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 sounds often cause concern for drivers. The HelloNation article explains that knocking, rattling, or squealing may signal anything from a loose belt to deeper mechanical troubles. Ignoring ...

Of the myriad warning lights on your car or truck’s dashboard, it seems the most ubiquitous is the “check engine” alert. When you see the "check engine" message or a symbol that looks like a car ...

While doing your own engine work often requires some specialized tools and hard work, you don't necessarily have to rely on ...

Generally, no. A typical car insurance policy only covers repairs if they're related to an accident. You likely won't be covered if your engine simply has a mechanical failure or other malfunction. In ...

The check engine light means one of your car’s systems is malfunctioning. If it’s flashing, pull over as soon as you safely can. If it’s steady, follow these simple steps. Many, or all, of the ...

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 ...

Despite the Mythbusters determining that, yes, golf ball-like dimples increase your fuel economy, your car’s dents don’t have the same effect. In fact, your dents may be decreasing your drag ...

Fresh off his inaugural piece in January's Oval Track Tech and Parts Guide, we caught up with Gary Geving from Chick-O-Motorsports to give us some tips and tricks on post-season teardown maintenance ...

Our team looked at over 100 of the top auto insurance providers in the U.S., from national providers like USAA, Travelers, and State Farm to regional providers like Erie Insurance. 8,500 Data Points ...

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