Finding a trustworthy repair shop is one of the most important parts of keeping your vehicle properly serviced. It can be a challenge, but CR’s expert guidance can help you size up service facilities ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Let's be honest — a vehicle will last a long time if the owner properly takes care of it. This means keeping up with regular maintenance and ...

In order to ensure reliability, a car needs to be serviced, and regularly. The best way to gauge when a car should be serviced is by checking your owner's manual, or by conforming with your local ...

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When it comes to automotive service facilities, Consumer Reports members prefer independent shops—and, in some cases, chains—over dealerships, according to our annual survey. The survey results show ...

The cost of the average car repair has increased in 2025. According to a study by Bankrate.com, American drivers will spend thousands of dollars in ownership costs. Car maintenance may be tedious, but ...

Doing your own maintenance was once a cornerstone of running a car on a reasonable budget, even for relatively new models. Since the introduction of electronic ignition and fuel injection it has ...