How catastrophically bad is rod knock for your engine?

If you hear a knocking sound from the bowels of your engine, it could be rod knock, but what exactly is it, and just how ...
The Providence Journal

Fashion a listening device to find source of engine tapping

Q: There is a tapping sound coming from the engine of my vehicle. How do I go about diagnosing what this might be and how much a repair would cost? A: A repair technician will use a mechanic’s ...
Guessing Headlights on MSN

GM’s smallest engine is the subject of a big new lawsuit

A class-action lawsuit alleges General Motors’ 1.2-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine can suffer catastrophic internal failures. The complaint centers on the Chevrolet Trax and claims GM knew ...
Star Tribune

Engine ticking noise on startup is a nuisance, not a disaster

Q I have a 2006 Honda Accord four-cylinder with 105,000 miles. It has developed a clicking engine noise on a cold start. After the car has warmed up, the sound goes away. I have seen references to a ...