As much fun as it is to go wheeling, it’s even more fun to be able to stop your 4x4, especially on a cliff. With vehicle upgrades and homebuilt designs, we often don’t think of improving the bake ...

In the wide, wide world of automotive terminology, there are a number of parts with names that are pretty logical and help to understand how cars work. Slang words aside, like a spider hose, some ...

We've really been enjoying project C3 Triple-Ex, especially now that we've installed our 427ci "LS7 Killer" small-block, but we've recently encountered an issue common to street engines with ...

There is a school of thought out there that believes that power accessories have no place on a real muscle car. Power windows and locks, A/C, power steering, etc., all just add weight or rob power.

Dear Car Talk: I have a 2009 GMC Envoy with 53,000 easy miles. All recommended services have been done at the appropriate time/mileage. Twice recently, I have experienced what I think is sticking ...

If you've ever driven a car without power brakes, you know just how much muscle it takes to bring your vehicle to a complete stop without some power assistance. Now, some Ford Bronco, Ranger, F-150, ...

Some vehicles with premium fuel recommendations can run on regular octane gasoline. A hard-to-press brake pedal on startup ...

In power brake systems, which are found on virtually all vehicles, the brake booster is a component that multiplies the force the driver applies to the brake pedal. If the booster fails, excessive ...