Car Part Longevity
Car part longevity is something that affects all car owners. Car part longevity depends on a few different factors, including where you live. In this section you'll find articles dedicated to car part longevity.
10 Popular Car Modifications
10 Car Accessories That Could Be Dangerous
What makes certain car accessories unsafe (or even illegal)?
Modern Cars Are Kind of Boring. Why Is That?
Can car companies let known defects go without a recall?
Do car interiors turn toxic in the summer?
What's the Fastest Car in the World?
Is Your Junk in the Trunk or the 'Frunk'?
The GM Car That Has No Steering Wheel or Pedals
The Long Strange History of License Plates in the U.S.
Do red cars get pulled over more often for speeding?
Are extended car warranties worth it?
8 Signs to Identify Bad Fuel Pump Symptoms
All You Need to Know About Bad Alternator vs Bad Battery
How to Diagnose and Fix a Brake Fluid Leak
Why the V Engine Remains a Top Choice for Car Enthusiasts
How Gas Compression-ignition Engines Work
Did cars ever have external combustion engines?
Diesel Isn't Always a Worse Polluter Than Gasoline
How Coal Rollers Work
How Much Air Pollution Comes From Cars?
10 Cold-weather Motorcycle Accessories
Is all motorcycle apparel made of leather?
What motorcycle accessories will help me stay cool?
How Laser-powered Headlights Work
How Air-Conditioned Seats Work
5 Useful Voice-activated Commands for Your Car
How to Avoid a 'Hurricane Car'
6 Automotive Parts You Can Easily Recycle
10 Places to Look for Classic Car Parts
How Does Vertical Acceleration Work?
How Car Suspensions Work
How Car Steering Works
How Differentials Work
Why the Stick Shift Is Going Extinct
Gas-powered vs. Electric Cars: Which Is Faster?
How to Clean Fuel Injectors at Home
The Dirty Truth About How Often You Need Your Oil Changed
How to Replace Your Car's Alternator Belt
How Many Wheels Are in the World?
Why Do Tires Blow Out More in Summer?
Winter Tires Really Do Make a Difference in the White Stuff
How Automobile Ignition Systems Work
A Beginner's Guide to Ignition Coil Replacement?
Can your car tell you when the light's about to change?
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It used to be fun sitting in the back of the bus and feeling the jolt of a bumpy ride. Now you're older and want a smooth ride. Paying attention to your car shocks might help you with that.
By Robert Lamb
The alternator in your car or truck has a difficult job. It attempts to maintain your battery's charge despite the number of electrical devices you choose to operate. But how long do alternators last?