Viewer-submitted questions for The Car Doctor: Q: I was driving my 2002 Honda Accord and using the air conditioner. The temperature gauge was going higher, and when I turned off the car, I heard a ...
Engines are full of heat-making little explosions. Yeah, that might be simplistic, but the more power you make, the more heat your engine generates. A stock radiator is fine for a stock engine, but ...
The telltale sign of steam emanating from underneath the hood is something no car owner should ever witness. As the needle of the temperature gauge races towards the danger end you panic that you are ...
Preparing for a spring break trip? Don’t let yourself end up on the side of the road. Whether it’s your check engine light, or there’s steam coming from under your hood, we’re here to help. If your ...
Carmakers torture test their creations to make sure they won’t overheat in almost every situation imaginable—from Death Valley to the northernmost reaches of Norway. But parts break over time, and one ...
Overheating is one of the most frequently reported engine issues among car owners. Unfortunately, it’s also one of those issues that can be caused by a number of factors. For instance, a mechanic ...
One of the greatest dangers a driver can face is an engine overheat. It's a sad fate that can befall motorists at any time, and it can be incredibly damaging. This is why protective coolant is so very ...
This article was originally featured on The Drive. On a long enough timeline, random things start wearing out on every car. Fluids get old, seals dry up, and age can overtake even the most tender love ...
In most automobiles, heat is inevitable. That's because an internal combustion engine (ICE) powers most vehicles. In an ICE, fuel burns to create power, and the process releases heat. A lot of heat.
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — High temperatures means hot cars. If your car gets too hot, it runs the risk of overheating its engine. Let’s get into a few things you can do to keep that from happening. Southwest ...
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 ...