Many drivers wonder if red coolant is better than green, especially with so many options on the market. Red coolant generally lasts longer and offers stronger corrosion protection, while green coolant ...

As the coolant is directly responsible for keeping the engine at a reasonable temperature, it becomes crucial to monitor things. After all, knowing how much coolant your car can hold and what type of ...

Cavitation erosion or liner pitting is caused by air in the cooling system, and is aggravated by liner vibration. Bubbles implode violently, removing a little metal as they do so. Although it’s often ...

Elizabeth Nelson, coolant program manager at Polaris Laboratories, a fluid-analysis company in Indianapolis, Ind., tells a story that would strike fear into the heart of any fleet manager. A class-8 ...

Engine failure due to cylinder liner cavitation corrosion is disturbingly common in the industry, yet it typically can be prevented through proper cooling system maintenance. That's according to Mike ...

Q You have recommended changing coolant every 30,000 miles or three years. How does universal coolant compare to green, orange, etc., types of coolant?A As coolants and engine technology continue to ...

The antifreeze in your engine helps regulate temperature when your engine is in extreme conditions. It is a colored liquid mixed with water. Temperature changes outside change the amount of antifreeze ...

Coolant — typically a mix of glycol, water, and additives -- plays a crucial role in keeping your car running properly. It dissipates heat and keeps temperatures down in the summer, prevents your ...

Q: I was just informed the coolant leak in my GMC Yukon is due to a leaking intake manifold gasket. Apparently this is a common problem. I was shocked at the price quoted for the repair and am not ...