Every driver should know how to check and top off engine oil. Here's how to read the dipstick, add oil the right way, and ...

Engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle, ensuring smooth operation and longevity. However, oil levels naturally decrease ...

At a time when vehicle diagnostics can demand a computer science degree, being able to get some insight into your engine health with nothing but a rag and a bit of know-how can be downright refreshing ...

Your engine oil is as essential to your car as your blood is to your body. Without it, your motor won’t run. And just like a doctor can tell a lot about your health by testing your blood, you can ...

Q: What is the proper way to interpret the reading on the oil dipstick? I have a 2017 Chrysler 200 that takes six quarts of oil. The fill line on the dipstick has a section that reads “safe zone.” The ...

Consumer Reports presents the advantages and downsides of using synthetic oil in your car, and why you might want to consider ...

CR shares five things to know about oil changes for your car, including when and how often to change the motor oil and ...

Checking your engine's oil level and topping it up is a simple task, but one of the most important DIY car maintenance jobs you can do. Oil is the lifeblood of your engine and works hard to keep it in ...

We here at Diesel Power feel bad every time we hear about one of you losing an engine. If the motor ran good for decades without many problems, we can accept the passing after a little mourning.

A Toyota Highlander owner's oil pressure light flickered just 500 miles after a dealer oil change. The dipstick was dry! The ...

Without the help of an auto shop, your first attempt may be messy and difficult, but the work will only get easier the more ...

Motor oil is the lifeblood of your car's engine. Not only does it provide lubrication for all of your engine's internal moving parts — of which there are massive amounts — but it also works like a ...