Starter motors sit at the center of every modern ignition, yet most drivers only notice them when the key twist leads to silence. I want to unpack what that small electric motor actually does, how it ...

It's entirely possible to jump-start a car without using jumper cables, and it's what car enthusiasts commonly refer to as push-starting or bump-starting. However, not all cars are suitable candidates ...

But don’t give up right away if your car will not start. Here is a list of tricks you can try when your car doesn’t start, ...

An automatic start-stop system in vehicles is known by many names: Some call it a "stop-start," others "S&S," and others a "micro-hybrid technology." But whatever you call it, it's a common feature in ...

Starting a car with a dead battery can be challenging, but did you know there are techniques to help you out without needing a jump-start from another vehicle? A dead car battery can be a real hassle, ...

Electric vehicles don't have a starter for you to worry about, which means that as long as your car is charged, it will turn on every single time you push the button. They have their own problems, too ...

Over the years, I've had a few cars with a remote start feature. While many new cars come equipped with remote start these days, adding remote start to your car before winter sets in is a cost ...

Nothing can ruin your day quite like a dead car battery. One minute, you’re thinking about all the things you need to knock off your to-do list, and the next, you’re sitting behind the wheel of your ...

Picture this: It's the dead of winter in Chicago, with a cold weather advisory in place, wind chills as low as -30 -- and your car won't start. Hopefully this isn't a familiar scene. But according to ...