I have a 2006 Ford Fusion that is working well, except for a periodic starting issue. Every now and then, when I turn the key, I hear a metallic “ping” without the usual slow cranking sound I ...

Many of us are familiar with the anxiety that accompanies the dreaded clicking sound when we turn the key and the car doesn’t start. It means we’re not going anywhere without facing a bit of a hassle.

A couple weeks ago, I went to start my 2007 Toyota Rav4. I turned the ignition on and all I heard was a whir, like an electric motor humming. All of the electrical circuits worked. I tried this couple ...

The starter is responsible for turning over your car’s engine and helping it start, but like all parts, it has a limited lifespan, and it will eventually fail. The four-stroke internal combustion ...