Piston slap can create a knocking noise from your engine that seems very concerning at first. But you should listen to expert ...

The issue of “piston slap” is finally getting some action in court this week. The defect occurred in some GM GenIII V8s built between 1999-2002 and causes a ticking or knocking sound (usually during ...

First, some business: I’m seeking more questions for this column, so I need you to email me (pistonslap@hagerty.com) with any ...

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 ...