The Crayola crayon hack actually works to free stuck suspension parts
It somehow works better than a lot of professional shop supplies.
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Here’s how water in your gas tank destroys your car
Recent cases of gas stations selling water-diluted gasoline have drivers worried about the damage that water can cause to their cars.
Know how to read a tire to avoid disaster
Don't be scared by the numbers and letters on your tire. You can read them just like anything else.
Get ready for some sticker shock at the car repair shop this summer
Here's what drivers can expect to pay for car repair as parts tariffs kick in on May 3.
12 used cars with transmissions built to break
Clunky shifts, delayed engagement, or full-on transmission failure, these cars stand out for the wrong reasons.
Woman has $8k worth of damage following a botched oil change at a Take 5
There have been many complaints about quick oil change locations.
9 reasons your car is leaking oil
If you’ve spotted oil under your car, don’t panic—but don’t ignore it either.
Squishy brakes? Here’s how to bleed your brakes yourself
Don't be afraid. You can tackle this one yourself with the right tools. Follow the steps and check out the video!
What does it mean if a mechanic says your car is running rich or lean?
I’ve been in the automotive world for over 20 years, and this is one of those phrases that flies over most people's heads.
Driver leaves a ‘polite’ Google AI Overview note for their mechanic and Reddit is mostly fine with it
“You just can't beat clear written directions.”
Tesla tells some customers to Lemon Law their Cybertrucks
Tesla told some Cybertruck owners that state lemon laws were the only way to offload their trucks back into Tesla's hands.
Disabled Army veteran says he paid a Houston mechanic thousands, but the car vanished
After $8,800 and no sign of the fixed vehicle, the veteran contacted authorities.
4 most common P0420 ‘check engine’ code causes, solutions, and pricing
Here's what "Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold" actually means.
Progressive agrees to $13.8M payout after NY drivers accuse it of underpaying vehicle claims
The lawsuit says the company unfairly lowered car values, but Progressive admits no wrongdoing.
Costco customer claims bad gas damaged her car while the retailer ignores the $700 repair bill
An Atlanta driver says she unknowingly filled her nearly-new car with contaminated gas, and now she’s stuck with the invoice.
[Video] Mechanic solves a Dodge Dart mystery of a car that won’t start unless its trunk is open
Not the battery. Not the starter. Turns out it was a cheeky little fix to get the Dart running right.
Former Safelite Autoglass employee wins $31M company settlement
The company admitted no wrongdoing but agreed to give the former product development and strategy manager millions.
I worked at a shop for more than a decade – Here are 10 common Honda 3.5L V6 ‘check engine’ light causes I saw regularly
If you have a Pilot, Ridgeline, Odyssey, and other V6 Acura and Honda models, this one’s for you.
5 reasons you should never skip the pre-purchase inspection before buying a used car
A PPI can save your butt (and your wallet) from a pricey vehicle ownership experience.
5 automakers known for reliable and long lasting engines
Buyers should still research any specific model they're considering.
