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At some point in time, you'll try turning the ignition just to be met with a cranking sound, and then nothing. The most likely issue is a dead battery. Car batteries are found in every combustion engine vehicle in the world. When your battery dies on the road, the best way to get your vehicle started is through jump-starting. Why is Your Car Battery Important?If your battery is dead, then it can't provide sufficient power to create a spark. Your car needs this spark to start the com...

What's one of the most underrated systems in your car that most people don't think twice about? That's right: your air conditioning system. Your car's climate control system allows you to stay comfortable in your car no matter how extreme the temperatures are outside. Let's go a little deeper and find out exactly how your car's A/C & heating system works. Importance of Climate Control SystemsWhile comfort is the main reason why you'd want to have control over...

As a driver, we all know how important it is to keep our engine in the best shape possible. Our engine is what keeps our car, truck, or SUV getting us to where we need to be. But, have you ever stopped to think what exactly is under the hood? Why is Our Engine Important?Your engine is essentially what makes your car move. Without it, it's just a metal home with fancy features that you need to push or tow around. Your engine is what powers the components of your vehicle and ensures that ...

Keeping your car’s brakes in good condition is one of the most crucial preventative maintenance items for keeping yourself, your passengers, and your car safe on the road. Your vehicle’s brake components are not going to last forever, but you can keep them properly maintained to preserve their usefulness and make sure they keep performing at their best. A faulty brake system can reduce your safety on the road and can cause other serious problems and expensive damages to your vehicle. Working ...

Are you finding that your car's engine only seems to work when you rev the engine? This could mean something is off.

Spongy or soft brakes are often a sign that something is going on with your brakes. Keep reading to learn why this may be happening.

Snow tires keep us safe throughout the snowy winters, but the question remains—do they also work well on black ice?

Colder weather and tire pressure often don't mix—find out why your tires seem deflated on cold days

Sometimes idling really does give us pause—do you know why your car can sound loud when idling?

Your car’s tires are a huge part of your driving experience and a crucial component of the safe performance of your vehicle. Tires are the car's connection to the road. They help you to accelerate, brake, and keep your car under control. A good set of tires can make the difference between a safe, smooth ride and a dangerous vehicle on the road. On the other hand, bad tires can wear out the car and reduce gas mileage by requiring more effort to do its job. Faulty tires can also cause other prob...