Oil spills on the garage floor are somewhat common, and your instinct would be to clean them in a hurry. You might want to avoid stuff like bleach.

First, check to make sure the car's tailpipe isn’t blocked by snow or ice. You’ll be running the engine, so everything has to be clear. Start the engine and turn on the rear window defroster. Turn on ...

Some common snow-removal habits can scratch paint, crack glass or damage trim. Experts say warming your car and using the right tools can prevent costly repairs. A few simple do’s and don'ts can ...

Thousands of Texans are still without power on Tuesday morning, but power was restored to the vast majority of North Texans, according to the Oncor outage map. As of 7:30 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 27, ...

When temperatures plunge, a frozen car can feel less like an inconvenience and more like a mechanical emergency. Handled poorly, those first few minutes of winter driving can shorten engine life, ...

Drivers can prevent car doors from freezing by coating the rubber seals with a glycerin-based moisturizer. Using a car cover is another effective way to protect doors and locks from freezing moisture.

WASHINGTON — It’s a morning habit many people have during the winter months: We grab our coffee, pull on a coat, start the car and let it idle while we finish getting ready. The goal is to warm up the ...

Winter weather can increase the likelihood of multi-car accidents on busy roads and highways. Some collisions may not be avoidable, but drivers can take steps to reduce the damage to their vehicles by ...

In this video, I share the story of buying a used Mini Paceman from Bradford for £2,000—without keys. After programming a new key and finally getting the car started, I discovered a serious engine ...