Oil in a car that is not driven should be changed at least every 6 to 12 months. While unused motor oil can last for years in ...

Car diagnostic tests scan a car’s components and integrated systems for errors or malfunctions before they become dangerous. These tests leverage computerization to keep your car in optimal working ...

To really put an automobile through its paces, you have to cover a lot of ground. Good thing the Consumer Reports Auto Test Center sprawls across 327 acres in rural Connecticut and encompasses about ...

Being able to verify the quality of lubricants is crucial for ensuring engine functionality. Credit: 3d_illustrator via Shutterstock. Lubricants and coolants are critical in engines to minimise the ...

Synthetic oil used to be something only performance cars needed, but not anymore. Now it’s the manufacturer-recommended engine lubricant in many mainstream vehicles, such as the Subaru Forester and ...