Your old, reliable engine has been coughing up some strange, but concerning noises. So, you call your mechanic to find out what the problem and solution are to restoring its harmonious hum. But the ...

Every car owner dreads unexpected repair bills, and engine troubles can be some of the costliest. Even if you can diagnose the problem straight away — which isn't always as straightforward as it might ...

Even if the engine in your car runs poorly, the thought of taking it completely apart for a rebuild can be frightening. After all, it is running; and since you've never tackled such a major job before ...

The essence of hot rodding is taking an old worn-out piece of junk that nobody wants and turning it into a powerful performance piece that's more fuel efficient and just flat fun to drive. Rebuilding ...

Rebuilding an engine is a lot of work. Arguably the most complex part of a car, an engine requires a lot of tools and time to be dismantled and even more to be reconditioned and put back together.

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. A common concern with cars as they age is dependability—not only that they may not get you to work one day but also that a ...

It’s no secret that rebuilding an engine or transmission requires using specialty tools and plenty of expertise, but few gearheads consider the complexity of rebuilding a turbocharger. Modern turbos ...

Compare plans tailored to your car & budget. Engine repairs aren’t cheap, but there is good news: You may not need an entirely new engine — just a repair. Even if you do need a new engine, it may be ...