AutoAfterWorld.COM — Cleaning fuel injectors is a service frequently recommended by dealers and repair shops, but unless there are noticeable signs of clogged injectors (such as a rough idle, stalling, poor acceleration or high emissions levels) it might not be necessary. One tipoff is...
CARS.COM — Whether you're searching for a deal on an outgoing model or you're ready to throw down serious dosh for an incoming car, we're here to help you through every step of the buying process. Confused about where to start? Let our primer below get you going as you get...
CARS.COM — Hyundai's redesigned 2018 Elantra GT hatchback will start at $20,235 with destination charge for the base model with a six-speed manual transmission, an increase of $550 over the starter price for the 2017 Elantra GT. Related: 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Review: First...
CARS.COM Competes with: Very little — cars this pricey usually have two doors, not four Looks like: The old Phantom got a lot of subtle, stately changes Drivetrain: Twin-turbo, 6.75-liter V-12 with 563 horsepower and eight-speed automatic transmission; rear-wheel drive Hits...
CARS.COM — Tesla handed the keys over Friday night to a few dozen employees, the first recipients of its long-anticipated Model 3. As we expected, the California automaker has posted videos and many more details on the car to its website since then. Related: Tesla Delivers First Model 3s,...
CARS.COM — Mercedes-Benz will end production of the B-Class Electric Drive hatchback this year and instead will focus its electric efforts on its coming EQ brand of electrified vehicles. Related: Mercedes Unveils First Concept for New EQ Electric Sub-Brand A company spokesman...
CARS.COM — At an event Friday night outside Tesla's factory in Fremont, Calif., the automaker handed out the first 30 rabidly anticipated Model 3s to customers (company employees, as it turns out) and confirmed a few key details about its all-new electric sedan. Related: Tesla Set to...
Snapshot: Motorcycle chain maintenance is easy, buying a new chain set is hard!
var AP = AP || {}; AP.cmd = AP.cmd || []; AP.cmd.push(function(app) { googletag.cmd.push(function() {...
CARS.COM — For some vehicles, you're advised to change the coolant every 30,000 miles. For others, changing the coolant isn't even on the maintenance schedule. For example, Hyundai says the coolant (what many refer to as "antifreeze") in most of its models should be...
CARS.COM — A good time to rotate your tires is when you get the oil changed, assuming you do that at least once a year and more often if you drive, say, more than 10,000 miles annually. Most vehicle manufacturers recommend that the tires be rotated on the same schedule as oil changes. In...
CARS.COM — Just as your gas mileage will vary depending on where and how you drive, so it goes with the life of brake pads (or linings), the friction material that gets pressed against a metal disc or drum to stop your vehicle. How long will they last? That depends on a lot of...
CARS.COM — When do you need to replace your tires? We would expect at least 50,000 miles from the tires that come with any new vehicle, but tire life depends on many factors. Here are some broad guidelines. Among the factors are the quality of the tire, the treadwear rating, whether it...
CARS.COM — Most major oil brands market oil made specifically for engines that have more than 75,000 miles of wear, claiming that additives help reduce engine wear and provide anti-aging benefits. They are often a blend of synthetic and petroleum-based oils, and they typically cost at...
CARS.COM — Yes, though how often this service should be performed varies by manufacturer and vehicle, and it's open to debate. The manufacturer's maintenance schedule for many automatic transmissions doesn't call for fresh fluid until 100,000 miles or, with some Ford...
CARS.COM — While it may seem like a mundane task, inflating tires is much more crucial to your car than you may think, and it results in a safer and more economical experience on the road. Your vehicle's handling also will be greatly improved as the larger a tire's inflated...