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Motor 1
06-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
'Anyone Else Ever Experience This?' Woman's Car Is on E. But It Also Won't Take Any Gas
A woman recently went viral on TikTok after sharing a strange problem with her car: Despite the fuel gauge reading empty, it wouldn't take any gas. 'My car legit won't take gas and it's on E. WTF!' Krista Poe ( @kristataylor25 ) said in a now-viral video. Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . In the short clip, Poe struggles to insert a gas pump into her car's fuel tank. But no matter how many times she tries, the gas keeps spilling out. 'Anyone else ever experience this?' she wrote in the caption. 'The car is on E and it legit won't take the gas, it just spills out everywhere. WTH is going on!!?' The video has racked up over 1.7 million views since Sunday, with viewers flooding the comments to offer theories. What's the Issue? While it's hard to diagnose the exact problem without inspecting the car, several common culprits could explain why a vehicle might refuse to accept fuel—even when running on empty. Faulty or Clogged EVAP One likely source is the evaporative emissions system (EVAP), which prevents gas vapors from escaping into the air. If the EVAP canister or purge valve is clogged or faulty, the fuel tank may not vent properly, causing the pump to shut off or fuel to back up and spill out. Gas Station Malfunction Of course, the problem might not be with the car at all—it could be the gas station's pump. A malfunctioning or clogged nozzle can block fuel from flowing correctly, making it nearly impossible to fill the tank. In these cases, switching pumps or stations often solves the issue. Still, if the problem persists, Poe would be wise to call a mechanic—or roadside assistance like AAA—for a more thorough inspection. According to , potential quick fixes include checking the fuel cap, inspecting the filler neck for obstructions, cleaning the EVAP components (if you're comfortable doing so), or asking the gas station attendant for help switching pumps. Trending Now 'I Hope This Covers It:' Woman Sees $40 and a Note Under Her Windshield. Then She Sees What Happened to Her Kia 'BEAT ME IN A FOOTRACE:' Car Salesman Offers Unconventional Deal on New Car. Would You Do It? Risks of Running on Empty Some car issues are unpredictable. But driving on an empty tank isn't one of them. It's avoidable, and experts say it's a habit drivers should break. Car care professionals recommend keeping your gas tank at least a quarter full at all times. Why? For starters, if you run out of fuel, your engine will shut off—leaving you stranded wherever it happens. That could mean calling roadside assistance, hoofing it to the nearest gas station, or worse, being stuck on the side of a busy highway. But the inconvenience is only part of the problem. Driving on fumes can actually damage your vehicle over time. Critical parts like the fuel pump rely on gas for cooling and lubrication. When your tank is nearly empty, the pump can overheat or wear out faster, leading to expensive repairs. Viewers Offer Advice No one commenting on Poe's TikTok saw her car in person. That didn't stop them from playing mechanic in the replies. 'Gas gauge is broke,' one viewer speculated. 'Stuck on empty!!!' They weren't alone. Multiple commenters pointed to a possible faulty fuel gauge as the culprit behind Poe's struggle at the pump. 'Is your gauge broken?' another asked. 'Your fuel gauge is not measuring properly,' a third chimed in. Others, meanwhile, were more concerned with the safety risks of repeatedly spilling gas while filming . A few viewers scolded Poe for continuing to pump fuel despite the clear malfunction—and doing so on camera. 'Who keeps squeezing the gasoline all over the car and the ground??' one incredulous commenter wrote. 'That was a great idea to spill gas everywhere,' another quipped. 'Over and over.' 'It's fun watching people not understand how dangerous their situation is,' added the top-liked comment. Motor1 has reached out to Poe via a TikTok direct message. We'll be sure to update this if she responds. More From Motor1 'I Guess if It Works, It Works:' Mechanic of 23 Years Works on Ford Ranger. He's Never Seen Something Like This 'They Should Teach This in Drivers Ed:' Woman Stops at Gas Station. Then She Reads the Fine Print on the Nozzles Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
CNET
05-07-2025
- Automotive
- CNET
The Car Battery Jump Starter I Recommend to Everyone Is 40% Off With This Remaining July 4th Deal
I learned a lot about cars from my grandfather who was an auto mechanic, but I never had to deal with car troubles on my own until I had to jump-start my car battery by myself. My beloved 2011 Toyota was making a weird sound when I turned the key and wouldn't start. Like any responsible young adult, I immediately FaceTimed my dad and played the sound for him. He determined in less than a minute that I'd need to jump-start my car to get it running. (Spoiler: He was right.) Ever since then, I've been sure to keep several key items in my car in case of an emergency, and one of those is a portable jump starter. The Powrun P-One is the jump starter I keep in my trunk, and I recommend it to absolutely everyone I know. Right now, you can get it for just $60 with this lingering Fourth of July deal. That's 40% off the normal list price of $100. This 12-volt portable jump starter battery pack can start my car in seconds without another car or anyone else's help. Complete with mini jumper cables and instructions, it's practically idiot-proof. (I say this proudly as a car idiot who has used this pack several times to jump-start my car.) It's incredibly easy to use. You prepare your car like you would if you were jumping it from another car. Pop the hood, locate the battery and attach the jumper cables. Then, using the black connector attached to the jumper cables, you plug the jumper cables into the battery pack, matching up the blue plug to the corresponding port on the battery pack. Then, you flip the switch to turn the battery pack on, and a green light on the jumper cable connector will signal you have a good connection. All you have to do is retry starting your car, and that extra charge bank should give you the juice you need to get it running. This battery has enough juice to jump-start your car up to 25 times from a single charge and is compatible with 12-volt gasoline and diesel engines. Plus, it has an intelligent safety system (in the form of eight types of protection systems) to make sure you don't electrocute yourself. In addition to helping you get moving, this battery also comes with a flashlight, compass and ports you can use to charge your phone or other devices. It also has a display screen that shows your usage and remaining battery power. It's lightweight, compact and easy to store in your glove box or trunk. This is everything that comes with the battery jump starter. Amazon Why I recommend the Powrun P-One to everyone I don't like to tout any product as life-saving, but this one really could be. Luckily for me, my car battery died during daylight hours in a relatively safe place, but the situation easily could've been much worse. Aside from the convenience of not needing another car to get a jump start, this portable jump starter is as much a safety tool as it is a car tool. I feel much better driving around knowing I have it in my trunk, ready to go if needed. If you use the Powrun P-One only once, it'll probably provide relief that will justify its purchase. While you might not normally think of a jump starter as a gift, here me out: It's actually a great gifting idea for the young adults in your life. This jump starter may not be the "coolest" of gift for recent grads, but it's practical, thoughtful and sets the recipient up for real-world adulting. Plus, if your giftee ever needs it, you can most definitely expect a thank you call or text afterward. Speaking of, here's our list of 50 unique gifts for people who already have everything.
