Going to the auto mechanic is a necessary part of owning a vehicle. Even if your car, truck, van or SUV is brand new, it could still have the occasional issue. Maybe it’s a flat tire from running over ...

Unless you're a car expert or best friends with a mechanic, you might be paying for services you don't actually need. Here's what you need to know. Taking your car to the mechanic can be a dicey ...

Your car won't start. Again. Luckily, you have a manual-shift transmission and manage to bump-start it in the driveway. First stop? The repair shop. The service writer takes your information, and the ...

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