Q I have a 2002 Olds Alero with the V6 engine. Recently I noticed that coolant is leaking. I have been told it is a slow leak from the intake gasket. My mechanic recommended that I get the leak fixed ...

In addition to indicating a possible problem, smoke from the tailpipe means dirty emissions. Most states and some municipalities mandate periodic tailpipe-emissions testing. If your car is emitting ...

A head gasket is a part between your cylinder heads and the block. It preserves compression and stops coolant and oil leaks into the engine's cylinders, ensuring proper engine functioning. However, ...

Dear Car Talk: A couple of nights ago, I was driving my 2000 Range Rover on the interstate when the heater suddenly started blowing cold air and the temperature gauge topped out. I pulled off to the ...

Whether you're putting away the combine until next fall or getting the tractor ready to plow snow, there are several ...

Oil and coolant are like your blood and your sweat, respectively, and they have to work together to keep you alive, explains Dave Tingey, senior data analyst with Polaris Laboratories. "If your body ...

With the summer days upon us, your engine’s cooling system should be inspected, flushed, and refilled with fresh coolant. One area of cooling systems that even do-it-yourself mechanics overlook is ...