A man recently set out to answer a question many car owners have probably wondered: Is it cheaper to change your own oil or have it done at an auto shop? In his experiment, Scholtz decided to head to ...

Doing your own oil change can be the gateway drug to the never-ending world of automotive DIY-ing. No matter your skill set, anyone with a few hours and some basic tools can change their oil. Proper ...

Another wave of heavy rain smacks western Washington this week, coupled with strong winds adding concern for potential power outages. by John Prentice We're calling this the "Auto Basics with with ...

Regularly changing the oil in your vehicle is one of the most basic yet important maintenance tasks. You can take it to a local auto shop to have a professional handle it or try to save a few bucks ...

Synthetic motor oil is used in most modern vehicles, especially ones that are high-performance and turbo-charged. It costs more, but it can also help your engine last longer since motor oil is an ...

Synthetic oil needs to be changed less frequently and has better lubricating and cold-starting properties than conventional oil, but it’s more expensive, and if your owner’s manual doesn’t call for it ...