The number preceding the "W" is the "winter weight". I'm not sure how they compute it, or what it stands for, but basically, a "5W-XX" can be pumped by your engine at a lower temperature than a ...

If you're not a do-it-yourself car owner, then tackling relatively simple maintenance like an oil change can be daunting. It gets even more confusing when trying to decide which kind of motor oil you ...

Motor oil classifications help you to choose the right oil viscosity for different driving temperatures, and keep your engine healthy for longer.

For 2010, the U.S. Department of Energy expects diesel prices to average nearly $3 a gallon. As diesel prices head back up, it may be time to look at the possibility of switching to a more ...

Chores like raking leaves and cleaning the garage are easy to ignore weekend after weekend, but when it comes to maintaining your 4x4 a reluctance to get the job done can have catastrophic effects.