Engine knocking, or detonation, occurs when fuel in the cylinders ignites unevenly, causing metallic pinging sounds, reduced ...

When I attended technical school studying automotive service technology many years ago, among the first things my instructor taught us was the basic principles of how an engine works. These principles ...

No smoke machine? No problem. Learn how to check for engine vacuum leaks using visual cues, soapy water, and DIY tricks to ...

Short, punchy TikTok clips are now telling drivers to pour household liquids into gas tanks, […] ...

It's a big day. You've finally installed that lumpy cam in your big-block street-stormer, and you're ready for the testdrive. The cam's all broken in, the timing and ...

Your car's engine, whether gas, diesel, or hybrid, requires sufficient oil to operate smoothly. Too much oil is bad for any engine, but the right amount offers protection against cold starts, reduces ...

Your radiator is just as essential to your car’s operation as the engine itself. According to BookMyGarage, the farthest you can drive without a fully functioning radiator is about a quarter of a mile ...

There is one inescapable issue all vehicle owners deal with – fuel quality. Gasoline engines get dirty on the inside, especially with today’s ethanol-added fuels that might form more deposits than ...

The government is investigating dozens of new complaints about L87 V8s failing after a recall fix was supposed to resolve the ...

The owner of a 2022 Hyundai Elantra N took his car to the dealership to solve an engine issue. The car was still under warranty, but the dealership voided it and told him he would have to pay for the ...

When it comes to automotive service facilities, Consumer Reports members prefer independent shops—and, in some cases, chains—over dealerships, according to our annual survey. The survey results show ...

Roseann Freitas, PR & Communications Manager for the Better Business Bureau Great West & Pacific, joins producer/host Coralie Chun Matayoshi to discuss what you can do to avoid having to hire a ...