Greg O'Brien,Lumberton, NJ: I've been a Car Craft reader for more than 10 years now. I've built several cars, but I've always tried to pick cars with clean bodies because I'm bodywork-o-phobic. In the ...

Finding a trustworthy repair shop is one of the most important parts of keeping your vehicle properly serviced. It can be a challenge, but CR’s expert guidance can help you size up service facilities ...

Certain car repairs make the cost of maintaining one no longer viable. Know the warning signs and how to compare the repair costs to the value of your car.

Early repair trouble after buying a new car highlights how unexpected mechanical or service issues can affect a fresh vehicle owner. The subject naturally fits automotive news, car maintenance, and ...

Gather as much information as possible about your car issue, including photos and videos capturing when a problem occurs. Not all information online is correct, and that goes for car repair advice.

Before visiting a mechanic, check your warranty contract to see if the issue is covered and contact your provider for prior authorization. Keep all necessary documents, including your warranty ...

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 ...

Abbe Herzig took her college-age daughter’s 2006 Honda Accord to a local repair shop for its yearly state safety inspection. The car failed the test, and the shop recommended a staggering $3,300 of ...

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 ...