The electrical system includes several subsystems that provide your vehicle with that vital spark that makes it start and then keeps it running. It's one of the many systems on a vehicle that's ...

The charging system in a car is often the most confusing part of the whole electrical system, but its purpose is actually pretty easy to understand. There are three main components in a charging ...

For optimum engine performance, it is necessary to have an ignition system that is on point. You see the whole purpose of your ignition system is to transform your battery's low voltage into the ...

Of all the mind-boggling things some of us are forced to deal with when it comes to maintaining or even building classic trucks, the electrical system should rank right up there at the top-for many, ...

Automotive ignitions systems have seen many transitions over the years. Historically, the designs have matured from a magneto to today’s coil-over-spark plug designs. The progression follows the ...

When it comes to your motorcycle’s electrical and ignition systems, there’s a lot to know about diagnosis and repair. One potential complication involves your bike’s CDI box. But what is a CDI box on ...

Car battery reset trick clears glitchy electronics and frozen infotainment systems, but won't fix actual hardware failures in ...

The temptation to handle electrical projects yourself has grown stronger as home improvement costs continue to climb. Yet ...

Heat initiates the internal combustion process. Diesel engines utilize the temperature buildup from extremely high compression (pressure) to ignite the air/fuel mixture, with a little help from glow ...

Next time when you're browsing for new spark plugs, pay attention to the temperature ranges. Cold and hot plugs both have ...

Have you ever wondered how a small key in your hand is able to start a car engine and keep it running until you turn it off? This, will be the subject of discussion at the Car Clinic this Saturday at ...

I’m a complete novice about electrical so I am hoping someone can help a newb. I never thought about power in my prewar co-op until I nearly blew a fuse a couple of days ago and now I am worried I don ...