Car owners dread few things quite as much as a vehicle's "Check Engine" light. However, the dreaded signal doesn't always foretell a worst-case scenario for motorists. They can even help prevent ...

It's a common misconception that modern fuel-injected engines are more immune to flooding than older carbureted motors. Given the right (or wrong) conditions, any internal combustion engine –- whether ...

Cracked block? There aren't many two-word combinations that send a shiver up a car guy's spine. In most cases that means the block is DOA, and it's worth its weight in scrap only. Sometimes there is ...

When your car heater core malfunctions or wears out, it seriously threatens the engine if not rapidly repaired. Heater cores use the engine's coolant to heat the air in your car and serve as a heat ...

The top end of the technology ladder is held by a scan tool. This car diagnostic tool plugs into the OBD-II port (“OBD” is an acronym for on-board diagnostics, and the “II” designates the second ...

As your car gets older, it can begin to run, shall we say…poorly. And that’s even with keeping up with oil changes, cleaning the air filter, and throwing fresh plugs in it whenever you should. Part of ...

Auto repair loans are personal loans that cover expenses related to car repairs. Car repair loans can provide fast financing and typically come with lower APRs than credit cards. Borrowers may get ...

The most frequent “check engine light” fix noted in a recent report is to replace the catalytic converter, which costs an average $1,313. It should come as no surprise to anyone who’s been paying ...

Phyllis Blumberg was excited when she bought her Nissan Leaf Plus in 2019. An environmental advocate, she was drawn to the Leaf’s promise of reduced tailpipe emissions. She also appreciated the Plus ...