3 Common Car Interior Light Problems and How to Fix Them
If you’re having car interior light problems, you could need a new battery or alternator. Here’s how to diagnose 3 common interior light glitches.
Car Electrical System: The Basics
Today’s vehicles are made up of a number of systems working together in harmony. It would be impossible to remove one of these systems (fuel, for example) and still have a car that drives. So while you can’t necessarily say the car electrical system…
The 48-Volt System: An Emerging Automotive Standard?
Most modern vehicles have 12-volt electrical systems, which power everything by means of the car battery. A 48-volt system may become the new norm.
Alternate Source: Inside An Alternator
Your vehicle’s electrical system is quite complex. Modern cars have miles of wire, multiple computers and sensors on every possible component, even the suspension can have sensors monitoring the movements. … Continue Reading Alternate Source: Inside An Alternator
Cold-Weather Battery Care Tips For Winter Weather
The winter will zap your battery fast if you’re not careful! Before you’re forced to tow, read up on proper cold-weather battery care.
How Does a Car Charging System Work?
Your car’s charging system has a hand in nearly everything that happens in your vehicle. Here’s a basic look at how the magic happens.
5 Alternator Issues and Warning Signs: How to Stay Ahead of a Potential Problem
Don’t get caught on the side of the road with alternator issues. Learn how to spot the signs that it’s about to fail before it does.
Car Won’t Start! Alternator or Battery?
You depend on your car to get you where you need to go, so when it doesn’t start, it can be a pretty big problem. There are a number of reasons why this might happen, but one of the most common is that it isn’t getting enough electricity to start the combustion process. You may be tempted to blame the battery but…
A History of the Car Charging System
With the rise of electric vehicles and demand for efficiency, the future of the car charging system looks to be as interesting as the past.
Power Outage: How to Spot a Broken Alternator
When your vehicle’s electrical system is failing, it’s often due to the alternator — not the battery. Here are some warning signs of a broken alternator.