A friend of mine has bought a second hand vehicle with a lot of added wiring installed behind panels that are glued in, some of which are behaving mysteriously. Due to high input impedance, a ...

Q: I have a set of Malibu landscape lights in my backyard, and several of them don’t work. I have changed the light bulbs, but still there’s no light. It seems to me that replacing the entire system ...

Drivers could avoid failing their annual DVSA MOT test with a simple 99p item road users can install from their own driveway. New analysis from motoring specialists at Halfords suggests almost half of ...

A brain teaser challenges readers to connect six light switches to their corresponding bulbs within 18 seconds. The puzzle, designed to test observation skills and problem-solving abilities, involves ...

We all know and love daffodils and tulips in our spring gardens, but it's camassia that's a consistent visitor favorite in the BHG Test Garden, says Test Garden manager Sandra Gerdes. The tall purple, ...

The reality is that like almost every component under the hood, a car battery has a finite lifespan and will conk out on you eventually. Weather conditions, corrosion, electrical shorts, charging ...

Minor electrical issues in cars can be frustrating, but they're often easy to fix. Understanding how to tackle these problems can save you time and money. This guide will help you repair common ...

While using a digital multimeter to diagnose electrical problems on customers’ equipment, I frequently hear the comment, “I’ve got one of those multimeter things, but I never learned how to use it.” ...

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 ...

Zak is new to the CarBuzz team, working as a freelance content writer. When Zak isn't writing How To articles for CarBuzz he's working as a high school automotive technology instructor. Before ...

A light switch is an essential part of any home’s wiring system, allowing occupants to control lighting and other electrical devices easily. However, there may come a time when a light switch ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Electrical diagnostic work is one of the most challenging parts of automotive repair. It can be incredibly daunting for beginners or DIY ...