Picture this — you're set to go out, and you try to start your car, but all you hear is a clicking noise. Even worse, nothing happens. Such a situation leaves you with two options. The first is ...

Whether to rejuvenate a broken down car or to upgrade and increase the power output, rebuilding an engine is a major job. It takes a great deal of mechanical skill and knowledge to undertake such a ...

You can jump-start a V8 with a four-cylinder car as long as you have enough amps. The number of cylinders doesn't actually matter, but weight does.

It may seem obvious, but fill the engine's crankcase with the right amount of oil, usually four to five quarts, and make sure the filter is full of oil. If you've purchased an assembled motor, check ...

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 ...

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, ...

Many of us are familiar with the anxiety that accompanies the dreaded clicking sound when we turn the key and the car doesn’t start. It means we’re not going anywhere without facing a bit of a hassle.

“EPA approved it, and everyone hates it, so we’re fixing it,” says Lee Zeldin. It’s unclear what “fixing” means here. Engine start / stop systems can already give you better fuel economy, as explained ...

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 ...