Someone once asked me what I thought was one of the most important but overlooked components in a vehicle. Hands down, I’d say it’s the battery. When it fails to start the engine, it quickly becomes the sole focus of your busy day. Whether the vehicle is in your driveway or stuck in a parking lot, your options become either getting the vehicle towed directly to a repair shop or finding someone to jump start the vehicle in hopes of successfully making to an auto parts store or a repair shop to buy a new battery. Either scenario can be stressful, inconvenient and costly, especially in unexpected situations.

Many of us are hanging on to our vehicles longer than ever before. In order to protect your investment, performing routine maintenance is essential to keep your car, truck, or SUV running at its best.

You’re no doubt familiar with AutoZone, the nation’s leading retailer of automotive parts and accessories with more than 7,000 stores in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Brazil.

Most of us rely on our vehicles to take us everywhere. We jump in the driver’s seat, turn the ignition key (or push the START button) and away we go. But what happens when you turn the key, or push the button, and nothing happens? You may hear the starter slowly turnover a few times then a rapid clicking from somewhere under the dash or hood. After that… silence.

Performing basic vehicle maintenance requires a set of tools and equipment to effectively and safely work on your car. Here is a list of essential tools and equipment for vehicle maintenance...

While electric vehicles (EVs) generally have fewer moving parts and require less maintenance compared to traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, there are still some common repairs that may be needed. Here are some examples...

Purchasing a hybrid or electric vehicle (EV) can offer several significant benefits. Here are some of the key advantages...

Whether you bought your vehicle new or used, it’s a good idea to become familiar with the noises it makes when everything is operating properly so that you’ll know when something sounds abnormal.

Your sense of sight is one of the most effective of your five senses when it comes to identifying problems with your vehicle. Whether you’re driving, performing a scheduled inspection or just backing out of your parking spot, always be on the lookout for warning signs of potential issues. Here are a few of the most common ones. 

The sense of smell can vary from one person to the next, but the odors vehicles emit are usually distinct and easily identified. If you get a whiff of an unusual smell coming from your vehicle, don’t ignore it. Here are eight of the most common automobile smells. You can use them as a guide to sniff out problems like a pro.

For centuries, humans have been interacting with machines. Our sense of touch has enabled us to create and manipulate all sorts of devices; marvelous inventions that we’ve designed to make our lives easier, fun and more efficient. The vehicles we drive everyday are perfect examples. But what do we do when they break down?

Before you roll up your sleeves to start your first DIY project, there are a few things you should know to help ensure your success.

While there are several battery construction methods, AGM and lead-acid batteries are the two most common.

Emergencies can (and do) happen to everyone. Whether it’s a summer road trip, a winter commute, or an excursion with the family, there’s never a good time to be stuck on the side of the road. Having a well-stocked emergency roadside kit – especially in the wintertime – can mean the difference between getting back on the road or being stranded for hours.

Don’t Panic … or Procrastinate

Ah, the golden glow of a Check Engine Light (CEL); more commonly known these days as the malfunction indicator light (MIL). Why does this simple dash light trigger so much anxiety in some motorists and go completely ignored by others?