The check engine light means one of your car’s systems is malfunctioning. If it’s flashing, pull over as soon as you safely can. If it’s steady, follow these simple steps. Many, or all, of the ...

What’s the fastest way to a mental breakdown in your garage, and why is it an ignition issue? No doubt, that stress headache comes on strong when your car was running a minute ago, whereas now it’s ...

Next time when you're browsing for new spark plugs, pay attention to the temperature ranges. What are the pros and cons of ...

Read a good spark plug lately? We hope so, for your engine's sake. But spark plug reading—the traditional way to check your fuel mixture and monitor other vital conditions in the combustion chamber ...

An average car dies many deaths, but with the right owner, it can always live to drive another day. When something fails, a DIY diagnosis and fix can save money and eliminate the inconveniences of ...

As vehicles continue to advance, some automotive tools are starting to become irrelevant. Here's one that isn't as popular as ...

Your car's dashboard symbols generally fall under one of two categories: specific indicators with a single clear meaning and broad warnings with multiple potential causes. Specific indicators like the ...

The costs of buying a new or used car have climbed in recent years, and so has the average repair bill. If a vehicle purchase or major repair isn’t in the cards (or budget), maintaining the health of ...