I have a 99 Mustang. About a year or so ago, my check engine light (hereby known as the CEL) went on. I took it to my local shop, who charged my $75 and said they fixed it. 2 days later, it comes back ...

Ignoring a check engine light might feel harmless if the car still runs smoothly, but the warning signals more than a minor inconvenience. Driving with that light on can lead to higher repair costs, ...

Although commonly referred to as the “check-engine light,” some cars may instead display the message “Service Engine Soon,” or show a yellow or orange outline of an engine, perhaps with the word ...

Cindy Antrican, public affairs manager for AAA Allied Group, Inc., provides traffic safety tips and information for motorists. Email: [email protected]. Many drivers don’t know what the ...