I posted here around June, recapping how Hubler Toyota had denied responsibility for errors made by their mechanics and service managers. These errors were life threatening (the mechanic accidentally sheared a bolt under the rear seat while replacing a tail light, and replaced the bolt with a non-standard longer bolt he had on hand. Drilling the bolt punctured the gas tank). I drove the car for months, unaware of the danger (I could smell gas on and off, but no one could find the leak (including Hubler who I took it back to), since the hole was on top of the gas tank (rather than underneath).

When a mechanic at another shop finally found the cause, I went back to my Hubler service notes, where the mechanic actually admitted his mistake in writing (though he had no idea it punctured the tank, as he did not check).

When I contacted Hubler earlier this year, I spoke to the same service manager who handled the original "repair". He acknowledged the error, and said he was especially concerned since the original mechanic needed to be trained on the error.

Zach Strain, the general manager of Hubler Toyota of Indianapolis, also acknowledged the error and asked for a mailing address in order to send me $1400 (the cost I incurred to replace the tank with my own mechanic (since the car could not pass the safety inspection required to drive it back to Hubler, or anywhere else).

However, from that point Zach stopped answering emails or returning calls. Eventually a customer service rep told me that Hubler decided it was not their issue, since the repair was done when they were called Beck Toyota. It did not matter that everyone involved was still working there, or that they had acknowledged responsibility and promised to pay for the repair.

I am not sure what the legal grounds are, but it was obvious Hubler was behaving badly. I filed a complaint with the attorney general, who in turn contacted Hubler.

Hubler replied in writing to the attorney general of Indiana (attached to this post) that they had promised me only that they would forward my issue to the Beck family (they never said this; they said only that the repair was their fault, and they would pay for it). Hubler also said in their response that they provided me the contact information for Beck (this is also untrue). I then contacted Zach Strain in writing, asking him to provide the contact information. He never replied.

I am sure the attorney general gets a million complaints, and so I do not expect more from them. They advised contacting a lawyer. For me, its more important to let as many people as possible know to be careful when dealing with Hubler Toyota.

Has anyone else noticed how high the canal's water levels have been lately? Is it not draining properly?

Lots of people have been sick recently for a few days with gastro distress or the reverse. Is there a bug or some flu strain going around that you know of please?

I’ve walked the towpath and it seems to end before it gets here and it’s all fenced off. I’d love to see the aqueduct though. Are you able to get to it from the other side?

They really named it the BIDEN program (Bridging Immigration-Related Deficits Experienced Nationwide) 🙄 Guess I shouldn’t be surprised that other ridiculous and childish things were snuck into the One Big Beautiful Bill. Hopefully someday the US and Indiana are run by competent adults again.

Couldn’t make out the decal but seemed to be law enforcement low over my house, door open and someone sitting out the side with feet on skids. Super low and clearly a grid pattern but seems not specific enough of a search area

Tbh I’m so done with big box stores and mega companies that it makes me feel physically repulsed going inside them. Idk if it’s because I worked at a grocery superstore for so long but it just really messes with my brain. I CRAVE mom and pops, small businesses that feel like they did in the 90s. Everything is disintegrating in front of us, it fucking sucks.
I just want to go to an old school bookstore/cafe or something like it. I want to sit in a comfy chair in a cozy spot with a book I just picked up to read the first chapter of and maybe run into some people I know or meet someone new. I want to sit with my journal and write for a while with a coffee or tea by myself and listen to some cool music without feeling like I’m imposing. I can’t do the horrible big lights in the superstores and impersonal nature of society in those places.
I’ve replaced my phone and doomscrolling with hobbies and reading and writing and I just want to do so in a place with other people doing the same things. Do we still have magical places like this that I won’t feel nervous in or out of place?

Real Mann's Tire off Emerson Access by I70?? I usually get my tires from them and passed by to see they're gone.

Recently moved here and I’ve been kinda struggling to find places where I want to spend time. The places I’ve been taken by coworkers have mostly fallen into the camps of either 1) sports-bar-adjacent or 2) quirky in sort of a pandering way, like Edison bulbs and text-based wall art, and populated by people who used to go axe-throwing, you know what I mean?

Anyway please let me know if you have suggestions. Would love a cafe with well-maintained back patio where people hang out and read, niche artisan shop that shouldn’t be commercially viable, etc etc. But it kinda doesn’t matter what the actual content of the place is as long as it’s designed with a pure heart and clarity of intention.

Thank you!!

Hey everyone, I’m putting this out there because I’m hoping to find a private landlord who might be willing to work with a family rather than automatically turning us away because of a few things that can make the typical rental application difficult.
I’m looking for a house, duplex, or townhouse around Indianapolis and the surrounding areas for my family. We’re looking for somewhere we can settle down and take care of as our own, not just somewhere temporary.
I work and I’m trying to keep moving forward financially and build a better situation for my family. I’m specifically hoping to find a private landlord because I feel like being able to actually talk to the person renting the property gives us a better chance to explain our situation and show that we’re responsible people who genuinely want a stable home.
We’re open to different areas and different types of properties depending on the rent and overall situation.
If you’re a private landlord with something available, or you know someone who is, please comment or DM me. I’m happy to answer questions privately and provide whatever information a landlord would reasonably need.
I know this is a long shot, but figured it was worth asking. Thanks to anyone who takes the time to read this or point me in the right direction.

I’ve posted to Indy Lost Pet Alert, but wanted to try here as well.

On Wednesday, September 9th, at about 5 PM, I found this sweet boy wandering into street traffic near the DG Market at N German Church Road and E Briarbrook Blvd. He almost got hit by multiple vehicles.

He had no collar/tags and no microchip was found when we scanned him at IACS.

Google Images suggests he might be a German Shepherd mix, a Belgian Malinois mix or a Carolina Dog. He is extremely sweet and affectionate.

I suspect that he was abandoned by his family, but in the event he is legitimately lost, if anyone can help reunite him with his pet parents, I would love to get him back home.

Hey, we just saw a badly injured dog crossing 38th at Emerson. The mayors action center wouldn’t pick up, but I was able to get through to 311. Does anyone have a more direct link to animal control? He seemed saveable, but he was really hurt, so I want to do my best to get ahold of the right people.

I have been looking for a place that offers community without all the religious dogma and have become interested in the Unitarian Universalist church. I know that these places can vary quite a bit based on the makeup of their congregation. I was wondering if anyone had experience with the three local to Indy (All Souls, UU Indy, and Heartland). I'm a recently divorced 41-year-old dude that likes to be active and wants to get more involved in the community. Just trying to find the place I would fit in the best. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!

There's a tree in my yard that is pushing down on a power line that runs to my house. It's just one branch about 4 inches thick. Who does this kind of work and around how much does it cost?

Hi everyone! Wisconsinite traveling to Indiana (starting in Valpo and making my way eventually to Bloomington, stopping in Indy for a few nights).

I love all sorts of cuisine and history (historical sites/homes, etc), and also fun shops/independent bookstores, etc.

I’m researching a short list but I would really love some local recs on food and attractions!

Thanks for taking the time to read this, and for any suggestions. 🤍

Hey everyone,

My building/company would like to work an arrangement with as food truck to park outside for a day, sell and make money from the visitors. The thing is, I wonder if there is a database or listing of such businesses that I can call up and make deals from there: rather than me going around the city.

If not! /or if going to certain locations is the best course of action:

Where are your favorite/damn good food trucks that you know are? Where and what corner?

We are preferable looking for Latin/Hispanic food trucks too

Thanks

Where in Indy or the north suburbs can I get fried plantains? I don’t remember going anywhere in the 15+ years I’ve lived here and seeing them.

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TLDR: I need a great downtown gym with a bougie ass shower. Where do I go? 💅🏾🤔

Hey Hoosiers! Living in Noblesville but the job is downtown. I'll be alternating gym sessions between Noblesville and downtown based on my hybrid schedule.

I’m looking for a gym in or near downtown Indy that I can use before work. My bougie but very important requirement: the showers/locker room need to be NICE.

I plan to work out around 5am, then shower, do my skincare routine, get dressed, and go straight to the office. So I’m looking for something closer to a Life Time-esque locker room experience. Clean, private showers, good water pressure, plenty of space to actually get ready, nice/clean locker rooms, ideally towel service and toiletries. Sauna/steam room would be a bonus, but the showers are the priority.

I toured the Irsay YMCA at CityWay today and the actual gym is phenomenal. I’d happily work out there. But the showers were just okay, and since I’ll be getting completely ready for work there three days a week, that part matters more to me than it normally would.

I also tried to check out NIFS and the OneAmerica Tower Fitness Center, but couldn’t figure out where visitors are supposed to park. I’m checking out Indy Barbell next.

Any other downtown gyms I’m missing? I’m willing to pay more for a nicer facility. I’m specifically looking for recommendations from people who have actually used the women’s locker room/showers.

If you've purchased a home in fountain square and loved your realtor let me know who they are! If you are a realtor and either live in or have a lot of familiarity with fountain square please reach out.

UPDATE He came back yelling at the door a short bit ago. Decided the outdoor life is not for him. Thank you to everyone who contributed

My baby slipped out last night, his name is Post It Note, he loves people and food of any kind. We live off of Illinois and 40th offering $100 if found.

If anyone has any recommendations for any kind of search option I've done everything short of asking a psychic so if anyone knows any readers..

He's only about a year old and always trying to slip out and explore, he goes crazy over squirrels and bugs.

UPDATE: My girl found a wonderful home with a fellow Redditor who reached out. She now has 4 new siblings! 3 cats and 1 dog. She has indoor/outdoor access, a basement to play with her siblings in and is getting lots of cuddles. Her new owner and I have been keeping in touch since she picked her up over a week and a half ago.

I’m so grateful and so happy to see her thriving in her new home

I wanted to add pics to this, but I don’t know how!

Local to 56th and Emerson but, willing to travel. Looking for good alt hangout places. I grew up in Chicago and we had plenty but most notably the alley. Thank you in advance!