If you live someplace that gets cold winters, then you'll be familiar with the practise of plugging in your car's engine block heater on frigid nights. Doing so can be difficult, however, plus you may ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Winter mornings can be especially tough for diesel truck owners, as freezing temperatures push engines to their limits. As a truck enthusiast, ...

A fix is newly available for specific units of the 2024 GMC Sierra HD truck, which may be affected by the engine block heater cord not being fully and correctly seated. A GM service update provides ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Diesel engines, known for their great fuel efficiency, are sensitive to cold temperatures. Instead of using spark plugs, as gasoline-powered ...

I just moved back to Alberta after 25 years in the United States. Do modern cars still have to be plugged in during the winter? If they do, then at what temperature should I do it? Does it need to be ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. An engine is a complex assortment of components all working together to generate power. However, without fluids such as coolant and oil, the ...

Block heaters plugged into extension cords keep many Manitobans’ vehicles running in the winter, but they can be dangerous if not used properly, says Marc Lefebvre, deputy fire chief with Brandon Fire ...

RC Willey has over 60 vehicles at their distribution center in Salt Lake City and does hundreds of deliveries a day. Rocky Mountain Power's Wattsmart Business program helped them install engine block ...