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When you’re on the road and your vehicle’s battery dies, you’ll notice that things are getting worse progressively. First, your car’s air conditioner will become slower and if it’s nighttime your headlight will get dimmer. The electrical system of your vehicle will continue to draw the battery power and there will come a point when … Read more
If you have removed your battery from your vehicle, you should understand the right method to reconnect it safely. That’s because it involves high battery power and one wrong step can damage your car’s electrical system badly. Plus, it can also be dangerous to your health. That’s why we have come up with this guide … Read more
A car battery’s amperage depends on your vehicle’s size and type. Some cars require a battery with 550-1000 amps, while others need a more powerful battery with greater capacity. Understanding this metric can be essential to keep your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently. It is essential to select a battery that meets your vehicle’s needs … Read more
If you have an old or dead battery in your vehicle, you’ll need to replace it with a new one. While removing the old battery and connecting the new one is a simple task, you need to follow the right steps to complete the process safely and effectively. Otherwise, you can end up with a … Read more
Modern cars typically use a 12V battery—a fully charged car battery should read around 12.6V when the car is at rest. The reading is around 13.5 to 14.8V when the engine is running. There are many things that can affect a car battery’s voltage. Regular testing of your car battery is the way to determine … Read more
Air Brakes use an air compressor to compress air into air storage tanks and activate the brakes. The actual brake pad or system is not entirely different from other hydraulic fluid brake systems, but the way the brakes are activated with air pressure is. Air brakes are used exclusively in large vehicles and especially those … Read more
A Jake Brake, or a Jacobs Engine Brake, is an engine braking mechanism that slows down your vehicle without wearing down your service brakes. If you’ve heard a semi-truck producing a loud screeching sound while coming to a halt, you’ve heard the Jake Brake mechanism in action. If you are curious about what are Jake … Read more
The brakes on your car help you stop in time and avoid accidents; they are a lifesaver. With time, the brakes can suffer from wear and tear and might produce a squealing sound. However, it’s not always the wear and tear that causes the squeaking sound. There are multiple reasons why your brakes are squealing, … Read more
Finding out that your car’s battery is dead when you’re sitting behind the wheel is a frustrating experience. To avoid this frustration, you must replace your car battery before you actually need to. According to AAA (American Association of Automobiles), car batteries deteriorate within three to five years. After that, you’ll need to buy a … Read more
Every vehicle owner, at some point, has been startled or annoyed by the unexpected sound of squeaking brakes. Whether you’re pulling up to a stop sign on a quiet morning or coming to a halt in heavy traffic, that unmistakable sound can immediately raise concerns about safety and vehicle maintenance. And while cars are marvels … Read more