The battery is often the first thing that comes to mind when people think about what powers a car's electrical system. After all, batteries are what supply power to most of our devices. However, ...

A vehicle’s alternator generates the power that charges the battery, and when that power flow slows to a trickle or stops, you will be unable to use its electrical accessories, or the car will just ...

January can be an expensive month for car owners, particularly when winter temperatures expose hidden mechanical problems.

People may think that the battery powers the electrics in your car, but that’s not the case. The battery provides electricity needed for the electric starter motor to start the car. When the car is ...

A charging problem leads to an unexpected alternator replacement and another round of troubleshooting. Follow the diagnosis to see what finally happens. #AutoRepair #Alternator #Mechanic The working ...

Intermittent problems are the worst. They always seem to happen at the most inconvenient time, like when you’re in the middle of nowhere. They never seem to happen when you want them to happen, like ...