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    Can a Car Battery Go Dead from Sitting?

    Maintenance October 8, 2020

    Nowadays, your car is probably staying parked in your garage for longer periods of time. While this can be nice for saving money on gas and other maintenance, it’s not an ideal situation for your car’s battery. This leads to an important question: Can a car battery go dead from sitting? Yes, it can. Even...

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    5 Ways to Help Avoid a Dead Car Battery During the Summer

    Maintenance August 10, 2016

    Most of us have experienced that dreadful moment when the car simply refuses to start. While we often equate dead batteries with those frigid temperatures of winter, did you know that summer months are actually harder on your car’s battery? In fact, batteries in cold climates have a life expectancy of 51 months, while those...

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    Signs of a Bad Alternator or Battery

    Maintenance June 8, 2022

    You go to start your car, but when you engage the ignition, your car won’t start — and your stomach sinks. If your car won’t start, it’s often due to a malfunction of either the battery or the alternator. If it’s one of those things, recognizing which one can be relatively simple. Battery or alternator:...

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    The Average Life of Car Batteries and 7 Tips to Extend Your Car Battery Life

    Maintenance June 8, 2022

    Car batteries are an essential part of an automobile. From getting your car started to charging your phone on-the-go, batteries provide the zap your vehicle needs to keep rolling. That’s why it’s so important to know when to start considering a car battery change, as well as what you can do to extend its lifespan....

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    When to Change Your Car Battery

    Maintenance June 8, 2022

    Quite often, car batteries are taken for granted until they stop working. A dead battery can be an inconvenience at best and, at worst, may leave you stranded somewhere. That’s why it’s important to know when you should replace your car battery. It’s important to look for warning signs long before the moment your battery...

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    9 Items to Include in an Emergency Car Kit

    Safety January 11, 2023

    Make sure your vehicle is prepared in case of an emergency, with these 9 items.

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    How to Jump-Start a Car

    Maintenance June 27, 2022

    When your ride suddenly won’t start from a dead battery, knowing how to use jumper cables is a good skill to have. At first, jump-starting a car can seem like a stressful situation, but you’ll quickly realize it’s one of the easiest ways to start your vehicle. To bring your battery back to life, all...

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    6 Things to Do When Your Car Is Stuck in Snow

    Maintenance November 22, 2021

    Getting stuck in the middle of a big pile of snow or on a stretch of ice can be an all-too-common occurrence during the cold winter months. Luckily, we have a few tips and tricks that can get your car free in no time, even if you don’t have one of the best vehicles for...

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    10 Reasons Why Your Car Won’t Start

    Maintenance August 6, 2021

    It’s one of the worst things that can happen to a driver. You turn the key in your car’s ignition, perhaps hear a few alarming noises, and then…nothing. Whether in the parking lot after dinner, in your driveway before work, or even at the rest stop after you’ve stopped for snacks, there’s never really a...

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    How to Jump-Start a Motorcycle

    Family & Life June 4, 2020

    Fewer things are more disappointing than getting ready for a casual ride or just trying to head home from work — only to find out your motorcycle won’t start. There’s a wide range of reasons this can happen, but the likely cause is a drained or dead battery. Knowing how to test your battery and...

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    What is an Alternator and How Does it Work?

    Maintenance May 24, 2023

    Curious about your car’s alternator? Read on for an inside look at what an alternator is and how it works.

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    Why Is My Car Clicking but Won’t Start?

    Maintenance May 22, 2023

    Your car not starting can be a hassle. Learn some of the most common reasons your car can start clicking but not start.

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    How to Prepare for a Hurricane or Tropical Storm [Slideshow]

    Home - Safety May 9, 2022

    Are you prepared for hurricane season? In an average season, about 18 named storms occur. Of those storms, 3 are typically major hurricanes and another 6 vary in intensity, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).[1] The time to prepare for a hurricane is before it hits. By knowing how to prepare for...

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    Are You Ready for an Electric Vehicle?

    Buying / Selling September 30, 2021

    Where once it felt like a far off promise of modern technology, nowadays owning an electric vehicle is a very real option. From environmental benefits to comparative costs of fuel, there are many factors to consider when deciding if your next car will be an EV or not. “There’s a lot to consider,” says Lauren...

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    7 Common Car Dashboard Symbols

    New Drivers August 25, 2021

    Today’s cars have many different dashboard lights designed to alert drivers to possible problems and to make sure you can take care of those problems quickly. Here’s a quick guide to common car dashboard icons and what they mean. 1. Check engine light In newer cars, the lit icon will look like an engine. It...

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