The alternator is responsible for charging the car battery and powering all the car's onboard network consumers. If it fails or is unstable, the battery will either not be charged or start discharging ...

Car batteries don’t just die. Well, they will if you leave them for long enough. but not just over the course of a few hours or even just a day or two. Finding your car has a dead battery after it was ...

Turbocharging and supercharging are some of the greatest automotive technological innovations ever. These forms of forced induction enable an engine to produce more power than its displacement ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Electrical diagnostic work is one of the most challenging parts of automotive repair. It can be incredibly daunting for beginners or DIY ...

If you are shopping for a new or used car, USA TODAY Cars offers these tips to make the most of your test drive. First, said Matt Smith, head of Consumer Insights for car shopping site CarGurus, ...