Automakers recommend using genuine OEM engine oil for a reason that goes far beyond branding. These oils are developed ...

Vehicles, like every other mechanical body of work that has ever been put together, require regular maintenance to stay in optimal shape. The magic is in the boring details; Routine procedures like ...

Walk into any parts store and you'll see the rows of glossy bottles promising to stop engine wear, boost fuel economy, and make your old clunker run like it just rolled out of the factory. The auto ...

Those of us who drive pickup trucks expect quite a bit from our trucks’ engines. As we put them to work, whether that’s on the job, around the farm, or just doing truck stuff, there are things that ...

Thomas has spent two years working in the auto journalism industry, contributing to a UK-based newspaper and writing for Euronewsweek. A full-time writer and lifelong engineering enthusiast, he now ...

For vehicles that use internal combustion engines, oil is a vital component. It's responsible for lubricating the engine's internal moving parts, like the crankshaft and camshaft(s) and preventing the ...

If you're like most drivers, you probably believe that keeping up with oil changes is sufficient to maintain the health of your vehicle's engine. Even with routine oil changes, some bad habits could ...

The new heavy-duty engine oil category, PC-12, is nearing the finish line. Here’s what fleet maintenance managers should know before it arrives in 2027.