The tipping culture in the United States can be a difficult to understand for some. Tipping too much, or tipping too little, can send the wrong message across, and, as a result, many people do stress ...

It’s a nightmare situation! Your check engine light comes on and the mechanic tells you that you need an expensive new engine part. You take your car in for an oil change, only to have someone tell ...

Car talk spreads faster than gossip at a high school reunion, and bad advice sticks around longer than that weird smell in your uncle's Buick. One Facebook post from "Kevin the Car Guy" can turn into ...

Too many people know the pain of dealing with a less-than-reputable auto mechanic. The occurrence is seared into the pop culture of our modern world because auto mechanics work within a critically ...

An important part of keeping maintenance costs down is resolving issues before they fail completely. Here are 10 tips that ...

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 ...

Very few people ever look forward to taking their car to a mechanic. No matter what you do, you'll probably have to take your car for a dreaded trip to a garage to see a mechanic. We all worry that ...

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Nothing will do more to make your car last longer than keeping on top of basic upkeep, CR’s experts say. While the best source for maintenance intervals is your car’s owner’s manual, these are the ...

If you’re going to ask your mechanic friend for a favor, stop expecting them to work for free. That’s the message that an Indianapolis-based TikToker and mechanic named Chris (@dieseltechchris) shared ...

Tyler Julian (@menssoberhomemanager) has been on quite a journey in the last year, and this is one issue has the potential to derail it. Just last year, Julian, a mechanic, was battling addiction to ...

When selecting an aircraft mechanic, prioritize Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification and, ideally, Inspection Authorization (IA). Consider the mechanic's experience, especially with your aircraft ...