Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Consumer Reports' auto experts explain how you can keep your car, SUV, or truck in top shape, with advice especially for ...

Consumer Reports lists common car maintenance items, such as oil changes, coolant flush, brake pads, and tire rotation and balancing, plus their typical cost.

Every vehicle owner has faced that moment of uncertainty. A warning light suddenly appears on the dashboard, an unfamiliar ...

Discover which brands could cost you the most in maintenance over a decade.

The best extended car warranty company has the best prices and comprehensive coverage. See our list of the top 10 based on ...

Mike Wilhelm is a service and parts director at a car dealership in Michigan. He says drivers have some misconceptions about car repair and how EVs differ from gas-powered cars. Here's his advice for ...

Some symptoms of the pandemic-related shortages within the auto industry are easy to spot: emptier dealer lots, slim pickings for new-car incentives and used-car prices that rival those of new cars.

Engines rarely fail out of nowhere. They usually send warning signals long before disaster strikes, but many drivers miss ...

Tariffs are driving up prices, but that’s only part of the story — aging cars, complex technology, and a worker shortage are all fueling record repair bills. Repair costs are climbing at record speed.

If the air conditioning breaks or your vehicle starts having transmission issues, your car insurance won’t pay for the cost of repairs. A standard car insurance policy only covers problems such as ...