If there’s one warning light that unites every driver from Anchorage to Miami, it’s that little amber engine icon.

Whether you know a lot about cars or nothing about them, it's never fun to see the check-engine light—also known as a malfunction indicator light (MIL). This is your car trying to tell you it has ...

We’ve all been there before. You’re idling in bumper-to-bumper traffic and all of a sudden your beloved 5.0L Fox-body Mustang starts to pop and sputter a bit. While the issue might clear itself up and ...

The check engine light is that tiny, persistent dashboard icon that can instantly raise your stress levels. It's usually a sign that your car needs attention, with issues ranging from something as ...

The costs of buying a new or used car have climbed in recent years, and so has the average repair bill. If a vehicle purchase or major repair isn’t in the cards (or budget), maintaining the health of ...

One of a Times Square-like array of instrument panel lights that flash on briefly when your car starts – and it's sure to cost you money if it stays on – is the “check engine” icon. For the ...

April is Car Care Awareness Month — and also National Canine Fitness Month, International Guitar Month and National Soft Pretzel Month, among many others — and the folks at CarMD are back with their ...

When the check engine light comes on in a vehicle, it’s indicating that there is some issue with the car that should be checked out. It could be something minor, such as the gas cap not being screwed ...

When the dreaded malfunction indicator light turns on, it’s not the end of the world. Here’s how to cope with an MIL! Whether you know a lot about cars or nothing about them, it's never fun to see the ...