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The check-engine light is a signal that the onboard diagnostics system (or OBD II) has detected a malfunction in the vehicle's emissions, ignition or fuel systems.
By Rick Cotta
March 16, 2025

Porsche and Subaru earned the top spots in the premium and mass-market segments, respectively, in the 2025 J.D. Power U.S. Customer Service Index Study.
By Jared Gall
March 14, 2025

As EVs gain mainstream adoption, one challenge remains clear: Insuring them is significantly more expensive than traditional gasoline-powered cars.
By Vaishali Prayag
March 3, 2025

Although a typical interval is 5,000 to 10,000 miles, you may want to have tires rotated before it’s called for if you notice uneven tread wear that results in vibration or noise.
By Rick Cotta
February 23, 2025

One indication that the power-steering fluid level should at least be checked is if the steering wheel becomes harder to turn or you hear a whining noise coming from the power-steering pump.
By Rick Cotta
February 9, 2025

Defrosters clear condensation from windows and melt frost, ice and snow. They work differently depending on whether they are for the windshield or the rear window.
By Rick Popely
February 3, 2025

To keep your car in good shape, every two to three weeks is a good rule of thumb for how often you should drive your car.
By Rick Popely
January 31, 2025

If you’re asking for heat but only cold air is coming out, the problem likely lies in one of two areas.
By Rick Cotta
January 26, 2025

Each type of tire has strong points and weak ones, and none is probably ideal for every situation or time of year, so it pays to know their strengths and weaknesses.
By Rick Popely
January 21, 2025

If you live in a place where the temperature never gets down to freezing, you might be able to get by with plain water in place of windshield wiper fluid.
By Rick Popely
January 14, 2025