The noise is not loud when the car is idling, but it worsens as soon as I press the accelerator Hello Robert, you may be experiencing the infamous engine rattle, which is characterised by a continuous ...

Viewer-submitted questions for The Car Doctor: Q: I have a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback with 21,000 miles. The car was purchased brand-new But I’ve had nothing but emissions issues with the check ...

Engine noise that sounds like metal on metal contact points towards engine lubrication failure and seizure or damage of moving metal components. FILE PHOTO I drive a 2002 Toyota RAV4 with D4 engine. I ...

Q: When my car has been left inactive for a while recently, its engine rattles for a while upon starting it up. It’s seven years old and maintained regularly. The staff from my regular workshop ...

Senior Editor Mike Allen answers readers' car questions. Q: I recently acquired a 1993 Olds 98 Regency Elite from my father in Indiana with 240,000 miles. It has been a great car, great mileage and ...

My 2013 Holden Commodore Evoke has a rattling noise from the front left. The mechanics can’t find a problem. Have had sway bars and links done but still have the rattling noise. Presumably the car ...

Q I have a 2004 F-150 4x4 with the 4.6L engine with just over 80,000 miles on it. I purchased the truck used from an elderly man in October 2013 with about 56,000 miles. The truck had been well ...