You may have to pay dealerships to read the most basic Check Engine Light, thanks to automakers' new monopoly on your OBD data.

Though it's not something Tesla themselves will do, it is possible to repair a Tesla battery for a fraction of the cost of replacing it.

A clicking or popping noise can be a sign of a failing CV axle. Should your car have its CV axle replaced?

Here's a look at the history of the original Denver Boot and how the device and concept evolved into modern day car boots.

Here's a look at the damages to your car that can occur when driving on a broken CV axle, and and when the auto part needs to be replaced.

According to owners, the Honda model with the highest annual maintenance costs surprisingly isn't an SUV. It's the Odyssey. Here are details about this minivan and its ownership costs.

Here's a look at catalytic converters, why they're stolen by thieves, and what types of cars and models are less often targeted for the automotive crime.

Adding underbody protection to your car isn't about taking it up the Rubicon Trail. It can also improve and protect even the smallest cars.

These four Chevy Malibu model years stand out as the absolute worst in terms of reported problems and owner dissatisfaction.

Here's a look at the history and use of the egg-crate grille, and whether or not it's still popular today in modern or aftermarket cars.

Here's a look at the importance of the CV axle and how long the auto part will last on the road before in need of a replacement.

Here's a look at three of the most problematic and unreliable Volkswagen Touareg midsize SUV model years, according to owners on CarComplaints.

The Volkswagen Beetle, like any car, has its fair share of problems. Some model years have more issues than others. Here are the three worst based on owner complaints.

Here's a look at three of the most common windshield wipers problems across the history of the Volkswagen Beetle model, according to owners on CarComplaints.

Here's a look at the four most commonly reported problems with the Nissan Gloria, which is a running theme on many JDM cars.

Here's a look at the similarities and differences between the car safety features of immobilizers and kill switches.

If your brake pedal feels spongy or drops low to the floor, take your vehicle to a mechanic, but check out these reasons first to help avoid misdiagnosis.

Here's a look at what cotter pins do, their history in the automotive field, and the three most common types of the auto part.

Here's a look at the legal ramifications of building and driving a lowrider model in the U.S., and other dangers the customized car faces.

A hydrostatic transmission, like an automatic transmission, makes using a riding lawn mower easier. However, it's not necessarily a must-have.