The costs of buying a new or used car have climbed in recent years, and so has the average repair bill. If a vehicle purchase or major repair isn’t in the cards (or budget), maintaining the health of ...

In many cases, it's safe to keep driving when a solid check engine light turns on, but it's a sign to get the car diagnosed as soon as possible.

The most frequent “check engine light” fix noted in a recent report is to replace the catalytic converter, which costs an average $1,313. It should come as no surprise to anyone who’s been paying ...

Mass air flow sensors fail most often in cars but a $20 air filter replacement every 12,000 miles prevents the $250-400 repair bills most drivers face.

We can't leave April behind without sharing CarMD's annual overview of check engine light-related car repair costs and trends. The list is published every April during Car Care Month. The latest CarMD ...

Ignoring a check engine light might feel harmless if the car still runs smoothly, but the warning signals more than a minor inconvenience. Driving with that light on can lead to higher repair costs, ...

The check engine light just came on with my 2014 Forester. At the same time, another warning light came on of a car with two zigzag lines behind it.