BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) -- Fixing car issues like a flat tire or squeaky wheels is an annoying part of being a vehicle owner. A new study from Jones & Swanson found the most common car problems Louisiana drivers face using the highest number of average monthly searches. Data shows that a flat tire is the most common problem with 588 average monthly searches. Drivers shouldn't hesitate to get this problem fixed since it can damage wheels. Leaking oil and squeaking brakes are the second and third most common issues, with average monthly searches of 362 and 347. Steering wheel shaking ranked No. 4 with 312 average monthly searches, and transmission slipping ranked No. 5 with 293 average monthly searches. Lower-priced new cars are gaining popularity, and not just for cash-poor buyers Latest News Congress returns to finish up the year Premiums for Medicare Part B to rise in 2025: What to know After missing the mark for years, this toy finally makes the Toy Hall of Fame Who will be the next — and potentially last — secretary of Education? Donald Trump's new administration: Who has he chosen so far?