There are two approaches to installing a battery disconnect. Electrical experts say either way is valid, and point out advantages/disadvantages to each approach. Install the disconnect switch on the ...

In this video, I demonstrate how to fix a parasitic battery drain by installing a battery quick disconnect or kill switch. Mayor of tiny Kansas town could be deported over voter fraud charges Watch a ...

Q: Do people still install kill switches on their cars? We will be traveling to many places and will likely log 3,000 to 4,000 miles. Our drive will take us through many states and will have many ...

I have to credit reader John Fobian with the idea for this article, since he contacted me after reading our news item about Outta Sight's slick battery boxes. These come with what was described as a ...

Q: With all the talk about Hyundai and Kia thefts, can these new cars be fitted with an old-fashioned kill switch? A: You can install a kill-switch and wire it into ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, 2022 saw a 7% increase in vehicular theft, bringing the total to more than 1 million. That's ...

To prevent vehicle theft, opt for a remote battery kill switch like this one from Cllena. When installed properly, a remote kill switch will ensure that your vehicle cannot be started by any means. To ...

If you've ever returned to your vehicle to find your windows broken, your wheels or catalytic converter missing, or that the entire thing is simply not where you left it, you know firsthand that ...

Today, many cars have anti-theft systems built in. “Old-fashioned” kill switches are just not very common. A better option would be to add an aftermarket alarm or vehicle tracking system to deter ...