What Causes a Car to Suddenly Lose Power and Fail to Start?

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If a car suddenly fails to start, it could be due to a dead battery, a faulty ignition switch, or insufficient fuel. First, check whether there is enough fuel and whether the battery has power. The typical lifespan of a car battery is 2 to 3 years. If the issue is a faulty ignition switch, it needs to be repaired at a 4S shop. Below are some solutions: Push-starting: Push-starting is the most effective emergency starting method, but it should only be used as a last resort and not frequently. This method can cause some damage to the engine and clutch, especially in automatic transmission vehicles, which should avoid using this method. Jump-starting: First, connect the positive terminal of the dead battery to the positive terminal of the rescue car's battery. Then, connect the negative terminal of the rescue car's battery to a metal part (ground) inside the engine compartment of the dead car.