Today’s cars and trucks are literally rolling test beds of technology, which has tended to make the days of the so-called shade tree mechanic and eyeball diagnoses of what ails a given model a distant ...

This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. Car owners are familiar with that dreaded feeling when ...

When driving, the Check Engine light is one of the most anxiety inducing dashboard warnings, and in 2025 its importance has grown as vehicles rely more heavily on electronic control systems. This ...

Ignoring a check engine light might feel harmless if the car still runs smoothly, but the warning signals more than a minor inconvenience. Driving with that light on can lead to higher repair costs, ...

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 ...

We can't leave April behind without sharing CarMD's annual overview of check engine light-related car repair costs and trends. The list is published every April during Car Care Month. The latest CarMD ...

Finally, the article urges Waukesha drivers not to panic when the check engine light comes on. Staying calm, checking the gas cap, observing the light's behavior, and seeking timely service help keep ...

The most frequent “check engine light” fix noted in a recent report is to replace the catalytic converter, which costs an average $1,313. It should come as no surprise to anyone who’s been paying ...

A vehicle’s Check Engine light can turn any car ride into a harrowing experience. As soon as the check engine light illuminates, it’s hard not to hear the cha-ching sound of a cash register right ...

The check engine light can be a bane or boon when it comes to owning a car, especially considering hundreds of things could trigger it. Does that mean the second the check engine light comes on you ...

This gas station faux pas will leave you fuming. An automotive enthusiast in Texas was recently filling up when he noticed another customer committing a highly common mistake — an amateur move that ...

Faulty oxygen sensors are still the most common cause of a check engine light, says the the 2017 CarMD Vehicle Health Index released Tuesday. According to CarMD’s findings, model-year 2005 vehicles ...