You’ve buckled your seatbelt, adjusted your mirrors, and lined up your Spotify playlist for the ride.

But when you turn your key in the ignition, nothing happens.

Your car won’t start. 

Don’t panic — we’ll figure it out :)

It helps to know that most car problems are repairable, and usually end up being one of the following:

First, a broken starter motor — this is what cranks your engine over and gets your car to start.
 
When this component fails, it’s usually due to a damaged electrical solenoid or starter relay.

Second, a damaged alternator — this is what keeps your battery charged and makes your vehicle run. 

Over time, the alternator gets damaged and starts to wear out, causing your car to resist a charge. 

Lastly, a dead battery — this is usually the result of reduced amps, which decrease as the battery loses its ability to hold a charge. 

Even if your car problem has an easy fix, it’s important to take proper steps to prevent them from happening again in the future. 

So, how do you avoid these mistakes?

Call an auto mechanic ;)