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 some areas, it is illegal to leave your car running with the key in it unattended. Are you breaking the law?

Leaving your car running unattended to warm it up, known as 'puffing,' is illegal in many states. Learn about anti-idling laws and avoid a fine.

It's easy to assume overheating is a result of long road trips or summer heatwaves, but when your engine gets too hot while idling, it's usually a sign of something deeper that needs immediate ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. (NEXSTAR) – Many of us can deny it no longer ...

I have a 1993 Grand Am, SOHC 2.3L Quad4.<br><br>Two weeks ago, i drove to Iowa. Maybe it was the Iowa fuel or something, but my car has not been the same since.<br><br>It went the entire distance fine ...

It's a big day. You've finally installed that lumpy cam in your big-block street-stormer, and you're ready for the testdrive. The cam's all broken in, the timing and ...

It depends on your car's age, you comfort meter and your desire to conserve fuel. Here's when it's beneficial, and when it ...