What is wrong with my car? [more inside]
posted on Aug 14, 2008 - 31 answers

CarMaintenanceFilter: Do I really need new spark plugs and a fuel-injector cleaning when I just got them done? [more inside]
posted on Dec 12, 2007 - 12 answers

For about a week, I've noticed a "hot" smell coming from my engine. I don't know how to describe it except that it smells like an iron that has been left on. What is it? [more inside]
posted on Aug 21, 2007 - 13 answers

Did this mechanic try to "trick" me into a repair that costs more than the car is worth? [more inside]
posted on Nov 2, 2006 - 9 answers

Car Question. My speedometer just broke. How worried should I be? [more inside]
posted on Dec 10, 2005 - 23 answers

Mechanics: I've got a 1964 chevy bel air which is my daily driver that needs some work. I'd like to do it myself, but I'm sorta a car newbie. What online communities and resources will be useful to me? Do you have any specific anecdotes, tips and tricks for working on old cars? [more inside]
posted on Dec 7, 2005 - 25 answers

AutoFilter: In a moment of terrible mental absence this morning, I drove about half a block in second gear with the hand brake engaged. While the right rear wheel smoked and the brake glowed visibly red, there seem to be no other consequences an hour after the fact. Does this merit a call to the mechanic to check it out if other malfunctions haven't arisen?
posted on Dec 16, 2004 - 19 answers