When owning a car, consistent, thorough maintenance is key. If you want to get the most out of your vehicle and prevent paying for costly repairs, it's crucial to take care of little things and avoid ...

If you’ve been to a dealership recently, or even browsed online some, you know just how expensive a new truck is these days. It’s not out of the question to see a sticker price higher than what many ...

Your engine's reusable filter can last up to 50,000 miles, but washing it incorrectly can ruin it. Here is how to safely ...

You don't often see the words "clean" and "diesel" put together like that, but get ready for some big changes to the diesel landscape. Starting in October 2006, gas stations and truck stops will sell ...

We've all seen octane ratings at the fuel pump, and based on the numbers, it's easy to think the higher number is better. From lowest to highest, the types of gasoline are regular, mid-grade, and ...

Carbon deposits are a normal occurrence in an engine, but can build up over time, causing problems. Essentially, heat, pressure, and oxidation can transform unburned fuel into a black soot-like ...

To celebrate HOT ROD's 75th anniversary, we teamed up with CASTROL GTX to bring you some of the stories that exemplify the core of what HOT ROD is and reflect the brand's influence on America's car ...