We'll start with a dash light that isn't technically a warning light. The fog light symbol looks a lot like the one used for the regular headlights, albeit with a squiggly line in front of it instead ...

These symbols, often called "idiot lights," are aimed at being easy to understand. But for many drivers, young and old alike, it's not that easy.

As manufacturers equip cars with lots of features and technologies, even dashboard lights can become confusing to navigate. Plus, different car makers can put their own spin on these indicators, ...

Whether you're a new driver still learning the ropes or a seasoned one who has more than one car, there's always the possibility that your vehicle's dashboard has a warning light you've never seen ...

From the fiery Ferrari to the plain Prius, all cars are mechanical marvels. Many drivers have little idea of the complex inner workings that keep these machines moving. While it's not necessary to ...

Car Care is a twice-monthly series offering maintenance best practices and DIY tips for car owners. Dashboard warning lights work with your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system to identify various ...

HOUSTON – A new British survey shows the majority of drivers could not identify the dashboard warning lights in their car. The survey by Britannia Rescue found that 98 percent of drivers do not fully ...

No need to feel intimidated by the growing array of icons on your car's dashboard, at least not if you have an iPhone with the upcoming iOS 17 update. The new iOS 17 introduces Visual Look Up, a way ...

The bracketed circle with the exclamation screamer is the most searched for dashboard icon. It’s possibly the most important, too. If it’s flagging, check the handbrake. Even the electronic ones.

Whether it's an improperly closed door, or the dreaded check-engine alert, dashboard warning lights are how your car communicates with you when something goes wrong. They light every time you start ...