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Repair and Maintenance for Dimming or Flickering Car Lights

Jun 04, 2026

Repair and Maintenance for Dimming or Flickering Car Lights

Repair and Maintenance for Dimming or Flickering Car Lights Seeing your headlights or...

5 Warning Signs of a Failing Propeller Shaft

May 19, 2026

5 Warning Signs of a Failing Propeller Shaft

5 Warning Signs of a Failing Propeller Shaft Your vehicle’s propeller shaft plays a k...

How Starter Motors Work, Warning Signs, and When to Replace

Mar 17, 2026

How Starter Motors Work, Warning Signs, and When to Replace

How a Starter Motor Works (Simplified Guide)When you turn the key in the ignition or ...

Clicking But No Start? Starter Motor or Something Else?

Mar 10, 2026

Clicking But No Start? Starter Motor or Something Else?

You turn the key and hear a click. Nothing happens. Your car refuses to start even th...

Understanding Rack and Pinion Steering How It Works and Why Its Important

Feb 27, 2025

Understanding Rack and Pinion Steering How It Works and Why Its Important

Rack and pinion steering is one of the most common steering systems used in modern ve...

What is a CV Axle Shaft and Why Is It Critical to Your Vehicles Performance?

Feb 20, 2025

What is a CV Axle Shaft and Why Is It Critical to Your Vehicles Performance?

The CV axle shaft is one of the most critical components in your vehicle’s drivetrain...

Different Types of Gearboxes and How Different Weather Conditions Affect Their Efficiency

Feb 13, 2025

Different Types of Gearboxes and How Different Weather Conditions Affect Their Efficiency

Gearboxes play an essential role in transferring power from a vehicle’s engine to its...

How to Diagnose and Replace a Failing Power Steering Pump in Heavy-Duty Vehicles

Feb 05, 2025

How to Diagnose and Replace a Failing Power Steering Pump in Heavy-Duty Vehicles

Heavy-duty vehicles, like trucks and buses, rely heavily on their power steering syst...

Serpentine Belt Replacement: Should You Do It Yourself or Hire a Professional?

Jan 27, 2025

Serpentine Belt Replacement: Should You Do It Yourself or Hire a Professional?

The serpentine belt is one of the most critical components in heavy-duty and industri...

High-Torque Gear Reduction Starter Boost Performance for Heavy-Duty Vehicles

Jan 07, 2025

High-Torque Gear Reduction Starter Boost Performance for Heavy-Duty Vehicles

In the world of heavy-duty vehicles, reliability and power are non-negotiable. Whethe...

DC Electric Motors Powering Your Automotive Needs

Dec 16, 2024

DC Electric Motors Powering Your Automotive Needs

When it comes to automotive innovation, DC electric motors stand apart from most othe...

Alternator vs. Battery: Which One is Draining Your Car's Power?

Dec 11, 2024

Alternator vs. Battery: Which One is Draining Your Car's Power?

Car trouble is always inconvenient, especially when your vehicle starts losing power ...

Upgrade Your Ride: The Benefits of High-Output Alternators

Nov 07, 2024

Upgrade Your Ride: The Benefits of High-Output Alternators

If you’re looking to enhance your vehicle's performance, an alternator upgrade can ma...

Driving Tips: How to Avoid Common Car Breakdowns in the Fall and Winter

Oct 15, 2024

Driving Tips: How to Avoid Common Car Breakdowns in the Fall and Winter

As the seasons change and the temperatures drop, issues with your car's reliability m...

Road Trip Ready Essential Alternator & Starter Maintenance Tips to Prevent Breakdowns

Oct 04, 2024

Road Trip Ready Essential Alternator & Starter Maintenance Tips to Prevent Breakdowns

When planning a road trip, it’s important that your car's electrical system is in goo...

How to Keep Your Car's Electrical System Running Smoothly in Hot Weather

Sep 27, 2024

How to Keep Your Car's Electrical System Running Smoothly in Hot Weather

It’s no secret that summer brings high temperatures that can challenge your car's ele...

Sustainable Fleet Maintenance: How Canadian Auto Electric Powers Eco-friendly Operations

Jul 26, 2024

Sustainable Fleet Maintenance: How Canadian Auto Electric Powers Eco-friendly Operations

In an era where environmental consciousness is paramount, fleet operators are increas...

Why Quality Vehicle Parts Matter: Enhancing Longevity with CAE's Superior Components

Jul 24, 2024

Why Quality Vehicle Parts Matter: Enhancing Longevity with CAE's Superior Components

Vehicle maintenance isn't just about fixing what's broken; it's about making informed...

The Evolution of Auto Electrical Systems: Navigating Modern Upgrades with Canadian Auto Electric

Jul 09, 2024

The Evolution of Auto Electrical Systems: Navigating Modern Upgrades with Canadian Auto Electric

Over the last century, the automotive industry has seen enormous changes, particularl...

Maximizing the Lifespan of Your Vehicle's Electrical Components with Auto-Start/Stop Systems

Feb 16, 2024

Maximizing the Lifespan of Your Vehicle's Electrical Components with Auto-Start/Stop Systems

With more and more new vehicles equipped with auto start-stop technology, understandi...

The Evolution of Auto Start-Stop Technology: How It's Changing the Way We Drive

Feb 09, 2024

The Evolution of Auto Start-Stop Technology: How It's Changing the Way We Drive

Imagine saving money at the pump and reducing your carbon footprint simply by how you...

The Battery: The Other Half of Getting Power to Your Vehicle

Dec 30, 2023

The Battery: The Other Half of Getting Power to Your Vehicle

When you depend on your fleet to get kids to school on time or work on a downed power...

How Do I Know It Is My Battery or Alternator?

Dec 29, 2023

How Do I Know It Is My Battery or Alternator?

No one wants the drop-in-the-gut feeling that comes when it’s dark outside and your v...

Preparing Vehicle Fluids for Winter Weather

Dec 28, 2023

Preparing Vehicle Fluids for Winter Weather

Batteries and electrical systems are not the only parts of vehicles that need a littl...

Why a Clean Vehicle Is a Safer Vehicle on Winter Roads

Dec 27, 2023

Why a Clean Vehicle Is a Safer Vehicle on Winter Roads

Often, cleaning a vehicle is considered a fair-weather activity. Who wants to scrub d...

How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Another Harsh Canadian Winter

Dec 22, 2023

How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Another Harsh Canadian Winter

Another harsh Canadian winter is showing its head. Keeping your car, truck, or van in...

10 Tips for Driving During Canada’s Winters

Dec 18, 2023

10 Tips for Driving During Canada’s Winters

Winter weather can flip in an instant. What started as a lovely, crisp winter morning...

I Need a New Alternator. What Happens Next?

Dec 11, 2023

I Need a New Alternator. What Happens Next?

Every vehicle owner or fleet manager will face the issue of a dead alternator at some...

Chip and Semiconductor Inventory Shortages

Dec 06, 2023

Chip and Semiconductor Inventory Shortages

Canadian Auto Electric’s Commitment to CustomersIn 2020, the world experienced a life...

How to Make Your Car Love Winter (Without the Hot Chocolate Bombs!)

Nov 15, 2023

How to Make Your Car Love Winter (Without the Hot Chocolate Bombs!)

Winter offers two extremes—beauty and harshness. Snowfalls are gorgeous as they blank...

Your Vehicle's Electrical System Works Hard(er) in Winter

Nov 08, 2023

Your Vehicle's Electrical System Works Hard(er) in Winter

Fresh snow is beautiful. It blankets the ground and, when left untouched, is a sight ...

What Are CV Axles? Understanding the Basics

Nov 01, 2023

What Are CV Axles? Understanding the Basics

Have you ever been in your car and noticed a loud clunking sound when you accelerated...

Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow - But Check Your Snow Tires!

Oct 31, 2023

Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow - But Check Your Snow Tires!

Snow is beautiful but hazardous to drive on with regular tires. Putting snow tires on...

Alternators 101: Understanding the Power Plant under the Hood

Oct 15, 2023

Alternators 101: Understanding the Power Plant under the Hood

Have you experienced this? You are cruising down the road, minding your own business,...

Checklist for Your Winter Driving Emergency Kit

Sep 29, 2023

Checklist for Your Winter Driving Emergency Kit

Having an emergency kit in your car or truck throughout the year ensures you are prep...

What You Need to Know about Alternators

Sep 14, 2023

What You Need to Know about Alternators

The alternator may be the part you take most for granted out of all the components on...

Hit the Trail with a Properly Working Transfer Case Motor

Aug 30, 2023

Hit the Trail with a Properly Working Transfer Case Motor

Many vehicles have four-wheel or all-wheel drive. This handy feature makes it much ea...

Common Symptoms and Tips for Replacing a Prop Shaft

Aug 18, 2023

Common Symptoms and Tips for Replacing a Prop Shaft

Millions of cars, trucks, and vans traverse Canadian highways every day. They take us...

Time for a New Vehicle? Make a Green Choice - Stay Informed!

Jul 26, 2023

Time for a New Vehicle? Make a Green Choice - Stay Informed!

Everywhere you look today, society is conscious of and increasingly vocal about prote...

A Simple Breakdown of a Propeller Shaft (Or Drive Shaft)

Jul 20, 2023

A Simple Breakdown of a Propeller Shaft (Or Drive Shaft)

It is easy to forget how vehicles get us from Point A to Point B. We are used to gett...

CAE's 'Vision Green' - Remanufacturing Auto Parts

Jul 13, 2023

CAE's 'Vision Green' - Remanufacturing Auto Parts

Remanufacturing is the process of restoring used products to their original working c...

What Is Hydraulic Power Steering?

Jul 10, 2023

What Is Hydraulic Power Steering?

Today’s drivers may not have the same excitement about power steering as their grandp...

The Canadian Automotive Remanufacturing Industry

Jul 05, 2023

The Canadian Automotive Remanufacturing Industry

The Canadian Automotive Remanufacturing Industry - Trends, Predictions, and InsightsA...

What Fails in an Alternator to Make It Malfunction?

Jun 30, 2023

What Fails in an Alternator to Make It Malfunction?

What Fails in an Alternator to Make It Malfunction?Alternators convert alternating cu...

Smoother Driving Begins with an Electric Power Steering Pump

Jun 26, 2023

Smoother Driving Begins with an Electric Power Steering Pump

When cars were first invented, they didn’t have the fancy electronics that today’s ve...

Canadian Auto Electric Unveils Exciting New Extended Warranty Policy

Jun 21, 2023

Canadian Auto Electric Unveils Exciting New Extended Warranty Policy

Canadian Auto Electric (CAE), a leading supplier of manufactured and remanufactured a...

Symptoms of a Bad Rack and Pinion

Jun 15, 2023

Symptoms of a Bad Rack and Pinion

It seems to happen suddenly. You are driving down the road, listening to fun tunes on...

How Do I Know the Alternator in My Work Truck Is Faulty

Jun 02, 2023

How Do I Know the Alternator in My Work Truck Is Faulty

When you jump in your work truck on a cool Monday morning, you expect it to start rig...

Global Automotive and Heavy-Duty Parts Distributor CAE Launches New Website

Aug 31, 2022

Global Automotive and Heavy-Duty Parts Distributor CAE Launches New Website

Global Automotive and Heavy-Duty Parts Distributor CAE Launches New Website"Driven to...

Canadian Auto Electric: Taking Customer Experience to the Next Level with NEW Online Ordering

Jun 30, 2022

Canadian Auto Electric: Taking Customer Experience to the Next Level with NEW Online Ordering

Canadian Auto Electric: Taking Customer Experience to the Next Level with a Dedicated...

Canadian Auto Electric: Exclusive Dispatching and Delivery Apps are now LIVE!

May 28, 2022

Canadian Auto Electric: Exclusive Dispatching and Delivery Apps are now LIVE!

Canadian Auto Electric: Exclusive Dispatching and Delivery Apps are now LIVE!Canadian...