Knowing the inner workings of a vehicle comes with its set of benefits. You know the risks associated with potential issues, understand the causes, and can quickly fix things DIY-style. It is ...

Cars with internal combustion engines — as opposed to electric vehicles, which still depend on a few fluids themselves — require various fluids to keep everything running smoothly. If you've been ...

Without the help of an auto shop, your first attempt may be messy and difficult, but the work will only get easier the more ...

As we begin the last article in this series on the basics of the internal combustion engine, let's stop to review what we've covered during the last five articles. We began last May by detailIing the ...

The world of tools is populated by a vast and incredibly diverse group of gadgets and devices. From basic hand tools, like screwdrivers, pliers, and ratchets, to more advanced tools like impact ...

Everything, even the smallest of things, can affect the performance of your engine. Whether topping off your fuel tank or driving on motor oil past its expiration date, you're slowly killing your car.

Wankel rotary engines, typically but not exclusively found in Mazdas, certainly lean on the "quirkier" side of modern powertrain systems, made quirkier because most rotary-powered cars on the road ...

There's a certain satisfaction that comes with changing your own oil. It's a hands-on way to care for your vehicle, save money, and feel more connected to the machine you drive every day. Still, even ...