Q I have a 2005 Ford Escape XLS. It has rust spots in three locations that are slowly spreading. I spoke with two local body shops and they both said they do not perform rust repair. They said rust ...

Not everyone has the equipment and experience to do cut and weld rust repairs. In fact, most hobbyists don’t. That doesn’t need to stop you from stopping rust in its tracks and repairing the damage.

Follow the restoration of my Porsche 911SF as I fix rust spots and repair a banged-up door. This step-by-step project showcases practical techniques for classic car maintenance and bodywork.

Once you get rust on a vehicle, the value and appearance diminishes, and the lifespan may as well. Plenty of things cause rust, from chipped paint to bad weather, and some parts of the country are ...