Over time, your vehicle will encounter problems of all kinds. Unfortunately, we tend to notice problems only when our car fails to start. When then wonder, why my car won’t start?

This could be due to a number of factors.

Each vehicle is composed of several parts that perform a specific function, and some of these parts are essential to starting the vehicle. When any of these parts are damaged, your vehicle may be unable to start.
But regardless of whether the problem arises as a result of a lack of maintenance or just plain wear and tear, the fact remains that no car is exempt from problems. The most important thing is to know how you can check and fix the issue.
A car may fail to start for a variety of reasons. Here are some reasons and tips for how to resolve the problem.

1. Dead battery
Battery issues can result in difficulties starting your car because your battery is responsible for supplying power to the vehicle. A car battery can fail for a variety of reasons, including:
* Age of the battery
* Damage to the battery
* Cold weather
* Long periods of inactivity

In order to determine whether your battery is causing the problem with your car’s starting, you should first check the battery. In this situation, you can jump-start your car, and if it works, then you are probably dealing with old battery. At this point, the only option you have is to replace your car battery with a new one.

2. Defective starter
The starter is an electrical motor that is operated when you insert a key or use a key fob to start the engine. This can also be a cause for car problems. When your car does not start, you may hear a clicking sound as a result of a faulty or broken starter. To resolve this issue, you will require the services of a mechanic.

3. Faulty alternator
What is causing my car not to start? Your car may start, but then stall suddenly if it has a bad alternator. Interior lights may also dim suddenly as a result of a malfunctioning alternator.  Dashboard will usually display a battery symbol if there is a problem with your alternator. In this case, you should consult a professional to repair your alternator. A malfunctioning alternator could also damage your battery.

4. Faulty spark plug
Your vehicle may not start if your spark plug is faulty. When that happens, you will notice clicking sounds as you try to turn the key but the car will not attempt to start since it cannot because the fuel isn’t ignited. Changing your spark plug is not an easy task, so you will need to replace it, which can cost a few hundred pounds.

5. Clogged air filter
In order for a vehicle to operate properly, it needs clean air. It is essential for your vehicle to have an air filter to prevent grease, road dust, and other types of dirt from entering the engine. It is still possible for debris to accumulate over time, causing your vehicle to be unable to take in the necessary amount of air for internal combustion. A new air cleaner is all that is needed to resolve this issue.