While it’s normal for a car to be idling high when it’s first started, if the idle doesn’t drop to normal after a minute or two, something’s probably wrong. That initial temporary high idle, which is ...

In addition to indicating a possible problem, smoke from the tailpipe means dirty emissions. Most states and some municipalities mandate periodic tailpipe-emissions testing. If your car is emitting ...

It seems harmless enough. “It’s considered idling if the vehicle sits in one spot with the engine running for more than a few ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — The cold weather drains your car battery. It can leave you stranded. In fact, it happened to our expert from CARFAX. "I have a 2020 Kia. Our battery is 4, almost 4.5 years old. We ...

A truck idles when its engine runs without moving the vehicle. Trucks idle regularly throughout the course of a haul, and more than one million long-haul heavy-duty trucks idle during rest periods ...

Be prepared to pay up at the auto shop. Car engines can present countless issues throughout your vehicle’s lifespan, and some brands are known for internal problems more than others. If there’s an ...