If you can't get your engine to start running, a spark plug issue could be the culprit. Faulty or malfunctioning spark plugs can prevent your engine from doing its job correctly (or at all), so ...

So, it's time for new spark plugs. Your hands are covered in grease, you're twisting the ratchet, and –- snap. Half the spark plug stays lodged inside your cylinder head like a nonpaying tenant who ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. DIY car engine maintenance is hardly rocket science, but simple tasks can become unexpectedly difficult and seriously disrupt your routine. It ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When it comes to engine care 101, a spark plug replacement — also referred to as a tune-up — is an essential task. Spark plugs, as the name ...

Changing your own spark plugs is a rite of passage among gearheads. It shows you’re fully aware that your car needs basic maintenance to stay in tip-top shape, and that you’re ready to tackle it ...

A gas engine needs fuel, air, and spark to get its internals chugging along. Take any of these out of the equation and the engine will have a fit. While the automotive industry shifts toward fully ...