Engines rarely fail out of nowhere. They usually send warning signals long before disaster strikes, but many drivers miss ...

Your vehicle's engine cooling system is one of its most critical components. Its primary responsibility is to cycle coolant — which is a 50/50 mixture of water and antifreeze — through your engine to ...

It’s one of the most overlooked maintenance choices in car ownership: what coolant goes into the radiator. Mechanics say that ...

As engines get very hot, coolant helps distribute heat to help prevent overheating and engine damage. It also adds antifreeze protection and acts as a lubricant for some of the engine’s components. If ...

Internal combustion engines — including those that run on diesel fuel — rely on various systems, accessories, and electronics to keep the pistons moving and your wheels turning. Of those systems and ...

With the odometer approaching half a million miles, it’s understandable that Project Jake, our 1993 GMC C1500, needs some upkeep from time to time. Our water pump gave up the ghost a few days ago, and ...

Stricter emission standards, new pedestrian safety laws and the relentless push for reduced fuel consumption have triggered a flow of engine cooling innovations. Matthew Beecham reports on what’s in ...

Audi is facing yet another legal battle over alleged cooling-system problems, and this one could affect a massive number of ...

Summer heat puts heavy-duty truck cooling systems under intense strain. Learn how preventive maintenance and accurate repair ...

Your vehicle is a complicated piece of machinery, and keeping it running smoothly requires periodic inspections and maintenance of its various systems, including your engine’s cooling system and the ...

Why roofs matter: Dark concrete roofs trap heat, making homes unbearably hot even after sunset, but reflective coatings and shade nets can cut indoor temperatures. Low-cost solutions: Whitewashing, ...