Today’s vehicles are quite sophisticated with computer controls that it sometimes makes it difficult for the average car owner to notice a problem… that is, until the car won’t start. When it comes to a vehicle that won’t crank, more often than not, an electrical system problem, like an older car battery, is the reason. The worst part is that any breakdown because of an electrical system failure is always an inconvenience and usually requires a call to someone for a jumpstart or tow. With some preventive maintenance, this could have been avoided. Read on to learn about the car battery and electrical system in your vehicle and how you can take care of it.