Nobody wants a greasy, grimy engine. Like everything else on your vehicle, you want yours to be squeaky clean. But how do you clean your car engine safely and effectively? Let’s break down the process ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The engine bay under the hood is one of the dirtiest parts of a daily-driven car. But it's also one of the most neglected places to clean.

There are many car maintenance tasks that you can do yourself without much difficulty. An important one is cleaning and maintaining your car’s air filter. This filter is important because it allows ...

Sean is a JDM and off-road enthusiast of many years, and an automotive photographer. He holds a B.A. in Literature and Writing Studies, an A.A. in Communications, and an A.A. in English. He is ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We can't blame you for selecting the DIY route in cleaning the engine bay. Professional work can cost $100 to $400, which is quite a chunk of ...

After cleaning, allow the throttle body to air-dry completely. Most cleaners evaporate quickly, but waiting ensures that no ...

If you've ever been topping off your car's coolant and accidentally poured the brightly colored liquid all over the engine, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Our cars depend on many individual mechanical parts and systems, as well as a host of electrical sensors and computers to carry us to and from ...

There's a certain satisfaction that comes with changing your own oil. It's a hands-on way to care for your vehicle, save money, and feel more connected to the machine you drive every day. Still, even ...

According to AAA, Top Tier gas "likely" keeps your engine cleaner for an extra three cents a gallon. But its study is based ...