Here are 2025's most popular questions and answers from The Journal's Car Doctor column, from rotating tires to oil changes.

Every car battery is some amount of time away from failing, so the only thing for anyone with a car, motorcycle, truck, RV, ATV, boat, or other 12V battery-dependent vehicle can do is to make their ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Universal Serial Bus or USB ports are a relatively recent inclusion in cars, considering the long history of automobiles. It was only after ...

Ford Motor is partnering with Amazon to let dealers sell the automaker's certified used vehicles on the e-commerce platform, providing consumers with a way to shop for a car and arrange financing ...

SALINAS – The Monterey and Salinas Valley Railroad Museum is inviting guests to a free open house this Friday and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum, located next to the Amtrak station in ...

Proper vehicle maintenance can help you preserve your investment. Improper vehicle maintenance can cost you extra money and unnecessary aggravation. Here’s a little tip for the next time you’re low on ...

Finding the best place to buy a used car can seem overwhelming. Knowing the pros and cons of each can help. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

The oil drain plug is typically a reusable part in older cars with old-school metal or aluminum oil pans. With most only needing a rubber O-ring or crush washer replacement whenever they're reinserted ...

Your car’s battery might seem like a “set it and forget it” part, but when it fails, it can leave you stranded, potentially costing you hundreds of dollars in tow fees or a visit to the mechanic to ...

Buying a used car can be a lot less expensive than buying a new one, especially as new-car prices are increasing in response to new tariffs on cars and car parts. But those savings can quickly ...

Despite its litany of flaws, I love Android Auto. It makes driving more enjoyable by offering easy access to my music collection and putting important navigation information front and center. However, ...