We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Grease is slippery stuff well-known for its lubricating qualities — usually. However, when we're talking about greasing your battery terminals ...

Dielectric grease is not an automotive necessity like oil or coolant, but it’s a popular product used in garages across the country. Most commonly applied on spark plug boots, lightbulbs, and battery ...

Maintenance-free car batteries for classic cars are not 100 percent free of upkeep, and misunderstanding this fact is where battery troubles begin. Back in the day when classic cars were brand-new, ...

Something most of us find out after we learn to drive is that, when it comes to cars and driving, everyone has strong opinions and must-listen pieces of advice. The problem is, not everyone agrees, ...

There are a lot of confusing terms and components you may come across when you're working on your car, and while there's nothing quite as puzzling as a flux capacitor in your everyday motor, some ...

Silicone paste helps electrical connections withstand the elements, thereby minimizing the risk of weather-related electrical comebacks. Silicone paste, also known as dielectric grease, has ...

AKRON (Jan. 15, 2007) — There's an old saying among electrical specialists that a vehicle's starter or alternator is only as good as the battery to which it's connected. That said, too many service ...

Q: My 2020 Toyota Sienna has a significant amount of corrosion on the positive battery post and absolutely nothing on the negative post. What causes this and is it problematic? Can it be stopped? — ...