You probably think you’re being kind to your engine on icy mornings, either by hopping in and driving gently right away or by letting it sit and idle while you scrape the windshield. Mechanics say one ...

Besides preventing the build-up of nasty engine sludge and premature wear, protection against cold starts is one of the main reasons why you should never skip an oil change in your gasoline or diesel ...

Short hops to the store or school run feel harmless, but modern engines are calibrated around reaching full operating temperature and staying there. When every journey is a few cold miles at low speed ...

Warming up your car every day in cold weather can prevent major mechanical issues. Here's why drivers should give their cars extra care in the cold.

WASHINGTON — It’s a morning habit many people have during the winter months: We grab our coffee, pull on a coat, start the car and let it idle while we finish getting ready. The goal is to warm up the ...

There are plenty of different schools of thought on the matter, but the truth depends on what type of car you have.