Corroded or loose battery terminals, frayed cables, or even poor grounding can cause high resistance. That points to intermittent voltage or circuit issues, despite a “good battery.” High resistance ...

A common problem exists when driving automotive alternators via motors. In the process of attempting to regulate the charging voltage of a low battery, the alternator shaft torque usually exceeds the ...

Changing a car battery can be done in just a few steps. Always test the car battery before replacing and be sure to properly dispose of the dead battery.

Even after changing out the battery and alternator at a neighborhood shop, the truck’s battery continued to fail. Something’s afoot with the other components involved in the system that charges the ...

For most readers, the electrical system is completely ignored because the factory engineers have already built in a safety buffer to prevent problems with aftermarket accessories such as inverters, ...

Show the dealer your record of reports and battery replacements to back up your claim and request a goodwill payment to cover the cost of replacing the alternator. If that isn't successful you could ...

When you are heading out in your car it can be frustrating to find it won't start. Whether you are in a hurry or popping out hearing the engine turn over but going nowhere can be more than irritating.

It’s cold. It’s dark. It’s raining. Your reach down and flip on the fog lights. They help but not that much. So you power up the light bar. Yup! That’s the ticket. The stereo is cranked up and life is ...