In an average four-cylinder engine running at 1,500 revolutions per minute, 50 explosions to convert the chemical energy from fuel into mechanical energy that moves a vehicle are happening every ...

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

More than 70 years ago, an auto parts maker had an it’s-so-simple-it’s-brilliant idea — replace your car’s oil filter with a roll of toilet paper.

They say changing your own oil voids your warranty, but is that really true? Well, it's more complicated than it seems.

Changing your own oil can save a few bucks and teach you about your car, but it can get messy and time-consuming. Here are ...

CR shares five things to know about oil changes for your car, including when and how often to change the motor oil and ...

Motor oil runs throughout your engine, lubricating and preventing damage to critical parts to ensure it operates smoothly. Other fluids have their own purposes, such as lubricating the transmission, ...

this morning, i changed the oil in my sister's saturn. in the process, i discovered that the oil filter is located directly over a halfshaft, where (despite the plastic guard they put in) it can ...

Sure, the daily commute can put a lot of stress on your car, but that's nothing compared to what a full-fledged racecar goes through. In a grueling endurance competition like the Le Mans event, racers ...

Your car's engine, whether gas, diesel, or hybrid, requires sufficient oil to operate smoothly. Too much oil is bad for any engine, but the right amount offers protection against cold starts, reduces ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Nothing is more annoying than a stuck oil filter on a quiet, warm Saturday morning. My 21-year-old godson bought a seventh-gen E100 Toyota ...