How can I tell if my engine air filter is dirty? A clogged engine air filter can choke your car’s performance and force it to burn more fuel. Your car might feel sluggish when you press the gas pedal.

CR’s chief mechanic, John Ibbotson, says it’s risky to try to get a “deal” on auto repair. While you might save hundreds of dollars, the work may not be good, leading to potentially bigger problems ...

Abbe Herzig took her college-age daughter’s 2006 Honda Accord to a local repair shop for its yearly state safety inspection. The car failed the test, and the shop recommended a staggering $3,300 of ...

A lot of things can go wrong with the cars we drive. Fortunately, modern vehicles are built with onboard diagnostics (OBD) systems, which monitor various parts of the car and detect errors and ...