Brad Bergholdt

Tow/Haul mode in the 2020 Sierra Denali offers better control and improved cooling when towing or hauling heavy loads.

Under the Hood: Picking the right pickup for trailer hauling

July 14, 2020 at 7:19 p.m.

Q: I'm hoping that you can help me on researching a truck to tow a travel trailer. My wife and I are interested in at most a 24-foot trailer of...

Under the Hood: Night-vision system tests well

May 22, 2020 at 2:47 p.m.

I've been fortunate to try out a night-vision system for automotive use, the Vast by Lanmodo. New technology always intrigues me, particularly how useful it actually is and how well...

Putting off having a slow tire leak fixed can be dangerous, especially on an SUV.

Under the Hood: Don’t put off professional repair on slow tire leak

April 28, 2020 at 8:49 p.m.

Q: I have a tire on my SUV that loses air to the tune of 4 to 5 psi per month. I've looked for a nail or screw in the...

A restored 1971 Dodge Charger R/T 4-speed transmission included restored inspection marks from the original at Dave Dudek Muscle Cars garage in Clinton Township, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020.

Under the Hood: Replacing transmission is overreaction to diagnostic trouble code

March 31, 2020 at 9:30 p.m.

Q: I just read your column responding to a question about ignoring a check engine warning light. I have a 2004 Lexus ES330 that had a check engine warning light....

Another aspect our editors panned was the X3's optional leather upholstery, which lacks appropriate richness. In terms of cushioning and support, though, the front bucket seats are comfortable. --Mike Hanley, Cars.com

Under the Hood: Truck’s seat cushions heat up unbidden

February 28, 2020 at 10:09 p.m.

Q: I have a 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Diesel. My problem is that the heated seat on the driver's side comes on with no demand. I removed the door...

Cleaning headlight lenses can be a DIY job, but it can be hard work.

Under the Hood: Keep those headlight lenses clean

February 18, 2020 at 10:32 p.m.

Q: Regarding my 2000 Acura model TL, I've been told my front light shields need cleaning. I am wondering what you would recommend for improving nighttime safety. I could clean...

Most current engines employ exhaust gas recirculation, or EGR, to reduce combustion temperature in order to mitigate the formation of oxides of nitrogen, a nasty pollutant.

Under the Hood: EGR fault codes, explained

January 31, 2020 at 7:04 p.m.

Q: I took my car to my mechanic for the check engine light being on. He checked the codes and said it's an "EGR fault" He said it would be...

The power outlet in 2016 Ford F-150 can only operate small items such as a phone or a laptop charger.

Under the Hood: Careful when altering truck’s power outlet

January 10, 2020 at 6:45 p.m.

Q: I'm incredibly frustrated with the power outlet in my 2016 F-150. It can only operate tiny things such as a phone or a laptop charger, but it blinks and...

Under the Hood: Troubleshooting a faulty power window

January 6, 2020 at 5:22 p.m.

Q: The driver's window in my 2015 Accord has begun to clunk and rock oddly as it's raised and lowered. It's mostly noticeable when it's first opened. I usually need...

The 2018 Range Rover Sport SVR on display at an exclusive customer preview which introduced three new vehicles from Jaguar Land Rover's Special Vehicle Operations Division on November 28, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.

A mechanic’s view of the Range Rover

December 23, 2019 at 5:03 p.m.

For a change of pace this week, I thought I'd give you a mechanic's view of a new vehicle. I was fortunate this past week to get a chance to...

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