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 ...

If your car isn't starting, don't rush off to the mechanic immediately - there are plenty of fixes you can try first, especially if it's still turning over.

Engine overheating is a severe problem that many drivers encounter after years of vehicle ownership. Usually, it is due to some cooling system component becoming faulty or the coolant itself being ...

Mass air flow sensors fail most often in cars but a $20 air filter replacement every 12,000 miles prevents the $250-400 repair bills most drivers face.

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 ...

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 ...

Hurricane Helene whipped its way through the Carolinas in September, and I worried. My father, Harry Wertheimer, lives in upstate South Carolina, and his area was in Helene’s path. The storm could ...

If you've ever seen a port by your car's dashboard that can't charge your phone or provide auxiliary power from your vehicle's battery, there's a good chance that it is an OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) ...