Tag: engines
156 Posts
Apr 19, 2018
Do More Cylinders Mean Longer Engine Life?
Ray discusses cylinders, longevity, and dodo birds.
Apr 03, 2018
Toyota Should Pay to Fix Leak on Car Still under Warranty
A small defect is still a defect.
Aug 17, 2017
The Case of the Disappearing Oil
Documenting the mysterious oil loss on this Equinox might prevent a costly repair later. Here's how it's done.
Aug 03, 2017
Air Flow Sensors Can Send Several Messages
The problem with this VW's air-sensor could be simple fix, or could signal impending doom for the engine.
Mar 23, 2017
Is My Car Sending Smoke Signals about Its Health?
White smoke on starting, you and your car soon will be parting.
Aug 17, 2016
First Signs of the Carpocalypse: 2016 Ford Explorer
Sudden loss of power? Limp home mode? We've spotted a trend of complaints about the 2016 Ford Explorer.
Nov 17, 2015
Can Susie Revive Inherited Saab?
Susie just inherited a 1983 Saab 900 Turbo hatchback in perfect condition...except for one thing-- it doesn't run.
Aug 20, 2015
Today: What's Causing Engine to Rev?
Howard's Honda Civic tends to rev at stoplights or stop sign. He's taken it to the dealer but they haven't been able to figure it out. What's going on? Car Talk's answer here.
Aug 18, 2015
Rebuild or Replace: What's the Best Choice for an Older Car?
Dear Car Talk: I recently inherited the car I spent my childhood washing. It has some problems...
Sep 29, 2015
Turd of the Week - 2011 Hyundai Sonata
Our Turd of the Week? The 2011 Hyundai Sonata. Turns out, the engines are going.... BOOM. Get the details, and what you can do about it, here.