The modernization of classic Mustangs and Fords with a modular motor or EFI is a common occurrence. Take MM&F's on-going Generation Gap project car, where Tech Editor Mark Houlahan is reviving a '68 ...

It’s no secret that trucks are built to work hard, and it’s no surprise that parts eventually wear out. Case in point: our 4R70W automatic transmission. With 200,000 miles on the clock, the ...

A vehicle's transmission is pretty robust, and when properly maintained, it can last more than 300,000 miles — which is longer than the car or truck itself will last in many cases. However, despite ...

Unless you've got a lemon, most vehicles can continue to run well past 100,000 miles if they are well maintained. That means changing the oil at recommended intervals and making sure your transmission ...

If you suspect your transmission is running rough, Lucas Transmission Fix promises to make changing gears more smooth, but it can only go so far.

Automatic transmissions are mysterious things, aren't they? They somehow take mechanical power from the engine, multiply it via a fluid coupling and a series of gears, and transfer it onto the drive ...

Since modern automatic transmissions are generally seamless, any noticeable symptoms are important warnings that should prompt an immediate diagnosis.

In the past few issues of Car Craft, we've been transforming our project Cheap Street Chevelle from junker to jewel. It started out as a non-running heap, but since then we have upgraded various ...

Winter does not care about anyone’s schedule, and neither does a failing transmission. When temperatures drop, a car can transform from a trusty companion into a ticking financial trap, especially if ...