Gas and diesel engines still power most vehicles and look poised to be with us for some time to come, even if their dominance is waning. Any engine that develops its power from burning fuel depends on ...

Several aftermarket manufacturers sell engine intake air filters that they claim provide better airflow and increase a car’s horsepower and acceleration as a result. Some of these companies have many ...

Engine maintenance is critical if you want your vehicle to perform at its best. One way to ensure it’s operating efficiently is by cleaning and/or replacing all the necessary components. This includes ...

A dirty air filter won’t allow your engine to “breathe” as freely as it should, reducing the performance of your car. Although mileage and sometimes time intervals for changing your engine’s air ...

There are currently several models of filters that claim to be effective for up to 25,000 miles. But one mechanic says that recommendation shouldn’t be trusted. Mike P (@mikep_87), a shop ...

Quick-lube oil changes use $3 filters without anti-drainback valves, causing dry starts that grind metal and destroy engines ...

The answer to whether it's possible to clean your car's engine air filter depends on the type of filter in question. Most cars have disposable OEM paper filters that don't last for very long before ...

Oil changes are a key part of regular maintenance on your car, but the process involves more than just changing the oil. You'll also change your oil filter. All oil eventually gets dirty as it moves ...

If you're slightly mechanically inclined or know even the most basic information about your car, you know there are two air filters to worry about. One you've probably seen every time you take your ...

Maintenance is key to long life for your vehicle—and here’s the scoop on its replacement parts and fluids. Cars are vehicles, vehicles are machines, and as machines, cars (and trucks, SUVs, vans, ...