Inside the engine are several fascinating parts, which you can see in Figure 7-8. At the top are the cylinder heads. These contain the mechanisms that allow the valves to open and close, letting the ...

Cracked block? There aren't many two-word combinations that send a shiver up a car guy's spine. In most cases that means the block is DOA, and it's worth its weight in scrap only. Sometimes there is ...

The costs of buying a new or used car have climbed in recent years, and so has the average repair bill. If a vehicle purchase or major repair isn’t in the cards (or budget), maintaining the health of ...

According to the HelloNation feature, cold weather affects every system in your car, from the engine to the tires. Regular ...

For a lot of automotive jobs, this decision is already made even before a diagnosis is complete. It’s pretty much a remove-and-replace world when it comes to most of your car’s problematic parts, but ...

Every car owner knows that cars are a bit like pets: they require constant care, attention, and every now and then — unexpected visits to the vet. Whether you’re driving a sleek sports car, a ... Read ...

There are several ways for an engine block to become cracked. The obvious one is freezing in winter due to not using antifreeze or frequent topping up with plain water which dilutes the antifreeze.