Q. The “gas cap” light came on in the dashboard of my 2009 Mercury Milan. My local mechanic replaced the gas cap — it was very loose — and said the light would disappear after the car was driven for a ...

IRVINE, Calif. — U.S. vehicle owners had to pay 6.5 percent more last year versus 2017 to cover "check engine" repair issues, according to the latest CarMD.com Corp.'s 2019 Vehicle Health Index. The ...

What happens if my gas cap is left off? Why does it cause the check engine light to come on? Have I done some damage to the engine? These are very common questions, and luckily there’s an easy fix and ...

When your vehicle's check engine light (CEL) comes on, it's often a sign that something needs attention. But with over 20,000 parts working together in your car — many important for normal operation — ...

Even though we constantly think about the fuel powering our cars while on the road, hardly do we pay enough attention to the vessel that's supporting it. Make no mistake about it, your fuel tank and ...

Running out to buy a hybrid or other fuel-efficient vehicle isn't your only option to save money on gas. There are plenty of simple things you can do to get better mileage in the vehicle you own now.

It may cost you more in the long run. You’re driving along and suddenly your check engine light goes on. But nothing seems to have changed with the way your car is running. It’s OK to let it go for a ...