While there's never an opportune moment for engine-starting issues, it's worth knowing what to do if they arise. Even the most reliable vehicles aren't immune to the whims of fate, so all a ...

Regardless of what type of vehicle you drive, properly functioning brakes are vital to your safety and performance. But before working on your brakes, you need to properly clean them first. This is ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We can't blame you for selecting the DIY route in cleaning the engine bay. Professional work can cost $100 to $400, which is quite a chunk of ...

CARS.COM — A clean engine compartment makes a used car look newer and better maintained. Some shops that perform engine cleaning services claim a clean engine even runs a little cooler because ...

At the car wash I see guys spraying down their cars' engines and steam pouring out. Can this damage the engine or other parts? Is cleaning under the hood something I should be doing to prolong the ...

As enthusiasts, we toil in our garages, tinkering and repairing our rides, but one of the most important fundamentals to any repair or maintenance service is cleanliness. Cleaning products are ...

When building an engine, it's the little things that separate good engines and great ones. On initial start-up, getting a quick piston ring seal is critical—and having a clean, properly lubricated ...

At my first (and last) real auto-shop job, our lead mechanic unleashed Brakleen on everything. Cleaning oil off the shop floor? Brakleen. Pulling road grime off the bottom of a car? Brakleen. Dirty ...