With layers of sensors, control modules, and software managing everything from engine performance to safety systems, t ...

The check engine light is the worst kind of message. It tells you something is wrong without telling you what, and the dealership will happily charge a ...

There are few things in life as universally anxiety-inducing as the sudden, glaring illumination of the “Check Engine” light.

Seeing that dreaded check-engine light illuminate on your vehicle's instrument cluster can be quite spooky. Thoughts of a devastating engine failure come to mind, paired with an equally devastating ...

Federal prosecutors say they have uncovered a large-scale vehicle theft operation in the Washington, D.C.region, one that ...

Picking an OBD2 scanner can feel overwhelming, but knowing your needs makes it easier. From budget-friendly Bluetooth models to pro-grade diagnostic tools, there’s something for every driver. The ...

Technology has made an extreme improvement in the accessibility of diagnosing vehicular issues. Long gone are the days of timing lights and tearing apart carburetors (at least in the instance of ...

When the IBM PC was new, I served as the president of the San Francisco PC User Group for three years. That’s how I met PCMag’s editorial team, who brought me on board in 1986. In the years since that ...