Turbochargers and hybrid systems now dominate spec sheets, yet in workshops around the world many veteran mechanics still ...

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

Bar’s Leaks High Mileage Engine Repair addresses oil leaks, compression loss and engine wear in aging vehicles.

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 ...

Much like the cost of repairs can vary, how much small engine and outdoor power mechanics make varies, too. Their salaries can be dependent on location, industry, years of experience and the different ...

It’s one of the most overlooked maintenance choices in car ownership: what coolant goes into the radiator. Mechanics say that ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Michael Harley is a noted automotive industry expert and analyst. Opening the hood may be intimidating, but not to a certified ASE ...

Small-engine mechanics service home-related equipment such as lawnmowers and chainsaws. A mechanic in a boating community frequently works on outboard motors; while a small-engine repairman in a snowy ...

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 ...