The terms "serpentine belt" and "timing belt" may sound interchangeable, but that couldn't be further from the truth. Here's the difference, and how to maintain each part.
Gasoline and diesel engines are fairly similar in principle, but you wouldn't want to bring a diesel to a gas fight. What's the difference, and which is right for you?
A car's engine will build up carbon deposits over time, so it's important to maintain it routinely. A carbon cleaning could be in order, but is it really worth it?
With Mercedes announcing it will stop making vehicles with internal combustion engines by 2030, this could be from the realization it is lagging behind the industry, or a move to placate stockholders.
The third-generation Mazda RX-7 was the most popular iteration of the sports car, but it was also unreliable. Swapping this expensive Honda engine could solve that issue.
Here's a look at the workings of auto start-stop systems in modern cars, and how the improved fuel economy could come with the trade off of engine wear and tear.
The throttle body on your car's engine is important as it lets air into it. Increasing the size of the throttle body can increase the engine's horsepower.
Modifying your car isn’t limited to extracting more horsepower, changing its ride height, or outer appearance, it can even mean modifying the parts that you don’t normally see upon first glance. For example, if you want to make your pride and joy a show car, then you have probably thought about wire tucking your car’s …
Owning multiple brands doesn’t just let automakers like Volkswagen have more market share. It also means those brands can share technology, from platforms to powertrains. So, if you’re looking at a used Audi, it’s very likely it has the same engine as a Volkswagen. Naturally, that means it can suffer from the same issues. But …
With how expensive engine repairs can be, a used Audi can easily turn from bargain to nightmare. However, while some Audis can be problematic, not all of them are. And while no engine is truly perfect, the ones described below are fairly trouble-free. For used Audis with a 1.8T or 2.0T, go with an EA113 …
Depreciation means buying a used Porsche can be tantalizingly affordable. That is, until the repair bill comes in, because, used or not, a Porsche is still a luxury vehicle. However, whether you’re talking 911 or Cayenne, the German brand’s modern cars are more reliable than some may realize. Especially when it comes to their powertrains. …