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A Head Start on Starting (Battery Testing)
If your vehicle isn't starting or doesn't sound like it used to when you crank it, the culprit may be the battery. You may have left a light on, or something plugged into one of charging ports.&...
Published on: Feb 01, 2026
Wired! (Battery Cable Service)
Colder weather brings out the worst in a vehicle's battery. On a very cold day, you may have experienced that your engine cranks slowly when starting. But while it may be the battery itsel...
Published on: Sep 21, 2025
A Clean Connection (Battery Cleaning)
A clean connection is a wonderful thing. Think of a good cell phone signal or an airline connection with ample time and short distance to the next gate. Good connections are also important for y...
Published on: Aug 25, 2024
A Stitch in Time at California Smog & Automotive Institute
You probably have heard that expression, "A stitch in time saves nine." In other words, if you fix an issue at its early stages, it will prevent a much more difficult problem later. That's certainly t...
Published on: Jun 16, 2024
Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)
Quick question. Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat. Think about it. The battery often sits in the engine compartment next...
Published on: Aug 20, 2023
Take Charge! (Battery Testing)
OK, so you probably take your vehicle's battery for granted. Turn the key or push a button and it starts right up. During times of warmer weather, you probably think your battery can take ...
Published on: Jun 25, 2023
A Clean Start (Battery Cleaning)
You may be fanatical about keeping the outside of your vehicle clean. But what about what's under the hood? Have you ever thought about how dirt and grime may be affecting your engine's componen...
Published on: May 28, 2023
The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)
If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job. A power out...
Published on: Feb 27, 2022