuff was clo...

If the Vibe is recalled, go to a Buick-GMC dealership. I explain why in the "Problems & Warranty Issues" section.

I have been a "lurker" here for a while, as I am responsible for maintaining my mothers 2007 Vibe. After my experience with recall 14491 so far, I thought I would sign up here and share my experience. The dealership where my mother's Vibe was purchased new no longer handles any GM products...