Among the many pesky issues that can confound do-it-yourself mechanics, one of the most simple yet elusive that impacts overall drivability is the common vacuum leak. This is especially true if you're ...

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 ...

Engine knocking, or detonation, occurs when fuel in the cylinders ignites unevenly, causing metallic pinging sounds, reduced power, and potential engine damage. Key causes include low-octane fuel, ...

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) ...

As a general rule of automotive ownership, you never want to see your car smoking. Flames from the exhaust, maybe. But smoke? That’s a hard no. Regardless of the color, smoke is an abnormality and ...

Whether it’s traveling to work, getting your kids to school or heading to an important appointment, your car is a necessity — not a luxury. So it’s scary to see your check engine light come on or hear ...

Ford Motor Company is recalling 47,804 vehicles in the United States over a potential engine failure risk, and the fix will ...

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