Engine overheating is rarely the result of a single failure. It usually happens when several small weaknesses in the cooling system line up, from low coolant to a stuck thermostat or a failing fan. To ...

Burning gasses during the engine's power stroke can reach around 4500 degrees Fahrenheit. Most of this heat leaves through the exhaust system, some dissipates into the oil, and some cooling takes ...

An overheating engine is a ticking clock. This guide details the critical "do's and don'ts" for drivers, explaining why you ...

Global warming? While the tree- huggers clamor over ex-Vice President Gore's global temperature scare, we'll lay odds that when summer arrives, car crafters will be more concerned about engine warming ...

Since its U.S. release in 2000, the Toyota Prius has been the subject of both mockery and admiration. While some deride the hybrid for its inconspicuous look and lack of traditional power, others ...