Repairs
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While replacing a cracked windshield is the obvious solution, it’s also an expensive one. But it’s possible the windshield can be repaired — either by a professional or by yourself.
By Rick Cotta
December 11, 2022
While replacing a car battery used to be a fairly simple process, it’s often much more complicated in modern cars.
By Rick Cotta
November 13, 2022
The vehicle repair and aftermarket industries are also affected by parts and labor shortages, shipping delays, increased wait times and rising repair costs.
By Jane Ulitskaya
February 28, 2022
Our Palisade appeared to be on the up-and-up after the initial fix in November 2020, but a year living with the SUV — and particularly the return of hot weather — unearthed whiffs of the original scent.
By Joe Bruzek
December 16, 2021
A regular consumer can buy a car at a used-car auction in theory, though the reality can be complicated.
By Fred Meier
May 28, 2021
Vehicle service costs are unpredictable, but a new report from data analysis firm We Predict aims to add a little clarity.
By Jennifer Geiger
May 19, 2021
The folks at CarMD are back with their 2021 Vehicle Health Index, which documents what causes your car’s dreaded check-engine light to illuminate.
By Brian Normile
April 21, 2021
Hyundai has issued a recall for a potential battery short circuit in two of its electric vehicles, the Ioniq EV and Kona Electric.
By Patrick Masterson
March 8, 2021
GM announced a recall of nearly 6 million SUVs and pickup trucks from the 2007-14 model years for defective Takata airbag inflators; here’s what you should know.
By Kelsey Mays
November 23, 2020
Consumer Reports released the results of its 2020 Auto Reliability Survey, with Mazda claiming the top spot as the most reliable car brand.
By Brian Normile
November 19, 2020
