The practice of "puffing" or warming up a vehicle in cold weather might seem harmless, but there could be consequences.

Engine knocking, or detonation, occurs when fuel in the cylinders ignites unevenly, causing metallic pinging sounds, reduced ...

Digging your car out after a snowstorm can feel like a race against time, but experts say rushing, or using the wrong tools, ...

Preparing a car for the cold can prevent damage, but it could take a bit of time, according to a local mechanic.

Seeing smoke from your car’s bonnet is a serious warning that should never be ignored. It usually signals overheating, oil ...

Viewer-submitted questions for The Car Doctor: Q: I love my 2012 Jeep Cherokee Laredo, which has 112,000 miles but has been maintained well. My check engine light came on and the mechanic said it was ...

Not too long ago, we wrote a little article on "Common Mistakes That Are Destroying Your Car's Automatic Transmission". Sooner or later, we had to circle back and take a look at another part of the ...

Someone was in this engine before it failed, possibly not long before. In fact, they may have been the cause of the ...

The recent Marin floods bring to light the devastating impact flooding can have on homes and businesses. “Even minor flooding ...

Summer in California doesn’t just strain your air conditioning. It quietly wears down your car too. High temperatures can drain your battery, overheat your engine and send your tires to the brink. And ...