What Is An Engine Block Heater And Do You Need One?

Many drivers may have never heard of engine block heaters. However, these devices can be extremely useful, depending on where ...
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Your Corner Wrench: Don't have a block heater? Here's what you can do

With winter officially here, now is a good time to consider your options for an electric engine heater — more commonly known as a block heater. This one feature is responsible for more than its share ...
Alaska Public Media

Should you get an engine heater? Here's why Anchorage auto shops and air quality experts say yes.

Anchorage auto mechanic Bret Moffet stood underneath a forest green pickup truck last week that was hoisted about seven feet in the air. He used a long wrench to unscrew a bolt hidden deep in a maze ...
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Ford recalls 59,000 vehicles across 10 models that have potential fire hazard

DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford Motor Company is recalling approximately 59,000 vehicles across 10 models due to engine block heaters that may crack and leak coolant, creating a potential fire hazard. The ...
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Ford Recalls 59,000 Vehicles For Fire Risk Due To Short Circuit

Ford and Lincoln are recalling a wide range of crossovers, SUVs, and the Ford Fusion sedan. The problem with the nearly 60,000 vehicles dating back to 2016 is with the block heater. The heater can end ...
autoevolution

Ford Recalls Certain SUVs and Maverick Pickup Trucks for Overheating Block Heater

The Ford Motor Company has identified a fiery issue affecting 6,781 vehicles produced for the 2023 to 2025 model years. Affected nameplates include the Ford Maverick, Escape, Bronco Sport, Lincoln ...