That panic-inducing upsell at the auto shop might just be a wallet drain. Here are five services you likely don't need.

Vehicle repairs and maintenance tasks don't always have to be done in the shop. You can easily do these in your own garage.

Owning a car can be expensive, with ongoing costs for fuel, insurance, and routine maintenance. While some repairs require professional help, many simple car maintenance tasks can be done yourself, ...

AI is being used for everything from generating code to diagnosing automotive mechanical issues. While it isn't infallible, chatbots can be used to walk drivers through minor car repairs and ...

The oil inside your car's engine can sludge up with neglect and infrequent oil changes. Sludge is a nasty contaminant that can destroy an engine if not given attention, but timely oil changes are a ...

Automotive design is a constantly evolving process. With the increasing focus on smoother, more aerodynamic design philosophies, the automakers around the world have been adopting fresh styling ...

There is no one single correct color for coolant, because different cars require different specific types of coolant. Some of the more common colors include pink, orange, blue, and green, and while ...

I am going to be entirely honest, I don't understand this fad at all, or the difficulty in implementing it, when my old 2003 Hyundai Accent had handles built into the doors without them needing to be ...

Earlier this week, Ars spent some time driving the new Nissan Leaf. We have to wait until Friday to tell you how that car drives, but among the changes from the previous generation are door handles ...

Doing your own car maintenance is a great way to get to know your car. It can also help you save a lot of money over time. The hardest part about working on your own vehicle is getting started. The ...

Andy and his girlfriend were driving across the desert when their Jeep began overheating. Having already consumed all of the water they brought with them, they also needed to relieve themselves at the ...