Testing your battery regularly will prevent a dead battery from ruining your day. There’s only one way to answer the question, “Is it my battery, or something else” when your car won’t start: Hook up ...

When your car doesn’t start, often a low or dead battery is the culprit. Unfortunately, most vehicle owners do not check their battery until it fails. As preventative maintenance, the suggested best ...

The Topdon BT200 Battery and Charging System Tester showed up at exactly the right time. I’ve gotten a couple of sporadic check engine lights from a low-voltage code with no noticeable difficulty ...

The importance of calibration for all electronic test equipment. The main reason why such equipment must be regularly calibrated. The pros and cons of self-calibration or using outside services. It’s ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you think about your car, the primary power generator in your mind may be the engine. It's true that the engine is responsible for ...

A while ago, I came across the BT-168 Battery Tester. It seems to be cheap and widely available. Because I wanted to see what’s inside, I decided to order one from an online seller, and managed to get ...

Car batteries tend to die at the most inconvenient moments, so periodic testing is the best way to avoid these troubles. Knowing what causes repeated battery failures can help you stay ahead of the ...