Most cars come with rubber hoses, but drivers have the option of upgrading to silicone hoses. But are they worth the extra cost in the long run?

Newer compounds used to make rubber hoses have improved their lifecycle dramatically, but they haven’t changed the physics involved. Friction, pressure and heat still can cause component wear, even to ...

GM addresses a minor coolant hose clamp issue on 19 units of the 2026 Corvette. Service Update N252541390 applies only to dealer inventory.

Truck engines are hellish environments, so overlooking belts and hoses is an invitation to disaster. Since good maintenance is no guarantee against premature failure, knowledgeable technicians know to ...