GM Authority is taking a closer look at how an engine block heater works, while outlining how it can improve cold-weather ...

Humans use hot cocoa, coffee, tea, whiskey, and chicken noodle soup to warm up their insides and defrost from the cold abyss known as winter. Cars use engine block heaters. For the most part, modern ...

When winter temperatures plunge, many diesel truck owners make starting their vehicles easier with a block heater. But when, exactly, should you use it?

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 ...

(TestMiles) – A Ford recall tied to engine block heaters matters now because winter habits—plugging in overnight—can quietly create the exact conditions that raise fire risk. I’ll be honest: most ...