If you find that a bumpy road broke off the end of one of your old spark plugs, you should probably call a tow truck. Just don't try to MacGyver your car like I did. The last time I got my car out of ...

Before you undertake any of this work, re-read the article "Deciding if you should do the job yourself," and if your vehicle fits even one of those descriptions, don't try to do the work in this ...

The space, or gap, between the center and side electrodes needs to be an exact distance across; otherwise, your plugs don't fire efficiently. Adjusting the distance between the two electrodesis called ...

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. You’re likely aware that in order to keep your vehicle running in great shape, you’ll need to replace the spark ...

Spark plugs are essential to the running of a vehicle, helping ignite the mixture of air and fuel to provide combustion to the engine. There are three specific parts of a spark plug, a central ...

Q: I got a pretty good shock from one of my Toyota Camry’s spark-plug wires. I didn’t think much about it at the time other than to never touch them again when the engine is running. Later I mentioned ...

Whether you service your own ignition or need more troubleshooting savvy for road rallies and cruising, this month's lesson focuses on spark and ignition system basics. Understanding ignition ...

A faulty spark plug is one of the most common reasons a motorcycle refuses to start or runs poorly. By identifying symptoms ...