Q: The car cannot go faster than 3 mph

asked by on May 24, 2016

My car doesn't accelerate. I tried to give it more gas and keep the foot on the gas pedal all the way to the floor, but it just cannot increase speed over 3 mph. What could be the problem? I appreciate your help.

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