Consumer Reports explains what the check engine light means and what to do when you see it: how to tell if your car has a ...

EV maintenance tips to keep your electric vehicle running efficiently, from cooling systems to tires, brakes, and batteries.

Out of the many dashboard warning lights that illuminate when starting or driving a modern car, the service engine and check engine lights are most often misunderstood or intertwined. Compounding ...

Some cynics believe the "Check Engine" light was invented to get vehicle owners to schedule more visits to the dealer for service. Some cars, after all, seem to have such a sensitive "Check Engine ...