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If you’re shopping for a new car battery, replacing the original battery with the same one is the easiest option. But even if you’re just swapping it out with a newer version, it’s important to understand car battery ratings — what they mean and how they make a difference. Car battery ratings cover four different aspects of performance. Learn how to read them, so you can choose the right battery for your car.
Your battery hold-down keeps your battery in place to prevent damage to it and other parts under the hood. Here’s how often you should check it.
The combination of diesel fuel and cold weather can be challenging for some vehicle owners. Here’s the best way to maintain diesel fuel in the winter.
Learn some tips for how to service a car battery before winter weather leaves you stranded.
Car batteries must work harder in cold weather to turn your engine. The lower the ambient temperature, the greater the internal resistance along with a corresponding reduction in battery capacity. Thus, at zero degrees Fahrenheit, your car’s battery may operate at only half…
With summer behind us, your car needs to be prepared for colder weather. Check your car fluids to ensure that they’re topped or flushed.
Clean battery terminals can keep your car from stalling at the most inopportune time. Knowing how to clean battery terminals and the connection points will free them of residue and keep your car running. Here’s how to clean battery terminals in six steps.
The effect of temperature on battery life can be profound, especially in extreme hot and cold weather. Learn how to care for your battery year-round.
We usually don’t pay much attention to the car battery unless something stops working, but how does a car battery work in the first place?
Car batteries provide a vehicle’s life force. We rely on them to get our cars started and keep them running, to power helpful onboard accessories and even to charge electronic devices. The average car battery life can be anywhere from three to five years, but the exact…