Your car is basically a rolling computer network, and that little “check engine” light is the car begging you to read the error message. That’s why OBD2 scanners are having a moment. You plug a dongle ...

Consumer Reports has no relationship with any advertisers on this website. You're driving along in your car or truck and suddenly a yellow light illuminates on your dash telling you to check or ...

A vehicle’s Check Engine light can turn any car ride into a harrowing experience. As soon as the check engine light ...

A glowing check engine light is one of the most common — and most stressful — experiences for car owners. It can mean an ...

Car owners dread few things quite as much as a vehicle's "Check Engine" light. However, the dreaded signal doesn't always foretell a worst-case scenario for motorists. They can even help prevent ...

We've all been there before. You're idling in bumper-to-bumper traffic and all of a sudden your beloved 5.0L Fox-body Mustang starts to pop and sputter a bit. While the issue might clear itself up and ...

Throughout your vehicle’s lifetime, you will encounter a range of issues. For instance, your brake pads may become worn, your AC unit might start to produce an unpleasant smell, or your axle may break ...

When driving, the Check Engine light is one of the most anxiety inducing dashboard warnings, and in 2025 its importance has ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Your Check Engine light is shining like a beacon of bad news. What's going on? The ...