As essential as cars are in the modern world, vehicles and their engines have been regular sources of financial, and thus emotional strain for owners since the very first automobile was invented.

Old cars, new cars, stock cars, and modded cars can all suffer from engine vapor lock. We explain this mysterious term and tell you what can be done about it. If you've ever heard the term "vapor lock ...

Question: While driving home from work on a hot summer day, I heard this road report on the radio: “You’ll notice a lot of cars off to the side of the road today suffering from vapor lock.” He ...

Q I own a 2005 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 liter 4-cylinder with about 70,000 miles on it. It has an intermittent problem after the car has been run until it is fully warmed up and then sits for anywhere from 10 ...

Q: Here is a problem that I have fought for almost two years. My 2001 Buick Regal will not start after a shutdown and heat soak. The car has 128,000 miles, never shuts down while driving, starts and ...