Every car owner dreads unexpected repair bills, and engine troubles can be some of the costliest. Even if you can diagnose the problem straight away — which isn't always as straightforward as it might ...

Arguably the single most important component in any car is its engine. The engine is what makes something an "automobile," after all -- that is, able to move itself. However, engines are also usually ...

Even if the engine in your car runs poorly, the thought of taking it completely apart for a rebuild can be frightening. After all, it is running; and since you've never tackled such a major job before ...

Can you rebuild an engine that's been through the ringer? This is a question I've often been asked when I worked as a mechanic, and one I've had to confront directly as someone who exclusively uses ...

The words "engine rebuild" can have many meanings depending on the context in which they are used. To some, rebuilding an engine means having every part machined to better-than-new tolerances, and ...

Compare plans tailored to your car & budget. Engine repairs aren’t cheap, but there is good news: You may not need an entirely new engine — just a repair. Even if you do need a new engine, it may be ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. A common concern with cars as they age is dependability—not only that they may not get you to work one day but also that a ...

It’s no secret that rebuilding an engine or transmission requires using specialty tools and plenty of expertise, but few gearheads consider the complexity of rebuilding a turbocharger. Modern turbos ...

Rebuilding an engine is a lot of work. Arguably the most complex part of a car, an engine requires a lot of tools and time to be dismantled and even more to be reconditioned and put back together.

Project Grand Caddy has been around for well over two years now and has been a great daily driver and mild trail vehicle. Last June, the ZJ took a turn for the worse: It found itself a nice little ...

When acquiring a piece of construction equipment, many equipment managers ask dealers one common question: How long will the engine run before a rebuild is needed? “The powertrain is on many of our ...