Wheel bearings can fail earlyQ: I have a 1996 Ford Contour with about 66,000 miles. The problem is that it developed a humming and roaring noise along with a vibration in the front end about 10,000 miles ago. I was told it needs a new hub bearing. What do you think?

What should it cost to repair a leaky gasket?Q: I own a 1999 Buick Century with the 3.1-liter V-6 engine. I discovered after an oil change that the oil is going into the antifreeze. I need new gaskets to fix this problem. The cost is about $500 to $600. I want to know if that’s a reasonable amount to pay for this service.

Titan devours road conditionsIn 2004, Nissan not only suggested it would launch a full-size pickup, it did so. And so, besides a dream for the moon and Mars, Americans now had the first full-size pickup by a Japanese automaker.

Crossover gets power boostThe 2010 Ford Flex gets a new EcoBoost engine option that makes this distinctive seven-passenger people mover more powerful, more fuel efficient and definitely more appealing to families.

Mercedes back with C300With the 2010 C300, Mercedes-Benz is clearly showing that it is back building quality, technologically advanced road machines that deliver a premium experience.

LX 570 defines luxury cruisingLexus has upgraded the LX 570 luxury SUV with new navigation, audio, safety and entertainment systems and carried over the powertrain.