Transmission dipsticks used to be a basic tool of car ownership, as familiar as the fuel gauge or the hood latch. Now, more ...

A small but familiar piece of hardware is disappearing from modern cars. Once a routine checkpoint for owners, it’s being ...

In recent N55 and S55 BMW engines, a spun crank hub is a relatively common issue, and it's often caused by downshifts that ...

The continuously variable transmission (CVT) is widely used in new cars these days — particularly hybrids — thanks to its reputation for improved fuel efficiency. However, not everyone is on board ...

Flood-damaged vehicles can experience issues ranging from cosmetic problems like mold to serious mechanical and electrical malfunctions. Water damage can affect critical car components such as the ...

It’s the end of an era as the last five-speed manual transmission in America has quietly been killed. It came standard on the entry-level Nissan Versa S, which started at $17,190 and asked customers ...

Ballads are written about cars. Some have been written about engines. It’s unlikely that there will ever be even a single verse about the ass end of the drivetrain. But thanks to Porsche Penske ...

The transmission dipstick can be exceptionally valuable when it comes to maintaining your car. Recently, though, newer models ...