While fixing surface rust is usually easy to DIY, structural rust damage to the frame is an entirely different story and requires a special approach.

Shopping for a used car this spring? We have a cautionary tale. Jim Williamson's 2005 Hyundai Sonata appears to be in great condition at first. But what lies beneath is another story. The subframe, ...

Summer car maintenance is crucial to keep your car running smoothly throughout the summer, especially if you’re in a cold ...

Rust does more than prematurely age your car. If left unattended, rust can spread and seriously damage your car. What causes your car to rust? In scientific terms, rust is iron oxide that forms when ...

Rotting metal doesn’t invoke thoughts of long-term reliability and dependability. But if you’ve found your dream car online, albeit with a few rust spots, should you really turn your back on it? Rust ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Q: I have a 2001 Dodge Dakota that has frame rust and rot that needs repair. Where do I start? A: Depending on the rust, you may ...

If your car's frame was damaged in a bad accident, your insurance might cover the repairs, but only if the math adds up. Here ...

A used car dealership owner has shared an insider shopping tip to help you avoid higher repair costs after purchasing. The auto boss, Kenny Martin, shared his advice on TikTok, noting that overlooking ...

Rust. It’s the four-letter word that has sunk more secondhand car transactions (and broken more post-purchase inspection hearts) than any other. It’s the cancer that eats away at the very skeleton of ...

YADKINVILLE, N.C. — Michelle Craft needed a new car. She did some shopping around and settled on a 2008 Ford Escape from a local dealership. The car had more than 160,000 miles on it, but it was ...