Q: Engine
Whenever I press the gas the acceleration meter goes up but my car isn't running moving as it should be
My car has 179000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
If the engine is revving up but the car does not move then you have a transmission slipping problem. If it has a manual transmission then it may be the clutch. Either way it is a transmission problem and will need further diagnosis. Check fluid is not low and if okay then have a mechanic like one from YourMechanic check it for you.
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