Some aspects of vehicle maintenance get a lot of attention, and some get almost no attention at all. For example, regularly checking your oil level and changing the oil and oil filter are probably not ...

As engines get very hot, coolant helps distribute heat to help prevent overheating and engine damage. It also adds antifreeze protection and acts as a lubricant for some of the engine’s components. If ...

The coolant in your car's radiator is not a forever liquid. Consumable fluids like engine oil, automatic transmission, and brake fluid need periodic replacement to keep your vehicle running reliably ...

Several components in your car hold coolant, often called antifreeze, and any of them can get a hole or develop a leak. If your car loses too much coolant, its engine could overheat. Coolant is also ...

If you've ever been topping off your car's coolant and accidentally poured the brightly colored liquid all over the engine, you understand that it can be both frustrating and concerning. Coolant is ...

In a lot of ways, modern car owners have it easy. Sure, you might burst into a fit of rage trying to disable that lane departure warning, but inconvenient trips to the mechanic for maintenance are far ...