If you’ve been driving for a while, the chances are you’ve seen the little ‘check engine’ light appear on your dashboard. But what does it mean? Should you stop driving immediately? Can you drive to a repair shop? Do you need a tow truck? Is the problem identifiable? Can you fix it yourself?
Many situations can trigger the check engine light to come on and it can be very confusing. To help you better understand your check engine light, auto maintenance and repair specialist The Humble Mechanic explains what it could mean and what actions you can take.