Looking for better ways to take care of you car? Since the beginning of the recession and auto industry collapse, many Americans have looked for more dependable and fuel efficient cars that would result in the least amount of repairs and the best fuel efficiency.

When you peek under the hood of nearly every modern car, you won't be staring at the engine, but a protective plastic or metal covering.

If your engine has been running rough, this could point to a number of mechanical or electronic factors.

Head gaskets are metal plates sandwiched between the engine block and cylinder heads in traditional car engines.

All the different technical terms that get thrown around can be quite confusing to anyone who is not an experienced mechanic or a gearhead.