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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
When it comes to vehicle safety, few components are as critical as the brakes. They are the guardians of our journeys, ensuring that we can slow down and stop when needed, preventing accidents, and keeping us safe on the road. Yet, for many drivers, a nagging question persists: “How long do brakes last?” Understanding the … Read more
