Not knowing how to troubleshoot electrical issues is a death sentence for any DIYer’s bank account. Your only other option is a wild goose chase by throwing money at your car until the problem’s fixed ...

Electrical safety testers—often referred to as “hipot” testers—are an integral part of electrical and electronic equipment manufacturing. Hipot testers get their name from the high-potential (high ...

Voltage testers and meters have been around for years, but most of them had two probes or tips that required you to be in contact with the electrical wire to check its voltage. These require a certain ...

Q: I’ve always been afraid of electricity. I know I can’t be alone. Are there simple tools I can use to help tell me when I’m close to a wire or cable that has electricity in it? How effective are ...