It started the way a lot of car nightmares do: one weird symptom, one ignored […] ...

Once upon a time, you could diagnose the culprit of your Mazda MX-5 Miata's check engine light with a paperclip. We now use ...

Automotive diagnostic data firm CarMD has released its annual report on repair costs in the U.S., and the news is mostly good — with some precautions, including higher labor costs and the potential ...

Today’s cars and trucks are literally rolling test beds of technology, which has tended to make the days of the so-called shade tree mechanic and eyeball diagnoses of what ails a given model a distant ...

When it comes to automotive service facilities, Consumer Reports members prefer independent shops—and, in some cases, chains—over dealerships, according to our annual survey. The survey results show ...

We’ve all been there: Your cars in the shop — again — and the estimate makes you cringe. While repairing an older car is often cheaper than buying a new one, there can come a tipping point when you ...

Some car enthusiasts see the engine as its centerpiece, the jewel in the crown that should be proudly displayed wherever possible. Modified, high-performance cars often have a blower, shaker scoop, or ...

Your water pump circulates coolant through your engine to help prevent overheating. Without it, your car can essentially overheat and die. You can expect to pay around $1,200 for a water pump and ...