Traffic accidents and collisions, natural disasters, and other unforeseen events can cause fluid leaks in your car. There are three types of fluid leaks that you might encounter on the road: oil leaks, transmission fluid leaks, power steering fluid leaks, coolant leaks, brake fluid leaks, wiper fluid leaks, and gasoline leaks. 1. Oil Leaks The engine is lubricated by a thick, slippery liquid called oil. It's this vital liquid that keeps all of the moving parts in your car from grinding into each other like sandpaper. The consequences of a broken oil line or a loose, missing, or cracked oil pan gasket can be disastrous, such as an engine fire. 2. Transmission Fluid Leaks Your car's transmission fluid is responsible for transmitting the power generated by your engine to the wheels that make your vehicle move forward. The fluid lubricates and cools parts of your transmission while transmitting fuel to the engine as well. At times, you may notice fluid leaking out of the bottom ... read more